Gibson Murphy Lab '59 ES-335 Ultra Light Aging 2021, Natural

This 2021 Murphy Lab ‘59 ES-335 gives you the look and feel of a guitar that’s been lovingly played for decades, but the Ultra Light Aging keeps it subtle and refined rather than beat-up. At just 7.5 lbs it’s notably light for a 335, so it sits comfortably on a strap through a long gig and resonates freely acoustically before you even plug in. The ‘59 Medium C neck fills your hand without feeling clubby, and the 12" radius makes both full chords and expressive bends feel natural. The Custombuckers are wound to vintage PAF-style output and closely matched between positions, so you get the open, articulate, touch-sensitive tone these guitars are famous for: they clean up beautifully as you roll back the volume and growl when you dig in.