Gibson is the king of guitars, having produced countless classic instruments.
It's beloved by countless artists, including Freddie King, Marcus King, and Haruichi Shindo.
The ES-345 was added to the lineup in 1959 as an upgraded version of the ES-335, a traditional semi-acoustic guitar released by Gibson in 1958.
Based on the ES-335, it features various upgrades, including a stereo output, a Varitone switch, and split parallelogram inlays, exclusive to this model in the ES series.
This model was manufactured in 1978 and dates back to the period when it was produced at the long-established Kalamazoo factory.
Both the body and neck are crafted from maple.
The maple neck features a beautiful flame grain, revealing its high-quality wood.
The sunburst-colored body is adorned with gold hardware, giving it a luxurious look.
Both the neck and bridge pickups are equipped with engraved, numbered PAF pickups.
They offer rich overtones, and the semi-hollow design gives them a mellow sound.
One of this instrument's greatest features is its VariTone switch.
This allows for a wide range of sound shaping, from Gibson's signature fat sound to a bright, accentuated high range.
While many ES-345s on the market today have been modified to mono, this one remains stereo. (We can also modify it to mono at our shop. Please note that the labor costs are at the customer's expense.)
Maintaining the original specifications is a major attraction.
Why not take this opportunity to own this hidden gem, the ES-345?
Approximately 80% of the frets remain.
The truss rod and neck are in good condition.
The body and finish show signs of wear, such as scratches and dents, but are in good condition considering it's over 40 years old.
The gold parts are tarnished, peeling, and slightly corroded.
The binding on the neck and body is slightly loose.
Nut width: 43mm
Bridge string spacing: 11mm
Guitar shop TONIQ's craftsmen will adjust the guitar for optimal playability before shipping.
Serial number: #705480074
Weight: 4.11kg
Fret: 80% remaining
Truss rod: Good working condition
Neck condition: Good
Control: 2 volume, 2 tones, bariton switches, toothbrush
Body condition: There is a feeling of use due to age, such as scratches and dents, dullness, peeling, corrosion, and slight floating on the neck body binding.
Nut width: 43mm
String spacing: 11mm
Year: 1978
Accessories: Original hard case
Country of origin: America
Accessories: Original hard case, Y-shaped cable
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspector: Ozawa
TONIQ 3-month warranty included
Ships in a sturdy cardboard box.
International shipping is also available.
The item will be packed in a hard cardboard box.
We ship internationally.
Contact Information
TEL: 045-548-6661
Email: ozawa@bassick.jp
It's beloved by countless artists, including Freddie King, Marcus King, and Haruichi Shindo.
The ES-345 was added to the lineup in 1959 as an upgraded version of the ES-335, a traditional semi-acoustic guitar released by Gibson in 1958.
Based on the ES-335, it features various upgrades, including a stereo output, a Varitone switch, and split parallelogram inlays, exclusive to this model in the ES series.
This model was manufactured in 1978 and dates back to the period when it was produced at the long-established Kalamazoo factory.
Both the body and neck are crafted from maple.
The maple neck features a beautiful flame grain, revealing its high-quality wood.
The sunburst-colored body is adorned with gold hardware, giving it a luxurious look.
Both the neck and bridge pickups are equipped with engraved, numbered PAF pickups.
They offer rich overtones, and the semi-hollow design gives them a mellow sound.
One of this instrument's greatest features is its VariTone switch.
This allows for a wide range of sound shaping, from Gibson's signature fat sound to a bright, accentuated high range.
While many ES-345s on the market today have been modified to mono, this one remains stereo. (We can also modify it to mono at our shop. Please note that the labor costs are at the customer's expense.)
Maintaining the original specifications is a major attraction.
Why not take this opportunity to own this hidden gem, the ES-345?
Approximately 80% of the frets remain.
The truss rod and neck are in good condition.
The body and finish show signs of wear, such as scratches and dents, but are in good condition considering it's over 40 years old.
The gold parts are tarnished, peeling, and slightly corroded.
The binding on the neck and body is slightly loose.
Nut width: 43mm
Bridge string spacing: 11mm
Guitar shop TONIQ's craftsmen will adjust the guitar for optimal playability before shipping.
Serial number: #705480074
Weight: 4.11kg
Fret: 80% remaining
Truss rod: Good working condition
Neck condition: Good
Control: 2 volume, 2 tones, bariton switches, toothbrush
Body condition: There is a feeling of use due to age, such as scratches and dents, dullness, peeling, corrosion, and slight floating on the neck body binding.
Nut width: 43mm
String spacing: 11mm
Year: 1978
Accessories: Original hard case
Country of origin: America
Accessories: Original hard case, Y-shaped cable
Text: Teppei Ozawa
Inspector: Ozawa
TONIQ 3-month warranty included
Ships in a sturdy cardboard box.
International shipping is also available.
The item will be packed in a hard cardboard box.
We ship internationally.
Contact Information
TEL: 045-548-6661
Email: ozawa@bassick.jp