
Gibson 1961 ES-330TDN Figured VOS Dark Vintage Natural
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Limited-edition ES-330 with Figured Top
Harness the vibe of a classic with the Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured hollowbody electric guitar. This guitar's 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body really shouts, exhibiting solid mids and a sizable helping of high-end bite. Two P-90 single-coil pickups yield a cutting growl with enough output to push your amp. The 1961 ES-330's highly playable Traditional C-shaped neck feels smooth and comfortable in your hand. Built to period-correct specs, including the iconic Mickey Mouse ears body shape, the Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured is the closest thing to owning an extremely rare hollowbody electric guitar.
Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured Hollowbody Electric Guitar at a Glance:
- One of Gibson's only fully hollow thinlines
- P-90 single-coils onboard
- Clarity of maple, balance of poplar, and warmth of a hollowbody
The ES-330 has been around since its release in 1959. The guitar shares the same fully hollow construction and dual P-90 pickups as the popular Epiphone Casino (which Gibson owns), but the ES-330 was actually first to the table. The guitar's resonant sound adds warmth and an extremely lively timbre to the tone of this 1961 ES-330 Figured. And the two single-coil pickups give you more cut than a standard humbucker, but also allow for more low-mid warmth than may be expected. It's easy to see why players such as the Beatles and Gary Clark Jr. have favored this design for decades.
P-90 single-coils onboardThe Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured is fitted with two P-90 pickups. Gibson's first successful single-coil pickup, the P-90 can be heard on countless classic recordings. By virtue of their biting treble and high output, the guitarists here at Hiendguitar have found that P-90s clean up nicely when you roll back your guitar's volume pot. And when you hit your amp hard, the P-90 really wails. It's an amazingly versatile pickup (more so, arguably, than most humbuckers).
Clarity of maple, balance of poplar, and warmth of a hollowbodyOne of the reasons for the ES-330's enduring legacy is the guitar's maple construction, which adds bite and attack to your tone. And maple is also a great tonewood choice for increasing sustain. The Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured's maple body is layered with poplar, which balances its brightness with equal doses of lows, mids, and highs. Add to that the warmth provided by a hollowbody, and you have a tonal balance that fits into any musical situation.
Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured Hollowbody Electric Guitar Features:- 3-ply maple/poplar/maple body delivers solid mids with plenty of high-end bite
- MHS P-90 single-coil pickups add clarity and bite to your guitar's voice
- Highly playable Traditional C-shaped neck
- Bigsby vibrato provides you with added tonal control
- VOS appointments like a nylon nut, Kluson button tuners, and vintage-correct fret wire
- Limited to 100 total, 50 in North America
You'll love the classic vibe of the Gibson Memphis 1961 ES-330 Figured hollowbody electric guitar!
Manufacturer Part Number:ES30F16DNNB1