USED Gibson Custom Shop / Murphy Lab 1959 ES-355 Reissue Watermelon Red Ultra Light Aged [05]

A 2024 Murphy Lab Gibson Custom Shop 1959 ES-355 in Watermelon Red Ultra Light Aged finish has arrived in pristine condition!

The Gibson ES-355 inherits the design philosophy of the ES-335 – "feedback-resistant semi-hollow construction with a center block and the versatility provided by dual humbuckers" – while being forged into the "King of ES" with superior materials and decoration.

Most iconic is the ebony fingerboard. Its deep black color and dense texture set it apart from the rosewood fingerboards common on 335s, delivering tight response and a premium feel right to your fingertips. Furthermore, the headstock features a split diamond inlay, and the appearance, with multi-ply binding throughout, instantly signals its status as a "top-tier model."

These design elements and details, combined with Murphy Lab's Ultra Light Aged nitrocellulose finish, recreate the original's character and playfeel for the modern era.

The Watermelon (Watermelon Red) color on this model is particularly noteworthy among ES-355s. This hue draws from the historical context where faded cherry finishes around 1959 were affectionately nicknamed "Watermelon," making it a tone held in special regard even within vintage circles.

Even in the current Custom Shop, "Watermelon Red" is positioned as a limited offering. It is treated as a rare finish with low market availability, seen in reissues bearing the color name in the model designation or in Japan-exclusive distribution units.

This model is the pinnacle ES, defining its status with luxurious specifications—an ebony fingerboard, split diamond inlays, and multi-ply binding—built upon the practical foundation of the ES-335. Wrapped in the rare, historically significant Watermelon Red color variation, it becomes a truly collectible piece, valued for both its sound and aesthetic appeal.

Being a 2024 model, it's in beautiful condition with minimal signs of use.

《Body》
- Shape: ES-335
- Material: 3-Ply Maple/Poplar/Maple w/ Solid Maple Centerblock
- Binding: Multi-ply
- Finish: Nitrocellulose (Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged)

《Neck》
- Material: Solid Mahogany
- Profile: 50s Rounded Medium C
- Joint: Long Tenon, Hide Glue

《Hardware》
- Finish: Gold
- Bridge: ABR-1 / Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
- Tuners: Gold Glover
- Pickguard: Multi-Ply Tortoise
- Knobs: Black Top Hats

《Electronics》
- Pickups: Custombucker Alnico 3 (Unpotted) x2
- Controls: 2 Volume / 2 Tone
- Switch: 3-Way

Condition: A: Excellent

Serial Number: A940500
Year of Manufacture: 2024
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Genuine Hard Case (Brown)
Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Pre-Pack Check List
Weight: 3.95kg
Truss Rod: No issues. Rod tested to 60 degrees left and right with no problems.
Fret Wear: No issues. Condition equivalent to new.
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0mm above the 12th fret
String Height (High-String Side): 1.5mm above the 12th fret
Nut width: 42.86mm
Neck Thickness Near 1st Fret: 23.3mm
Neck thickness near 12th fret: 24.7mm
Scale length: 628mm (24.75")
Radius: 305mm (12")
Strings at setup: .010-.046 set

* As this is a used item, please be aware that there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections not easily visible in photos or listed here.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining frets, or string height are taken by our staff during setup. These values may change due to environmental factors like climate and humidity.
These values are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee that the instrument will have the same measurements upon arrival.

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