Gibson Custom Shop 1959 ES-330 Reissue Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case - Vintage Burst
Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
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Description
For vintage electric guitar fans, 1959 stands as a landmark year in the Gibson story, producing many of the most sought-after instruments ever built. Among them was the debut of the Gibson ES-330™, introduced that same year. Although it's often compared to its sibling, the Epiphone Casino™, the ES-330 came first; the Casino didn't arrive until 1961. Following an eight-year break in production, Gibson Custom is pleased to reintroduce the 1959 ES-330 Reissue as a core offering within the Gibson Custom Historic Reissue Collection.
The ES-330 Reissue features a fully hollow thinline body constructed from three-ply maple/poplar/maple. Unlike the visually related ES-335, it does not include a maple centerblock, which gives the ES-330 a more open, resonant acoustic character and far greater unplugged volume. This makes it a standout choice for casual playing, earning its reputation as one of the finest "couch guitars" around.
Its one-piece mahogany neck is carved to an Authentic 1959 profile-a comfortable, substantial C-shape that feels classic without being oversized. A bound, one-piece rosewood fretboard carries 22 period-correct medium jumbo frets and understated cellulose dot inlays. As on original 1959 models, the neck joins the body at the 16th fret, allowing for ideal bridge placement and vintage-accurate feel.
A matched pair of P-90 pickups with black Dogear covers brings the 1959 ES-330 Reissue to life. The bridge pickup uses standard windings and an Alnico 3 magnet, while the underwound neck pickup employs an Alnico 5 magnet, creating a complementary, well-balanced voice across positions. Each pickup is individually wired to its own volume and tone controls using CTS® potentiometers and paper-in-oil capacitors. A Switchcraft® three-way toggle and 1/4" output jack round out the electronics.
As with any fully hollow design, the ES-330 is more susceptible to feedback than a solidbody or semi-hollowbody, and it's not intended for the highest-gain environments. Even so, with mindful technique, it handles overdrive beautifully, offering a distinctive, singing sustain that sets it apart from nearly every other guitar. Whether used for Americana, blues, 60s pop, country, jazz, rock, or other styles, the ES-330 offers remarkable expressive range.
Additional historically accurate features include nickel hardware, a Historic no-wire ABR-1 bridge, a trapeze tailpiece, a nylon nut, Kluson® Deluxe tuners, a multi-ply ES-330 pickguard, and True Historic gold Top Hat knobs with dial pointers. Its combination of a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish and VOS hardware treatment evokes the gently aged appearance of a well-preserved vintage example.
Gibson is thrilled to welcome the 1959 ES-330 Reissue back into the Gibson Custom Historic lineup and look forward to the music today's players will create with this exceptional instrument. A Lifton™ hardshell case is included to keep the guitar protected at home and on the road.
Specifications
BodyBinding: Single-ply top and back
Body Material: Maple/Poplar/Maple
Body Finish: VOS nitrocellulose lacquer
Body Shape: ES-335
Body Style: Hollow Body
Neck
Profile: Authentic 1959
Frets: Reissue Medium Jumbo
Joint: Long neck tenon
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Nut Material: Nylon
Inlays: Dot
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
Binding: Single-ply
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.7 mm)
Neck Material: Mahogany
Hardware
Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Finish: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Kluson Deluxe
Control Knobs: Gold Top Hats
Pickup Cover: Black Dogear
Tailpiece: Trapeze
Electronics
Neck Pickup: P-90
Bridge Pickup: P-90
Controls: 2 volume, 2 tone
Pickup Selector: 3-way toggle
Misc.
Case: Lifton reissue
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A warranty can be a very important factor when making a buying decision. Because repairs can be very expensive in terms of parts and labour costs, manufacturers usually only provide one year limited warranties that generally only cover items that malfunction due to a manufacturer’s defect. With an important purchase such as a musical
instrument or piece of studio gear, however, many people want to have the peace of mind in knowing that their investment will be protected should the product no longer be performing at 100%.
Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
- Convenient: Easy drop off and pick up of the product at any Long & McQuade location.
- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
- Loaners Available: A loaner product may be given while the product is being repaired.
- Power Surge Protection: Your product is covered even if damaged from a power surge.
- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
- Commercial Use Coverage: Music and recording professionals who purchase gear for “heavy-use” commercial purposes will still be covered.
Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 ES-330 Reissue Electric Guitar with Hardshell Case - Vintage Burst | 839389 |
