Pickup Height:3/32″ bass side, 3/32″ Treble Side; Pickup Frame: Black Plastic; Switch:3. It's based on the iconic ES-335, favored by legendary guitarists like Larry Carlton, Eric Johnson, and Dave Grohl, just to name a few. It offers practically identical specs in everything from wood. ”. Great tip! I was looking for a woody, throaty sound out of my ES-335, so I lowered the pick-ups and got much closer to the sound I'm looking for. It features the '60s-style Kalamazoo. $419. By 57, it was being used in a few “spanish” models-the Les Paul, the ES-175 and various other arch tops. Lower the pickups a little and see if that cleans up the muddiness and helps sustain. (pickup height adjustments don't help much) . • Neck: mahogany. As we mentioned, the ES-335 is a big old guitar, and as such might be a little unwieldy for some players. #3. 90 price drop. 0. Unless there was something wonky with the wiring from the factory, those volume controls were both operable in the middle switch position. Reactions: schmee. The ES semi-hollow body guitars from Gibson first appeared in 1958. Thread Tools. This will be true of all the screws on the guitars except for the pickup surround screws and the pickup bobbin screws. so now, how to replicate that sound in a new pickup???Also pickup height will do wonders, fiddle with em. Body Shape: ES-335. Pickup height as Cap mentioned may be an issue. The ES-335 has been a legendary tone machine since 1958. Apr 27, 2017. ES-335 | Neck, Side. This works even with high-output pickups. It’s equipped with Gibson’s Memphis Historic Spec II (MHS II) humbucking pickups and an ABR-1 bridge. Menu. I think I have resolved the dullness issue. $5,999. I have the Olive Drab model and whilst I am not a die-hard Chris Cornell fan I do really. Pickup height is a personal preference, however there are reasons for making certain adjustments. This is great for a new guitar build or upgrading your existing muddy electronics to vintage 50's. The original ES-150 bar pickup with its hexagonal housing is now known as the “Charlie Christian” pickup, because it was installed on the ES-150s and ES-250s that. Set intonation and pickup height to spec and liking. in stock. 08-26-2014, 11:51 AM #15. neck: 11/64 e,E. 2. 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. , moving the pickups so far down that the magnetic field barely comes into contact with the string. 5mm from center to center of the lengthwise. 0,1190), neck pickup . Here, our Epiphone displays a funky phasiness with a more compressed response. 093”, 2. Donations. Sheraton because of sound and quality but don't care for the colors available. in stock. The neck was a little thinner that. Use your screwdriver on both screws pickup screws. 6 mm) for. 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. Gibson T-Type Humbucker. 1965 Gibson ES-335 Semihollow Electric Guitar Yup -- a real one!. ES-335 | Body, Front – Measurements. However, I’m running into the issue of no one having the correct replacements for the most recent issue of 335’s. 5mm at nut, 52mm at 12th fret. Once you get one just so, the other will be a touch off. “My pickups are poorly balanced. To tell how high I need to make the platform I place the loose P-90 on it. Product Details. com The Tone Zone and Gig Rigs. On most guitars, you'll find one of two different types of 3-way toggle switches: the box style and the open style. It features the '60s-style Kalamazoo. Epiphone ES-335 Semi-Hollow Body Electric Guitar (Cherry) $599. In the 1950s Gibson recommended a distance of 1/16" (1. The bridge ring should measure 3/8″ on the taller side and 9/32″ on the short side. 38mm) on the bass side, 2/32” (1/16”, 0. Jan 26, 2022. Lots of 335's on this forum though, so hopefully they'll way in with their opinions. Fatter, meatier tone with more drive and attack. It's especially annoying when pickups and pots don't sound great on an ES-335 because it's an all-day ordeal swapping out the harness and pickups. Everything is fully tested before being posted to you. On my Les Paul's that would look wrong to me, but, looking at pics of 335's it looks like that's at an acceptable angle. Today I spent some time adjusting the action and more importantly the pickup height. I have an '18 ES 335 Pro, stock pups, never had this issue. Clapton’s guitar on the Beano record was a ’59 or ’60 Les Paul Standard. it is usually wanting to switch from jazz to blues/rock. 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!. 1. Re: Seth Lover & Antiquity combination on Gibson ES-335. Epiphone ES-335 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar - Cracked Neck -. Thread starter simon connor; Start date Yesterday at 2:53 AM; Prev. This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Epiphone ES-335. Otherwise is a nice guitar. The Gibson ES-335 is a semi-hollow body semi-acoustic guitar introduced by the Gibson Guitar Corporation as part of its ES (Electric Spanish) series in 1958. on pickup closest to string. Gibson Pickup install (1) Gibson V repair (1) GPS Model TechDeck (1) Guitar Fret Dress (1) Guitar Fret Dressing (1) Guitar Fret dressing explained (1) Guitar Repair (1)To the low E high E pole pieces. Notes: Introduced in 1958, the ES-335 cemented Gibson's reputation for cutting-edge innovation combined with classic traditional design. Feb 9, 2020 #70 saltbird said:. In my experience the 50s wiring is better in terms of less mud if the volumes and tones are less than ten. Do the same for the low E and back it down to about 3/16". If you just got this I'd play around with pickup height and polepieces before jumping to find another pickup. Posted April 21, 2017. I am usually a Tele/Strat guy but I recently bought an 1989 ES 335 at the Seattle Guitar show, which sounds great. Guitar Additional Info. I would also measure height beforehand as a reference. Each guitar seems to want slightly different setups to play and sound its best. I do personally like bright pickups, but the highs are alittle too spikey for me. Paul John Best from Radioshop Pickups UK gives you our guide to how to set your humbucker pickup height. It’s a win-win. Hovering between $3000 and $3700, the T-Type humbuckers that ship with the Gibson ES-335 are decent. There were holes through the block for the pickup wires but nothing else. I think a lot of it has to do with pickup height and the particular individual guitar that they are installed in, and also the particular. A 335 should have plenty of sustain. Equipped with mini humbuckers (2013 model year) or dog-ear P90s (2014–present). Vintage Gibson 1965 ES-335 Wiring Harness Correct for your mid 1960's Mono ES Gibson Restoration! This harness is 100% original and in fantastic shape. Lower end guitars like epiphones get crap setups at the factory and no love once on the wall at guitar center. 654''). I also realized that, for me, instead of adjusting pickup height to manufacturer recommended, it's best to adjust some, play and find the sweet spot. I've learned a lot here and I hope someone else can too. Performance Assurance. Bridge: same. LP or ES-335. Read more: Best guitar pickups overall. Thread starter johnct3; Start date Feb 9, 2013; Feb 9, 2013 #1. A setup is a must especially when you buy used. Guitar. The aptly named rounded C-neck profile may feel slightly thicker than previous 335 models, but this puts it more in line with its Gibson counterpart. McCarty also designed two radical-ly modern solidbody shapes: the Flying V and Explorer. Ibanez ES-335 copy pickup suggestions. . Pickups--humbuckers made by Gotoh. Posted October 23, 2009. Messages. . 1. Nevertheless, moderate OD gets you into the ES-335 territory at last in the neck position. Here’s how I do it. Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Figured Maple/Poplar Top, Back, and Sides, Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups -. 20 reviews Write your review Item ID: ES3500SCNH. Thinking of putting new pickups in my Epiphone 335, looking for something that's great value, definitely vintage vibe but vintage with a modern edge is fine too. should be 4/32"(cm. Update Feb 2012: refer to the Stratocaster setup guide for official guidelines. P90 Pickup Height: bass side, 1. The Epiphone Inspired By Gibson ES-335 is based on the iconic 1958 Gibson design. Fret the high E at the last fret and back the pickup height down to about 1/8" below the string. To me the guitar is bright. The P-90 (sometimes written P90) is a single coil electric guitar pickup produced by Gibson Guitar Corporation since 1946, as well as other vendors. Updated by Bobby Updated on May 18th, 2023 Per our conversation in the comments section, it's clear that the amount of modification required to put an active. I have owned close to 500 of them over the years. 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. Pencil graphite (6B or softer is good) with a smidgen of petroleum jelly is good. Performance Warranty. Original Black beauty caps, switch and jack. These babies are the beating heart of your guitar. We favour the fabled ‘two teaspoons’ method for the knobs - one on each side, protecting the guitar top with a soft cloth. This is where the ES-335 gets very close to the deep, rich tones of an archtop, but it’s well, different…. For pennies on the dollar compared to an original ES-335, you can get the classic feel and tone of one of. That worked fine with the Florance and OX4s, but not with. Part 1: How to Change Guitar Strings & Guitar Neck Adjustment (Ultimate Guitar Setup Guide to Restring Electric Guitar, Guitar String Names, Guitar Neck Adjustment) Part 2: Guitar String Action Setup, How to Get An Extremely Low Action Guitar in 5 Steps. . I really think they did a fantastic job on the build of this guitar. A really good aftermarket neck humbucker is the Seymour Duncan Jazz model. Tim Plains; Jul 26, 2008; Pickups; Replies 7 Views 1K. 2,041. I found that article on pickup height very interesting, got some other guitars where I am going to put that in action. These are humbucker-style pickups but they are very bright and deliver a clear, crisp sound. Performance Warranty. 50's wiring will let you roll off the volume control but retain the treble. Messages 2,492. The pearloid dot inlay rosewood fingerboard on a hand-rolled Rounded "C" mahogany neck. There’s a 64 out there but it’s a lefty. 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. Re: Pickups for a Gibson ES-335. 4 mm) for the neck. For standard, full-size humbuckers, a reasonable starting point for the bridge pickup is at least 1/16" (1. Anyone thinking about changing their Epi DOT Pickups should try adjusting the height on their stock PUs. 0625”, 1. The pickup height made a night and day difference. $575. (my string gauge measures in 1/16ths but not 32nds i dont think). Now, the Epiphone Ltd. More Details. 5~3 inches) and a 25. When I took it in for the initial setup my luthier took them. Try them with 50's wiring, same wiring that comes in Gibson's 339. Below are standard. I agree with Josh. Google or Bing "es-335 pickup height" and you'll find lots of examples of pics of your pickup in profile. If you have. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson Humbuckers deliver a wide range of vintage sounds while the rounded C neck profile is extremely. Today (2015) Gibson recommends 1/16" (1. Since nearly all the vibration takes place between the nut and the saddles, you can bet the nut and the saddles are at issue when the guitar sounds dull or. Reply With Quote. 4 mm) on the bass side and 1/16" (1. If you just got this I'd play around with pickup height and polepieces before jumping to find another pickup. The strings are not gonna stay on long, just over night and I will put some 10s on them Friday. ER-Custom humbucker pickups are wound on the ThroBak vintage Leesona-102 to complete the Maximum Vintage specs. ThroBak Butyrate M-69 rings are a ground up reproduction of vintage reference M-69 PAF guitar pickup mounting rings. 6K, Bridge 8. 6mm;. They are nickel plated on a 335 and gold plated on a 345 and 355. We take a massive amount of care and attention when putting our Gibson & Epiphone ES-335 harnesses together. 693'') vs 42. It is simply one of the best deals today for guitar players who want the classic sound of an ES-335 at an accessible price. Facebook Page. and then 3 of them had shown up on the same day! Fret Dress / Edge Dress Demo Video Link:. SGs, and ES-330/335s. I got my first one in 1966 when I was 14 years old. I went back and played the 33xs again, and it was the neck pickup on each that was overly bass heavy. The shape and size of the neck are very similar and would certainly satisfy the most. This is where setting the pickup height makes all the difference, and can veer the tone from a nondescript amalgam of two pickups into something distinctly different. Gibson Gibson Vintage 1962 PAF Patent Number Pickup Nickel Cover Les Paul ES SG 1959 1960 1961 1963 1950's 1960's. Strip the end of the hot wire back 1/8" using your wire stripper or a razor blade. • u0007 Neck Depth 19mm at first fret, 23mm at 12th fret. My middle position and neck seem a little dark and muddy. s while improving on their frequency balance and giving a slight boost to the bridge pickup’s output. 01uF cap for the neck takes care of this issue on Les Paul's and ES-335 style guitars. Its lower-gain pickups also make it easier to press the strings and play fast. 022 capacitors, and vintage 50's authentic braided shield wire. With the price of a 58-60 dot neck reaching nosebleed heights, it might be time to look at the 61 ES-335 if you are among those who absolutely must have a dot. Includes original hard shell case. T. . This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Gibson ES-335. Jan 26, 2022. It looks smaller than an ES-335, but I measured it and it's exactly the same size as my old ES-330. I’ve always loved the gorgeous, deep tones of the neck pickup on an ES-335 and this guitar doesn’t disappoint in that department. Non Original Electronics = pickups, pots. Epiphone Alnico Classic PRO Pickups - Maple Body w/Figured Maple Top & Back. Download. You can even go to 3/16" on the high E and 1/4" on the low E. Bridge Height ES 335. Middle pickup: Somewhere between the height of the neck and the bridge pickups. 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. So it could sound dark. . Gibson Patent Sticker Humbucking Pickup Les Paul SG Standard 1967. Re: Seth Lover pickup height preferences. Thread the tool onto the post until it is flush against the thumbwheel. A screwdriver is the easiest, fastest, cheapest and by far the most efficient way to a good tone. We measure string height from the top of the polepiece to the bottom of the string when the string (usually the high or low E) is held down at the highest fret. ES-335 Solderless Wiring Diagram; Les Paul. Gibson ES-335's x 3. You have both pickups selected and turn one volume or tone down it globally affected both. Posted January 20, 2012. The neck BB #1 was just a bit too low to get much clearness from it. Tweet. I have also noticed that if you have an OD, Distortion pedal, booster, some of these will darken your tone. There are, essentially, four versions of the PAF pickup. 1 of 2 Go to page. The Gibson ES-339 is a modern classic designed for those seeking the tone and look of an ES-335, but desire a slightly smaller, lighter instrument. Today (2015) Gibson recommends 1/16" (1. It’s a superb rhythm tone and ideal for textured chord arpeggios. McCarty also designed two radical-ly modern solidbody shapes: the Flying V and Explorer. Most sources agree that 317 of Gibson’s new thinline semis left the factory that year – 267 in sunburst (ES-335TD) and 50 natural (ES-335TDN), marketed at $267. Epiphone. Some instruments only have the non-adjustable slug-type poles (and you definitely should not try to adjust those) but many pickups will be fitted with screw-type poles that can be raised or lowered. Try them with 50's wiring, same wiring that comes in Gibson's 339. Imperial ® Humbucker The Imperial ® Humbucker is our take on the original 1950s P. Then swap out the controls to some good quality Audio taper pots and PIO caps. Last edited: Feb 9, 2020. Our version, the Epiphone Dot makes this icon guitar available to players everywhere. To many, Alvins’ 335 was ‘the’ epitome of this instrument, but of course, there were other great guitarists as well. Get a guitar with soul at a great price, with the Epiphone Dot Studio semi-hollowbody electric guitar. 00. The most authoritative source I've found is the Gibson pickup height video with their master luthier and he's setting the height on an ES-335. 335 is my dream guitar but I can’t justify $4k for the cherry one. *Trembuckers are designed for wider string most commonly associated with Floyd Rose or vintage vibrato bridges (often called Tremolos) with a string spacing of 2. plucking normally play fret 16. 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 . I was all set to swap pickups for some PAFs but like these Epi ones just fine! Looking back, I am a fool for considering dropping $5k on a Gibson!Looking for peoples experiences on whether its worth upgrading the pickups on an Epi ES-335. The brilliant BB King, for instance. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson™ ES-335 set an unmatched standard. Dec 22, 2014. 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 you’re going to use the manufacturer’s recommended settings, you can check the measurements recommended for some of the most popular guitar styles in the table below. Make sure all your pickups are the same height (on the same axis)(top of plastic bobbins). The Epiphone "Inspired by Gibson" ES-335 Figured honors the immortal ES-335, the thin semi-hollow archtop that brought archtop class to the rock era. The Historic Reissue ES-335 is back and better than ever thanks to a year of studying, scanning, and listening to original examples. Now measure the string height at the nut; underside of the string to the top of the fret. Will not break guaranteed! Molded flat. Re: HH set for Gibson Es-335 I recently replaced the pickups in my ES-333 with a '59 neck and Distortion bridge. 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. . 00. 070 to 0. We’ve designed the Imperial ® to draw from the long revered qualities of the original P. Jim James, the vocalist, producer, primary songwriter, and guitarist for My Morning Jacket, has long impressed fans worldwide with his band and his solo projects. The Inspired By Gibson ES-339 is basically a smaller version of the ES-335 above, with an almost identical configuration as its bigger sibling. I am really pleased with this guitar, my first Epiphone and my first semi-hollowbody electric. 16" at the lower bout (vs. Pickups are uncovered Alnico III Custombuckers in the neck and bridge, with a Seymour Duncan SSL-1 in the middle position. Featuring a solid maple center block for added sustain and feedback resistance, Alnico Classic PRO humbuckers, Grover Rotomatic tuners, and a flame maple veneer top and back. Lower. $ 3,499 . 06-30-2012, 02:25 PM #10. The 61 ES-335. Epiphone DOT "Pickups". ES-335 is one of the most popular guitars in the world. “My bridge pickup is too bright. Low E and A should measure 2/64", D and G =1. Gold Screws . These pickups are very simple to install. They are nickel plated on a 335 and gold plated on a 345 and 355. Thread starter Glynn; Start date Jul 17, 2020; G. Then maybe drop the overall height of the pickup a little. To no avail. 50's wiring will let you roll off the volume control but retain the treble. Ryan Schuermann shows us the simple way to adjust pickup height. Notes: Introduced in 1958, the ES-335 cemented Gibson's reputation for cutting-edge innovation combined with classic traditional design. The harnesses were actually put into the guitar through the f-hole. While there isn’t a magic number for guitar pickup height—every pickup and guitar manufacturer has their own pickup height specifications—we’ve found 3/32 of an inch (2. The pearloid dot. Players will be impressed by its lightweight feel and expanded range of tonal capabilities. How High Should The Action Be On An Es-335? Photo by: gibson There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on personal preference. Next, adjust the height of the individual pole pieces so they mirror the radius of your fretboard, as shown in Photo 2. Jul 22, 2015. 850. A high-quality Graph Tech NuBone nut and rock-solid Epiphone Deluxe tuners round out this classy ES-335. We started research by dissecting and analyzing the pickups from ThroBak’s own 1970, “Made In USA” stamped SG and two early Patent Sticker T-Top pickups from and ES-335. Adjust pickup height and screws to taste . I bought my ES-335 new over 20 years ago, largely (I presume) for the 57 Classics that are in it. Polepiece height. Once you get one just so, the other will be a touch off. Suggested height. the buzzing stopped and the tone sounds great after I adjusted the pickup height. Since its release, Gibson. Key Features. If it's a Gibson ES-335, the pickups are in parallel in the middle position; there is no such thing as a master volume on an ES-335, or any stock 4-knob Gibson with two pickups. It also has one of the most incredible stories attached to. Epiphone DOT vs Gibson ES 335. F. 2. The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. These babies are the beating heart of your guitar. uk) 50s-style wiring harness in it with 0. I can tweak the amp settings a lot. LocationSoCal. Check/set pickup height. Burst Serial Numbers. ||| a lovely ES-335 in for a complete set-up / overhaul. Adjust the height and poles so the strings are all balanced and output is equal. . 6 mm) for their PAFs in both neck and bridge position, and for both the bass and the treble sides of the pickup. Aim for this pattern 5 6 1 1 4 4 corresponds to E A D G B E Now with Overdrive; Play each string one at a time on the 7th Fret - Listen out for a slight flutter-wavering note [ It should NOT waver - adjust very slightly up. Identical to short magnet. Epiphone ES-335 Figured Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar - Cracked Neck - Raspberry T. The room you're in. The type of amp and speaker. A little goes a long way toward altering your tone, and. These are pretty heavy, even for me. 685''). Wondering if anyone has changed theirs out and what was their experience. 73 mm from strings. I’m changing the trim on my 2022 Epiphone ES-335 Traditional Pro from black to cream. I also have a 2018 '59 ES 335 RI with MHS buckers. DC: Neck 7. Thus, pickup height needs to be taken into consideration not only for each guitar and for each type of pickup (humbucker, P90, strat, etc. Epiphone’s ES-335 will stand out instantly with its eye-grabbing body and fingerboard binding, plus a head-turning Epiphone Crown headstock inlay and tasteful dot fingerboard inlays. If you ever swapped pickups in a 335 style guitar you know that this is a real production and I am. The ones that fall short are almost always the ones that have neck, nut, saddle or fret […]Step 1. The body, neck, finish, neck pickup, and the harness are right. 17 mm). The support specialist then shared a story that Seymour Duncan himself had worked with Edward Van Halen in the late ‘70s when Edward brought him his favorite pickup and asked Seymour to work with it for a design for Edward’s use. Videos include adjusting the truss rod, bridge, nut,. What i would do is: Lower down that tone pot on the bridge pickup and leave the guitar stock. Wood Top Style: Plain. The acted like swithces istead of a gradual change. Height adjustment and amp settings is key with these pups. Feb 16, 2014. 2oz. Epiphone ProBucker™ 3. That guitar grabbed me, and never let me go. Check/set pickup height. Vintage Gibson 1965 ES-335 Wiring Harness Correct for your mid 1960's Mono ES Gibson Restoration! This harness is 100% original and in fantastic shape. If string height at nut is correct, recheck string height at 12th fret with strings open. Epiphone Electrics. This video is step 5 of a 5 part series. Cleaning and professional repacking. #1 Hi I am new here, my name is Dave I have a Gibson ES-335 and i was playing around with string height, intonation and pickup height. Go. On the Gibson ES-335, the issue isn't one of quality as much as style. The early PAF was made in 1956 and fitted in some steel guitars. but the neck pickup alone is muddy. The control layout is almost the same as the ES 335, with top hat pot knobs on the two-tone and two-volume controllers and toggle 3-way selector switch. After you've finished this process, play your guitar with your usual amp settings to get a first impression of the new tone. If it looks crooked to you, that's the way it's done on a 335. A properly installed Tune-o-matic bridge post extends 1/2" above the top of the guitar, with the other half of the inch-long post screwed into the body. Here is a pic of my '84 CS 335, (bridge pickup-slope now corrected) which shows, (compared to the pic above) the Nashville and tailpiece sitting quite low. This will be true of all the screws on the guitars except for the pickup surround screws and the pickup bobbin screws. Generally. There are a lot of variables in the ES 335 setup, and you have a lot of different ways of manipulating it, including the trussrod, the saddles (including both intonation and string position), bridge height, bridge cant angle,. Joined Jul 15, 2001 Messages 467. ”. Alnico. 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. MojoTone ‘59 Clone PAF Humbucker. Gibson ES-335 Replacement Pickups. #5. But I could.