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Why do you think Gibson never moved the guitar jack to the bottom of the body like a Les Paul or SG? It seems having guitar cable hanging down from the body of the guitar not only does not looks good, but it can be in the way and put more pressure on the cable to bend more.
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Play both and sees which one connects with you more.
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On 1/30/2021 at 1:30 PM, Leonard McCoy said:
Public perception is a fickle mistress. But I guess it is hard to deny that the rebranding of their guitar lineups and the new, modern marketing efforts worked. However, they were making great guitars before the change in leadership and will continue to do so after this era.
They did make some great guitars but certain years not as much. My 1989 Gibson Les Paul Custom, for what ever reason, the spray that put on the guitar has lifted in certain areas by the binding. A guitar tech told me the issue was the product they were using at the time. They have now switched their formula.
This guy bought 2016 Gibson figured 335 and there was poor workmanship on the neck/body area. LONG REVIEW: 2018 Gibson ES-335 Figured - YouTube I am getting a Gibson figured 2021 335 in Cherry Red once the stores in my area start carrying them again. Due to Covid, as everyone is out of stock as production was way down last year. Can't wait to get mine.
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It seems everyone wanted a Martin guitar, and then perhaps a Taylor when they got more popular in the 2000's. Gibson had the reputation of a big full sound. The Everly Brothers J200's were the ones that stuck out in my mind. I actually saw them when they had their reunion tour at Jones Beach, NY with Albert Lee on guitar. The Hummingbird is the Gibson guitar that has caught my eye. Hopefully production can continue to move forward with the Covid-19 situation. Sam Ash, Guitar Center and Sweetwater are struggling to get Gibson (and other brands) in their stores.
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I don't know the differences between the pickups so I cannot comment. I would think I would want a 60's type pickup that Freddie King and Clapton had. However some pickups on 335 were a little muddy. These current Calibrated T type pickups perhaps have more top end? Not sure how they compare to the Burst Busters which some have loved and others have not.
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Is it just me or has Gibson really taking great strides with its come back in making great products that customers can really appreciate. It seems the new ownership wants to keep Gibson and their other brands competitive while providing excellent quality. Great marketing, a Gibson app, lots of videos on line that show how the guitars are made and its obvious that there are no short cuts to quality. I really hope Gibson and the company overall continues to be a great American company.
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I tried a 2019 Gibson 335 Studio guitar and was surprised how thick front back to front the neck was. How long has Gibson used this thicker rounded C neck and I assume the 2021 335's that are out now have the same thick neck. The more I played the guitar I was able to get use to, but I would prefer a thinner neck personally.
Do most people find them a little too thick or is it something that you just get used to and you have no problem with it the more you play it?
This 1964 335 has a rounded C profile neck. Gibson Custom 1964 ES-335 Reissue VOS - Sixties Cherry | Sweetwater
This cheaper Gibson 335 Sixties also has a round C neck. Gibson ES-335 Figured - Sixties Cherry | Sweetwater
Do they have the same neck? I know the 1962 neck was thinner, but once they went to a thicker neck in 1964, is the Sixties Cherry neck the same as the 1964 neck?
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I am interested in the new 335 figured guitar. Is there a place that provides information on when they changed the pickups, and the current C style neck from the previous neck?
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Moving forward to 2021, the new Gibson 335 has a mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard. Glad they don't use maple necks. I like a warmer guitar but some older 365's have sounded muddy. If the newer ones are a little brighter, at least you can turn down the tone control to get them to warm up a little.
I have to admit I like the newer C neck that's not as bulky as the 50's neck but not as thin as some of the 60's neck. Quality control with the new Gibson 335 seems excellent.
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Has anyone compared these two pickups against each other. I know that the T-Type humbucking pickups are in the newer 335's. Gibson told me they are little brighter than the Burstbucker's. However I want to know if anyone has found them still to be warm pickups or if their articulation is pointer than the Burstbuckers?
Question on the differences between three 60's 335's
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Can anyone explain the neck, and sound difference between these three guitars? Is there a big difference in sound or just a subtle difference.
The 60's is the newer guitar with the T Calibrated pickups. Is the shape of each guitar identical? It seems all use maple and poplar wood. Based on web site info, it seems the width of the neck is not as wide on the reissues 1.687nut width compared to the latest 60's 1.695 nut width. Does that make the reissues easier to play or is the difference two small to really notice. Also it seems the 1961 neck is skinnier than the 64? Did people originally complain about the neck being too skinny on the 335 that they changed it?
The 1961 335 Reissue $5,300
The 1964 335 Reissue $5,300
The 60's 335 guitar. $3,000