. My own preference is to start with 3/32" (2. GIBSON GARAGE FIND A DEALER GIBSON APP. SKU. This ES-335 acquired an extra degree of woody honk. Hovering between $3000 and $3700, the T-Type humbuckers that ship with the Gibson ES-335 are decent. Trial and error is the only way approach pickup height because each pickup is different. So on this Epiphone I would seriously consider an upgrade to the Gibson equivalent. F. 11's or bigger, medium pick or thicker, adjusting the pickup height, and your amp settings will all help but, your picking technique will be a major factor in how your guitar sounds. 092". 335 is my dream guitar but I can’t justify $4k for the cherry one. Fret the high and low E at the 22nd fret, then 3/32" from top of pickup to underside of strings. Our Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. These babies are the beating heart of your guitar. NGD - Epiphone ES-335 Pro. One of the biggest problems with 335’s is lack of sustain and the culprit is almost always the saddles. Middle pickup: Somewhere between the height of the neck and the bridge pickups. This will make it so that you are able to hear more of the pickup’s natural sound. The result is that. neck: 11/64 e,E. ES-165 (1991–2013) Single pickup ES-175 based on Herb Ellis's. The S66 doesn’t seem to be hum-cancelling in any position, either, and the nature of the pickups means that it sounds a little quiet again compared with our Ibanez’s PAF-alikes. If it's setup to Gibson Specs 5/64" on bass side and 3/64" on treble side then you should set your pickup height at 3/32" Neck Pickup and 1/16" on Bridge Pickup. What type of humbuckers were the usual fare that year. 59 mm) at the highest point of the pickup to the bottom of the string fretted at the last fret at the bridge end of the neck. As we mentioned, the ES-335 is a big old guitar, and as such might be a little unwieldy for some players. 0,31751). All this is enhanced by controls that offer plenty of useable range. “My bridge pickup is too bright. Browse. The bridge ring is taller but not as tall as the one on a Les Paul (or an ES-175). Gibson PAF (Patent Applied For) Humbucking Pickup Info. bridge: 8/64 e,E. Polepiece height. I’d love to get. Pickup height is a personal preference, however there are reasons for making certain adjustments. The L&M Advantage. 88. Just over 9 lbs which is fairly light for this model. RANGE OPTIONS: The Modern ES-335 Satin (£2,499) kicks off the current range; the Original ES-335 is £2,899. I have an '18 ES 335 Pro, stock pups, never had this issue. Download. They are flathead wood screws and are almost always phillips and are always black. Re: Pickups for a Gibson ES-335. 5/64" and B and high E = 1/64". In the 1950s, it was 1. P90 Pickup Height: bass side, 1. I want to put out a theory about some early PAFs. A. I have a 2016 Gibson ES-335 Studio with 57 in it. The type of amp and speaker. “For many ES-335 players, the middle setting is where you’ll find much of the magic”. My middle position and neck seem a little dark and muddy. Cleaning and professional repacking. You have both pickups selected and turn one volume or tone down it globally affected both. Notes: Introduced in 1958, the ES-335 cemented Gibson's reputation for cutting-edge innovation combined with classic traditional design. Jan 26, 2022. Epiphone ES-335 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar - Cracked Neck - Raspberry T. ES-335; ES-339; These models are available across a broad range of prices. Had 335's before and really didn't like the 57's too much, but that is what Carlton uses in his. Menu. 335 pickup height. 6-millimeter distance between the strings and the pickups for the bridge pickup, and 2. I agree with Josh. I've been collecting buying and selling ES 335/345/355 guitars for 20 years. 35mm / 0. RSS. These deliver a fuller sound with a bit more warmth and. For example, if your picking/strumming position is closer to your bridge pickup the output of that pickup is likely to be louder than your neck pickup. Aug 6, 2008. I find this to be really important to getting his “woman tone”. Our Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. ES-335 Figured Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar - Sixties Cherry. In this episode of "Gibson's Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance," Gibson Master Luthier Jim DeCola demonstrates the correct way to adjust the height of yo. It looks smaller than an ES-335, but I measured it and it's exactly the same size as my old ES-330. Yea I would set both pickups at about 3/32" to start and go from there. In the 1950s Gibson recommended a distance of 1/16" (1. Don’t forget that the Epiphone ES 335 PRO has upgraded pickups so will be even closer to the Gibson. #3. ES-335 with Dirty Finger humbuckers, coil tap switch, and snakehead headstock. #6. Hold tight for the final episode of our epic ES-335 upgrade adventure series as we fight with the wiring loom yet again to install a set of boutique Monty's. Instead of an L bracket like on a Les Paul, it uses the hidden plastic block bracket that site under the guard. The 61 ES-335. Reversing your pickup height orientation will provide you with. I think their great sounding pickups. The room you're in. Check/set pickup height. . 4. Tweet. More Details. 070 to 0. 057. Based on one of his favorite guitars, the Epiphone Jim James ES-335 features a Seventies Walnut-finished 5-ply laminated maple body with a. There are plenty of guitars with crap stock pickups, but the 85/15 aren't in that category IMO. Once the height is set, I file a small channel for the PU wire to lie in. The ES-335 is Epiphone's version of the historic ES-335 that has been wowing guitar players all over the world for over six decades. If it looks crooked to you, that's the way it's done on a 335. ES-335. This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Gibson ES-335. $5,579. 59 mm / . 75" Top Material: Maple. Rare in 61; 1961(overlap)-1964 Short magnet PAF. You can even go to 3/16" on the high E and 1/4" on the low E. Burst Serial Numbers. The Eastman T59/v is designed as a classic ES335-type guitar that is loaded with some great-sounding pickups. the 339's 14. I really like the Burstbucker 1 & 2 that come in the 50th Anniversary 1963 ES-335, not as polite as a '57 classic. Colors:. Of course they are just guidelines and jumping off points. I think the most popular option for 335/Dots are the '57 classics. Neck Material: Mahogany. Setting the pickup height too low saps your pickups of power. This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Epiphone ES-335. I bought my ES-335 new over 20 years ago, largely (I presume) for the 57 Classics that are in it. If it's setup to Gibson Specs 5/64" on bass side and 3/64" on treble side then you should set your pickup height at 3/32" Neck Pickup and 1/16" on Bridge Pickup. 1961 ES-335 Pickup Ring Sizes. Well, the 336 and the 339 aren't much larger than a Les Paul (the 339 is about 1" wider a the lower bout), so you can guess the size. Seths work better in full hollow bodies to give them a note liveliness and slightly almost acoustic open-ness. Full inspection and play test. Due to Covid-19 pandemic, OK Guitars retail store is closed. Both the 335 and the 339 are awesome but I am enjoying the 339 more. I also love Fralins and Florance Voodoo 59s but haven't felt compelled to put them in my 175 or 335 (s). I can tweak the amp settings a lot. The back-story of my interest in the ES-335 is in my introductory post. As we mentioned, the ES-335 is a big old guitar, and as such might be a little unwieldy for some players. My wife bought me a lovely Epi ES-335 for Chrimbo, and as I already had a swt of Seth Lovers in a drawer, the pickups just had to be changed. Posts: 458 Thanks to everyone for all of the advice. Gibson would do this sometimes too by the way, to made "medium height" rings for many of the. The brains behind the Les Paul, SG, Flying V, Explorer, Firebird and many other much-loved planks, McCarty had a knack of solving guitar-fuelled problems… and the ES-335. Gibson Gibson Vintage 1962 PAF Patent Number Pickup Nickel Cover Les Paul ES SG 1959 1960 1961 1963 1950's 1960's. The. 6K, Bridge 8. In terms of pickups, the Epiphone Dot and the Gibson ES-335 offer different sounds. These Burstbuckers are covered. Nov 25, 2007. ES-335 | Body, Front – Measurements. plucking normally play fret 16. The ES-335 remained a commercial success and has been in continuous production ever since. MojoTone ‘59 Clone PAF Humbucker. A very nice higher end guitar this. Oct 14, 2022. That guitar grabbed me, and never let me go. Keep tweaking and listening. ”. Pickup poles should be 3 to 4/32nds of an inch from the strings. I really like the neck pickup, but I don't bond with the bridge one even after adjusting with the height. Pickup Swap. Crafted from high. Stock tuners. I endlessly fiddled with pickup height, and volume levels. Set. When I finally opened it up, I saw that the cause was some of the glue/epoxy that attached the bracket to the pickup housing was loose. beautiful and sounds pretty good. Killcrop said: I recently purchased a new 335 with the fatter neck. Play around with the height of the pickups and pole pieces too, that will make a big difference in how pickups sound in a 335 - you gotta dial them in. How To Adjust Intonation, String Height, Pickup Height On A ES 335 Like A Pro Using Items You Find At Home- Guitar Maintenance Lesson with no special tools. Fatter, meatier tone with more drive and attack. What puzzles me however is how to properly setup. Pickguard - there was a guy on eBay selling custom pickguards for the 335 Pro (and other guitars). Location: Alabama. Ed. Thread starter simon connor; Start date Yesterday at 2:53 AM; Prev. The thin semi-hollow archtop that brought archtop class to the rock era. Material: 3-Ply Maple/Poplar/Maple. Thread starter Belexes; Start date Jul 17, 2020; 1; 2; Next. I have had several 335s from 1963 - 1966 and fundamentally, those later Patent sticker pickups (later, meaning mid-sixties) sound articulate and clear as a bell. These deliver a fuller sound with a bit more warmth and. I got this guitar a little while ago, and I noticed one of the pickups felt a little springy when I pressed down on it. “For many ES-335 players, the middle setting is where you’ll find much of the magic”. Epiphone ProBucker™ 3. Then swap out the controls to some good quality Audio taper pots and PIO caps. My 2005 ES-335 Dot (pre-plek) came with wonderful jumbo frets, probably Dunlop 6100 with some all the way up to . I had almost returned the guitar prior to adjusting and I am amazed at how much difference the pickups height makes. The pearloid dot inlay rosewood fingerboard on a hand-rolled Rounded "C" mahogany neck remind players where it all started. This video is step 5 of a 5 part series. Silver Supporting Member. The early PAF was made in 1956 and fitted in some steel guitars. Hovering between $3000 and $3700, the T-Type humbuckers that ship with the Gibson ES-335 are decent pickups, though we'd prefer to see something like the Gibson-branded Burstbucker, like in the picture below: The ES-335 is Epiphone's version of the historic ES-335 that has been wowing guitar players all over the world for over six decades. Add to Cart. Pickup height. I have also noticed that if you have an OD, Distortion pedal, booster, some of these will darken your tone. These are are the screws or ‘slugs’ that you see in your instrument’s pickups. the buzzing stopped and the tone sounds great after I adjusted the pickup height. #20. Inspired by Gibson ES-335 - Cherry. Here are some of its finest moments…. “My bridge pickup is too bright. #3. To tell how high I need to make the platform I place the loose P-90 on it. If I'm not mistaken, the Gibson factory setting height for the action is: 5/64" under the 6th string to top of the 12thfret, and 3/64" from the 1st string to the top of the 12th fret. Will not break guaranteed! Molded flat. 73 mm from strings. #7. I'. The binding is thicker, so I think that's the difference. The ES-335 is Epiphone's version of the historic ES-335 that has been wowing guitar players all over the world for over six decades. That's a good starting point. Oct 22, 2012. Yes, your pickups can be set so high. Measure the pickup height by fretting the low E string at the highest fret, and measuring from the bottom of the string to the pickup, then repeat for the high E string, fretting it at the highest fret and measuring its distance from the tp of the pickup. After going through our comparison algorithm, the results show that the Epiphone ES-335 is probably the better product overall with its final score of 65 compared to the Ibanez AS73G's 63 score, although not by a lot. Joined. Posted April 19, 2022. I have occasionally seen a taller version of the bridge pickup ring on some later 60’s. Model Sub-Family: Gibson ES-335 TD Block. 7k. 5mm from center to center of the lengthwise. Jul 22, 2015. The Epiphone ES 335 Pro needs to be as close as possible sound wise to the original. The thin body was easier for players to hold, the inner block enhanced sustain and reduced feedback, and the new PAF humbucking pickups set a new standard for quiet operation, high output, and sweet, fat tone. It was way cheaper than the Gibson and (IMHO) is a better guitar than all the new Gibson models I played, aside from the Historic which is what I would buy if I wanted a new Gibson. I set my 335 up with new strings , so I lowered the action . What I. The mahogany neck has a rounded C profile and it sports. The ER-Custom MXV set is a popular upgrade option for Collings electric guitars. Members. 81. With this ES-335, you’re getting Epiphone’s decades of experience in making hollow and semi-hollowbody guitars, backed by Gibson’s quality control and electronics. ES 335: Pickups The Casino comes with the Epiphone P-90 single coil pickups. Wood Top Style: Plain. Strat. In my experience the 50s wiring is better in terms of less mud if the volumes and tones are less than ten. Facebook Page. Jan 9, 2007 #10 LowE Active member. This is the ONLY way to go for a myriad of restoration options, converting a stereo ES to mono or dropping some insane tone in your modern reissue 335!. 7k. The JazzN is bright and clear, but without as much character as a PAF. The 4 Best Pickups for Your ES-335 Style Guitar. Thread starter gibson-r8; Start date Sep 28, 2007; 1; 2; Next. The expert craftspeople at Gibson Custom Shop have rendered every contour, profile, inlay and color of the priceless vintage models in magnificent detail. Go. To no avail. Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Maple/Poplar Top, Back, and Sides, Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Sixties Cherry. Today I spent some time adjusting the action and more importantly the pickup height. I’m changing the trim on my 2022 Epiphone ES-335 Traditional Pro from black to cream. It should be 5/64". ES-390 (2013–) Similar in size to the ES-339, but with the fully hollow construction of ES-330. Same with neck relief, pickup height, polepiece height, and tailpiece height. A: Gibson recommends 3/32″ on the bass string side and 1/16″ on the treble string side. (my string gauge measures in 1/16ths but not 32nds i dont think). The 4 Best Pickups for Your ES-335 Style Guitar. Measurements for pickup routing on the front of the guitar. Epiphone. Pickup height is a personal preference, however there are reasons for making certain adjustments. 175mm) on the Bass Side and 1/16"( 1. They were straight HH setups for the pickups. • u0007Neck Width 41. Really all you have to look out for here is moving the pickups out of the optimal operating range of the string; i. The neck ring on a 335 is. ES-335 | Neck, Side. ||| a lovely ES-335 in for a complete set-up / overhaul. $419. The ES semi-hollow body guitars from Gibson first appeared in 1958. 00. both in pickup height and the pole piece height. Both of these guitars also have humbucker pickups. In this comparison, the Epiphone ES-335 has the wider nut with 43mm (1. Joe Bonamassa and Ted Nugent being more current fans of that sound too. I believe that 57 classics are pretty good pickups. Sorry about the horrible quality photos. On the Gibson ES-335, the issue isn't one of quality as much as style. I have a '63 Historic ES335 with Timbuckers. Just to head off another thing you might think is wrong but is correct for a 335 style guitar, The neck pickup angle does not follow the neck and string angle. 08-26-2014, 11:51 AM #15. These pickups are very simple to install. Several notable players have endorsed the ES-335. Brians Evil Twin. 20" from cutaway to tail (vs. I was amazed at how nice the stock units sound if tweeked. 2022 Gibson ES-335 1959 Custom Shop Murphy Lab '59 Historic ES-335 Ultra Light Aged ~ Vintage Natural. Electric Velvet. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set an unmatched standard. Number of Frets: 22. On most guitars, you'll find one of two different types of 3-way toggle switches: the box style and the open style. Obviously the bridge P-90 requires a higher platform than the neck. The result is a playing and ownership experience that will keep you. This is a top quality vintage 1950's era Gibson ES-335 pre-wired kit featuring True 500k matched CTS pots, Switchcraft 3-way toggle switch & jack, correct 20 gauge bus wire, Jensen . Fender Stratocaster - Position of the Pickup Height Adjustment Screws Adjusting Pickup. Joined Feb 17, 2020 Messages 115 Reaction score 164. This will make it so that you are able to hear more of the pickup’s natural sound. Remove the relevant control knobs and the selector switch tip if that’s coming out. #1. Fender Pickups Control Diagrams; Guitar Setup Menu Toggle. Building your custom Guitar Gallery. it is usually wanting to switch from jazz to blues/rock. 19. Jan 1, 2023. Jun 25, 2021. This pre-wired Gibson & Epiphone ES-335 Vintage Style Wiring Harness is designed for replacing old electrics or upgrading the electronics of imported models or for use on DIY Kits. Gibson T-Type Humbucker. Neck Pickup. Compared to other single coil designs, such as the ubiquitous Fender single coil, the bobbin for a P-90 is wider but shorter. 5~3 inches) and a 25. Feb 27, 2003. The ES-335 has been a legendary tone machine since 1958. Available as a single or dual pickup. (Image credit: Future ) 5. LP or ES-335. Cleaning and professional repacking. Tele - Humbucker. Since then the ES 335 'Dot' has been a must-have guitar in every arsenal. ES-335 Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar - Sixties Cherry. Both the '59B and PGB are bright and thin. #3. 6mm. The Gibson ES-335 DOT is the cornerstone of the Gibson ES line-up. If the pickups are too close to the strings the magnetic pull can have some effect. 2. And also, the way that the guitar is wired up, when turning the volume pots to 8, the drop off is so severe that it makes using the pots to control. This is the ONLY way to go for a myriad of restoration options, converting a stereo ES to mono or dropping some insane tone in your modern reissue 335!. I set the pickup height to get the tone I wanted and started noodling. (This is pretty close to the sweet spot. I generally set the pickups as close to the strings as possible. 25"). F. In addition I set the screw slots to cross the string. 6 mm) for their PAFs in both neck and bridge position, and for both the bass and the treble sides of the pickup. Generally. Pearly Gates pickups with nickel covers sound great too. 19 mm), neck pickup should be 4/32" (3. Everything is fully tested before being posted to you. I found that article on pickup height very interesting, got some other guitars where I am going to put that in action. Thread the tool onto the post until it is flush against the thumbwheel. Jul 22, 2015. The ES-335 electric guitar defines the idea of a semi-hollow, and since its launch in 1958 it has found favour in the hands of some of the greatest guitarists of all time. The ES-335 has been a legendary tone machine since 1958. A little further away than spec is probably much better than too close. These are humbucker-style pickups but they are very bright and deliver a clear, crisp sound. Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Maple/Poplar Top, Back, and Sides, Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Sixties Cherry. ) Wrong Orientation: The correct pickup height orientation is lower on the bass side and closer on the treble side. . I use alnico 2 Tom Holmes pickups in my 2001 ES-335. Gibson's Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups are paired with our hand-wired control assembly. 110. Play test: Play every string at every fret checking for buzzes. At some point, it occurred to the bean counters at Gibson that it was taking rather a. IMO that angled neck pickup gives the vintage (and Historic) ES-335s a distinct look and sound. 11-15-2013, 01:21 PM. What's new Latest activity Authors. ”. Pickguard: Gibson ES-335 Shape, Black, 5-ply Truss Rod: Dual Action Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Bell Control Knobs: Black Top Hat knobs with metal inserts Switch Tip: Cream Switchwasher: None Jack Plate Cover: None Strap Buttons: 2 - bottom and heel Mounting Rings: Black Pickup Covers: Nickel. If you have. The bridge side of the neck pickup is higher, closer to the strings than the neck side of that pickup. 1,854. Gibson put them in ES-335s roughly between 2014 and 2019, could be longer, not sure. This has been a guitar that I have. Epiphone's new Inspired by Gibson ES-335 promises to deliver the tone and feel of a classic Gibson in a more affordable package for budget-conscious guitarists. Seymour Duncan Seth Lover SH-55 Humbucker. Quick pictures of the pickups. I have a red 1968 & 1969 Gibson ES 335; 1984 Gibson Black ES 335 DOT; 1987 Blonde Gibson. Seymour wound a pickup based on that design and was interested in marketing and producing it as a. Videos include adjusting the truss rod, bridge, nut. Ryan Schuermann shows us the simple way to adjust pickup height. Originally, the ES-335 (but not the 345 or stereo 355) had solid block down the middle with no cutouts of any kind. Loving 57's, I bought a 2014 ES 335 with 57's. Jul 6, 2014. I've been adjusting the neck pickup (lowered overall height while raising the pole pieces) and that has helped a bit, but I still can't find the clarity that I like. Other features include a No-Wire ABR-1 bridge, Bigsby B-7 tailpiece and Kluson Single Line, Single Ring Tulip tuners. 030″ range and string height will likely need some adjusting.