Gibson ES-339

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About Gibson ES-339

Gibson ES-339 was first introduced in 2007 and is essentially an ES-335 with a smaller body size. The scale length is still 24.75" making it a more comfortable Gibson ES for those who still want the popular semi-hollow sound. The Gibson ES-339 guitar is incredibly versatile making it ideal for many genres including rock, blues and jazz. It is available in a range of finishes and comes with a set of pickups, some featuring Gibson 57 classic humbuckers. With a mahogany neck, comfortable "Rounded C" neck profile, rosewood fingerboard and a 3 ply maple poplar body finished in nitrocellulose lacquer, it is a distinctive guitar that can go the distance. Some feature dot inlays while others have block inlays, offering a selection of styles to the discerning player.

Gibson ES-339 is one of those great ideas that made guitarists across the world smile and ask 'why has this not been done before?' The Gibson ES-339 is essentially an ES-335 with a shrunken down body. The neck is exactly the same in terms of scale length and so on, it just has a smaller, semi hollow body that is roughly the size of a Les Paul. This provides a 'manageable' ES guitar for those who have trouble with the size of the admittedly large ES-335 but still want that lovely warm, open sound.

The Gibson ES-339 is a versatile guitar, useful for a great many genres. It is available in a range of finishes and typically comes armed with two Gibson humbuckers and the customary 24.75" scale length neck. These have become a popular choice for lots of players in the few short years they've been available due to their uncompromising tone matched with their easy to handle size.

If you are considering a semi-hollow guitar and like the idea of a compact body shape that still delivers a big sound, the Gibson ES-339 could be just what you need. Explore our range and you might find your dream guitar!

Why Should I Choose a Gibson ES-339 Guitar?

  • A more compact version of the famous ES-335
  • Legendary semi-hollow tone ideal for rock, blues, pop and more
  • Made in the USA to very high standards

Frequently Asked Questions about Gibson ES-339

Question: What is the Gibson ES-339 series?
The Gibson ES-339 series includes a number of semi-hollow guitars for the guitarist who wants excellent tone in a smaller body size.
Question: Who plays a Gibson ES-339?
Famous Gibson ES-339 players include Joan Jett, Kelly Jones, Noel Gallagher and Slash, as well as many guitarists who prefer a more compact body size.
Question: Where are Gibson ES-339 guitars made?
Gibson ES-339 guitars are currently made in the USA at Gibson's factory in Nashville, Tennessee.
Question: Does the ES-339 sound the same as the ES-335?
Not exactly, no. Tonally the ES-339 is broadly similar to the ES-335 but we would say it actually sounds much closer to the Les Paul sound than anything else. Les Paul players will get a lot from an ES-339.
Question: Is the Gibson ES-339 made in the same way as an ES-335?
Yes, the construction methods used for the ES-339 are exactly the same as those of the ES-335, namely: a semi hollow body body of multiple plies of Maple and Poplar with a solid centre block of Maple. The neck is Mahogany and the finish is nitrocellulose...classic Gibson all the way!
Question: Which finishes is the Gibson ES-339 currently available in?
At the moment, the Gibson ES-339 is available in three excellent finishes: Antique Blues Burst, Antique Walnut and Drab Green.
Question: What gauge strings are on a Gibson ES-339 guitar?
Gibson ES-339 guitars tend to have .010 - .046 gauge strings.