Joined Feb 17, 2020 Messages 115 Reaction score 164. $ 3,499 . Yes, your pickups can be set so high. There are eight pickup surround screws-4 short and 4 long. Adjust the height and poles so the strings are all balanced and output is equal. 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. Here are some of its finest moments…. The process of getting your pickups to this ballpark setting is easy. All have fairly easy solutions so before. The pickup. NGD - Epiphone ES-335 Pro. There is a 3 way switch for pickup selection. , moving the pickups so far down that the magnetic field barely comes into contact with the string. 50 and $282. Epiphone DOT vs Gibson ES 335. Electric Velvet. Read more: Best guitar pickups overall. This ES-335 acquired an extra degree of woody honk. These are humbucker-style pickups but they are very bright and deliver a clear, crisp sound. The 4 Best Pickups for Your ES-335 Style Guitar. I am really pleased with this guitar, my first Epiphone and my first semi-hollowbody electric. plucking normally play fret 16. “My neck pickup is muddy. After much cussing and a few slip-ups along the way, it's finally job done! 2022 Epi ES-335. and then set the pickup height so the string is 4mm from the pickup" etc. 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. This is the only blonde 63 ES-335 known. . 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. Isolines for carving the guitar top’s contours. Performance Warranty. "LEARN TO FLY" WITH THIS AWESOME AXE!You are looking at a 2015. This can vary from player to player depending on playing style and pickup setup. Pickup height makes a difference, but, IMHO, the character of the pickup remains essentially the same. Basicaly I read that the neck pickup should be 3/32"s from the strings and the treble pickup should be 1/16"s from the strings. ||| a lovely ES-335 in for a complete set-up / overhaul. ”. Play test: Play every string at every fret checking for buzzes. Our version, the Epiphone Dot makes this icon guitar available to players everywhere. I got my first one in 1966 when I was 14 years old. 25"). Epiphone Electrics. Used – Very Good. #1. Action is a "personal perference", depending on the gauge of strings your using. 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. In the Gibson ES 339, the solid block is made mainly from maple, but with spruce cushions at the top and back and is clearly but tidily visible through the f-holes. . 6mm. Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar with Figured Maple/Poplar Top, Back, and Sides, Mahogany Neck, Rosewood Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups -. The pickup toggle switch was a bit hit and miss delivering sound when selecting the bridge pickup. If your tailpiece is low you may want to bring it up. Guitar. Google or Bing "es-335 pickup height" and you'll find lots of examples of pics of your pickup in profile. 685''). ”. I really like the Burstbucker 1 & 2 that come in the 50th Anniversary 1963 ES-335, not as polite as a '57 classic. ES-335 Solderless Wiring Diagram; Les Paul. In this comparison, the Gibson ES-335 has the wider nut with 43mm (1. Videos include adjusting the truss rod, bridge, nut. “My pickups are poorly balanced. I was amazed at how nice the stock units sound if tweeked. DC: Neck 7. The Sounds of the Epiphone ES 335 PRO Oct 22, 2012. Neck Material: Mahogany. The L&M Advantage. Home. Another important aspect of the ES-335 Block is its pickups, which play a crucial role in defining the sound of the guitar. bridge: 8/64 e,E. The ThroBak M-69 humbucker mounting ring is tooled and molded in Kalamazoo with the same steel mold process as vintage M-69 rings. 25"). Post by Pressed_Rat » Sun Oct 31, 2021 4:43 pm. In my experience the 50s wiring is better in terms of less mud if the volumes and tones are less than ten. The Gibson ES-335 DOT is the cornerstone of the Gibson ES line-up. es-335 pickups. A: Gibson recommends 3/32″ on the bass string side and 1/16″ on the treble string side. 4 mm) for the neck. Check/set pickup height. Browse. PSD – Layers / Measurements. It’s sounds like it should do now. $ 599 . Our Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. String height should run about 0. 50's wiring will let you roll off the volume control but retain the treble. I noticed that on the 335 the neck pick up does not sit parallel to the strings. The bridge ring is taller but not as tall as the one on a Les Paul (or an ES-175). And that’s why they’ve excelled in pretty much every genre of guitar music. The jazz tends to have a little more high end to my ears so that may be a good place to start. It had a stainless steel cover and no sticker. I believe that 57 classics are pretty good pickups. . Posted August 20, 2018. Try them with 50's wiring, same wiring that comes in Gibson's 339. That said, I personally have an aversion to swapping out electronics on older guitars that are still all. It’s a large body, semi-hollow electric that has since become instantly recognisable. 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. I flat out love them. Pickup height. Hi there! Here's a question for the fine folks of TGP : I really like my new 2017 ES-335 studio, but it's a really bright guitar. Full inspection and play test. Pickup Height:3/32″ bass side, 3/32″ Treble Side; Pickup Frame: Black Plastic; Switch:3. Strip the end of the hot wire back 1/8" using your wire stripper or a razor blade. NOTE: The further away from the strings the pickups are the deeper the tone will be (and lower volume) and the. Most pickups have a number of ‘pole-pieces’. The Epiphone "Inspired by Gibson" ES-335 Figured honours the immortal ES-335, the thin semi-hollow archtop that brought archtop class to the rock era. 1969 Chrome Hardware Gibson including the ES-335 and SG Standard as well as the ES-175 and many others! They. Both the 335 and the 339 are awesome but I am enjoying the 339 more. I think I have resolved the dullness issue. The binding is thicker, so I think that's the difference. 6K, Bridge 8. ES-335 Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar - Sixties Cherry. Lower the pickups a little and see if that cleans up the muddiness and helps sustain. What i would do is: Lower down that tone pot on the bridge pickup and leave the guitar stock. Messages 236. Analysis of the magnets, coils and winding pattern revealed the key details that make these pickups tonally unique in the timeline of T-Top production. 5875mm) on the Treble Side. 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. What puzzles me however is how to properly setup. The nickel covered Pearly Gates pickups sometimes get compared to them. This works even with high-output pickups. Hovering between $3000 and $3700, the T-Type humbuckers that ship with the Gibson ES-335 are decent. ||| a lovely ES-335 in for a complete set-up / overhaul. I use alnico 2 Tom Holmes pickups in my 2001 ES-335. These are pretty heavy, even for me. The Gibson Limited-Edition ES-335 Figured blends form and function with a figured maple body and top, rounded mahogany neck and stopbar tailpiece. There’s not as much air in the tone and the big bodies provide a touch more depth, but the ES-339 has tighter lows with extra focus – and a bit more sustain. Gibson ‘60s Burstbucker Humbucker. the 339's 14. If you’re sold on the style and tones of the 335, but you’re looking for something smaller and easier to handle, the Epiphone ES-339 is the way to go. Action height at 12th fret: 1/16" overall (fast) String gauges: 46w-10. 070 to 0. Experience the Epiphone "Inspired by Gibson" ES-335 Figured - a visually stunning and sonically versatile guitar. Ibanez AS93 Much like EPI 335 shape, Super 58's and general quality. 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. Bought on MF for $379 on sale. 335 pickup height. 4. • Neck: mahogany. even if you don't wind up with the 57's it'll help you in your future search learning how sensitive a 335 is to pickup adjustments. Feb 9, 2020 #70 saltbird said:. 6 mm) for their PAFs in both neck and bridge position, and for both the bass and the treble sides of the pickup. Videos include adjusting the truss rod, bridge, nut,. I have an '18 ES 335 Pro, stock pups, never had this issue. Menu. This means that it will be more difficult to do bar chords on the Epiphone ES-335. Featuring a solid maple center block for added sustain and feedback resistance, Alnico. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. also pots were scratchy. It’s not known exactly when Gibson switched over to bound. Height adjustment and amp settings is key with these pups. 2,041. 4K Recommended. 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. Along with the really obvious stuff like the instruction manual, the pickup height adjustment instructions, the Varitone instructions (345s and stereo 355s. Our Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. A: Gibson recommends 3/32″ on the bass string side and 1/16″ on the treble string side. Binding: 1-Ply Royalite. Re: Seth Lover pickup height preferences. Yes. Feb 7, 2019 859. We’ve designed the Imperial ® to draw from the long revered qualities of the original P. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson™ ES-335 set an unmatched standard. 2381). #15. When the switch is “down”only the bridge or “Treble” pickup is turned on. One exception: 1/8" from bass side of neck pickup to underside of the low E. That guitar grabbed me, and never let me go. I'm not well-versed in "things Gibson" and would like ES 335 specs. Bridge pickup should be 3/64" (1. 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. The neck was a little thinner that. Gibson '57 Classic, '57 Classic Plus, P-90, and P-100 pickups all feature vintage two-conductor wiring. Update Feb 2012: refer to the Stratocaster setup guide for official guidelines. It’s a superb rhythm tone and ideal for textured chord arpeggios. It is simply one of the best deals today for. Luckily, it is really easy on a Strat as each pickup has two screws (see image below). . The exact year is debated. The way I have it right now is at 4/64” on the high e-string when that string is fretted at the highest fret and the low e-string is 8/64” measured the same way. The strings are not gonna stay on long, just over night and I will put some 10s on them Friday. If both Pickups are identical as far as #of winds and magnet the bridge will sound weaker and the neck louder so I usually end up with the neck lower than bridge. Of course they are just guidelines and jumping off points. . 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. My neck pickup is definatly more than 3/32"s from the string. The pearloid dot inlay rosewood fingerboard on a hand-rolled Rounded "C" mahogany neck remind players where it all started. They are nickel plated on a 335 and gold plated on a 345 and 355. If you have an original Gibson PAF pickup and/or M-69 pickup. 50 respectively. Sep 28, 2007 #1 gibson-r8 Active member. 1965 Gibson ES335 – Vintage Cherry. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set an unmatched standard. We take a massive amount of care and attention when putting our Gibson & Epiphone ES-335 harnesses together. A more obvious issue one could run into if their pickups are set too high is physical playing interference. The bridge side of the neck pickup is higher, closer to the strings than the neck side of that pickup. 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. Wood Top Style: Plain. With the giveaway coming up Saturday I thought it would cool to show you some tones I like from my 335. And although they are best associated with Gibson and Epiphone, a variety of brands produce guitars modelled on these designs. “Rhythm”pickup only is turned on. Both the '59B and PGB are bright and thin. The pearloid dot. Using that coil split push/pull and adjusting my amps. Feb 16, 2014. Epiphone. It features a solid maple wood block running through the center of its body with upper bouts that are hollow and two violin-style f-holes cut into the top over the hollow chambers. To many, Alvins’ 335 was ‘the’ epitome of this instrument, but of course, there were other great guitarists as well. I've been collecting buying and selling ES 335/345/355 guitars for 20 years. yet the distance between the strings at the neck pickup and the body under it is huge as is the extra amount the pickups need to be raised out of the center block to achieve the. “This is Artist Proof number four. This Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. I love the Calibrated T type pickups in my 2021 es335 60s. vintage ES-335 bridge ring height. “I took out all the pickups, just had one pickup and one knob. The neck was a little thinner that my. $85,000. 0625”, 1. I think though is if one is talking about 335 or es-175. Try them with 50's wiring, same wiring that comes in Gibson's 339. Check/set pickup height. Step 2. Posted October 23, 2009. Epiphone Casino Vs. This includes the knobs on your guitar, both tone and volume. Completing this impressive model is a 22-fret rosewood fretboard and a gloss finish. 4 millimeters for the neck pickup. Gibson's Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups are paired with our hand. 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. 00. 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. The Gibson ES-335 Figured is the perfect blend of form and function. After doing some adjusting on the stock. 3. Model Sub-Family: Gibson ES-335 TD Block. Oct 20, 2021. The concept here is to set your amp the way you like. $ 3,499 . In the case of the Les Paul or an SG, that would be the 22nd fret. They are not bright, which is okay. It has long magnet PAF's in it and it's pretty scary. 3. This includes the knobs on your guitar, both tone and volume. Obviously I need to keep. 110. Go. even if you don't wind up with the 57's it'll help you in your future search learning how sensitive a 335 is to pickup adjustments. (Image credit: Future ) 5. Today (2015) Gibson recommends 1/16" (1. When I took it in for the initial setup my luthier took them all to approximately . Pickups--humbuckers made by Gotoh. 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. 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. Gibson Custom Dickey Betts SG Artist Proof #4. Oranjeaap Senior Member. Epiphone ES-335 Semi-Hollow Body Electric Guitar (Cherry) $599. WEIGHT (kg/lb): 3. You have both pickups selected and turn one volume or tone down it globally affected both. 16" at the lower bout (vs. On the other hand, the Ibanez AS73G has the upper hand when it. Might only need a quarter turn with a screwdriver. Posted April 21, 2017. 4 mm) for the A 335 should have plenty of sustain. Performance Warranty. ES 335 Pickup Timeline; 1958-1961 Long magnet PAF. Download. The perfect pickup height depends on your particular pickups, your strings, and, of course, personal taste. Museum grade 1957 Les Paul Custom. Can't help that much. 2. GibsonELECTRICS: Gibson T-Type calibrated covered humbuckers, 3-way toggle pickup selector, individual volume and tone controls for each pickup. the Gretch and Gibson ES-335’s of legends. The pearloid dot inlay rosewood fingerboard on a hand-rolled Rounded "C" mahogany neck remind players where it all started. Fourth, lube your nut. “To adjust the pickups, you hold both E strings down at the highest fret. I have an '18 ES 335 Pro, stock pups, never had this issue. Then swap out the controls to some good quality Audio taper pots and PIO caps. Other features include a No-Wire ABR-1 bridge, Bigsby B-7 tailpiece and Kluson Single Line, Single Ring Tulip tuners. To see our handwound humbuckers please visit I set the neck pickup height to an ideal tone, it overpowers the bridge pickup, even when the bridge pickup is set real close to the strings. F. 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. 5mm at nut, 52mm at 12th fret. The upside is that this is part of what gives them the twangier sound than say LPS imho. Epiphone ES-339. Like a quarter turn of an adjustment screw or pole piece. . Pearly Gates pickups with nickel covers sound great too. Available as a single or dual pickup. The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. 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. Cleaning and professional repacking. 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. . 1961 ES-335 Pickup Ring Sizes. 2,158. My own preference is to start with 3/32" (2. This will do me just fine and I think it is a great value. A screwdriver is the easiest, fastest, cheapest and by far the most efficient way to a good tone. Jan 26, 2022. 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. Neck pickup: Alnico Classic PRO Neck Bridge pickup: Alnico Classic PRO Bridge Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS potentiometers Dimensions and Weight in Packaging Blueberry Burst. 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. It’s equipped with Gibson’s Memphis Historic Spec II (MHS II) humbucking pickups and an ABR-1 bridge. Seymour wound a pickup based on that design and was interested in marketing and producing it as a. The 57's were OK, but not great. Les Paul Junior Wiring Diagram; Les Paul Standard Wiring Diagram; Les Paul Standard Clone Wiring Diagram; Les Paul. • Top and Back: 5-ply laminated maple/birch. All are legitimate complaints about the tone of your 335, 345 or 355. Guitar. Though nut slots may still be in the 0. F. Fret the high E at the last fret and back the pickup height down to about 1/8" below the string. This will be true of all the screws on the guitars except for the pickup surround screws and the pickup bobbin screws. Profile view of neck and pitched headstock. Cleaning and professional repacking. Part 3:. Really all you have to look out for here is moving the pickups out of the optimal operating range of the string; i. Originally, the ES-335 (but not the 345 or stereo 355) had solid block down the middle with no cutouts of any kind. Messages 2,492. Featuring a pair of Alnico ClassicT humbuckers, Grover® Rotomatic Machine Head and a gorgeous Flame Maple Veneer top and body in a stunning Blueberry Burst finish. Show More: Similar Products. #8. Download. I would also measure height beforehand as a reference. Wondering if anyone has changed theirs out and what was their experience. Will not break guaranteed! Molded flat. Equipped with mini humbuckers (2013 model year) or dog-ear P90s (2014–present). Our recommended Pickup Height is 1/8" (3. the buzzing stopped and the tone sounds great after I adjusted the pickup height. 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. Apr 27, 2017. Any suggestions would be awesome!Pickups for an ES-335. Weight: 7lbs 9. Tele - Humbucker. 5~3 inches) and a 25. McCarty also designed two radical-ly modern solidbody shapes: the Flying V and Explorer. 17 mm). ES-175. Epiphone Casino Vs. 022uf paper-in-oil caps, braided hook-up wires, premium pots and a switchcraft switch. I was always a Fender guy (strat + tele) but recently I have taken an interest in humbuckers ;). bridge: 8/64 e,E. 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. I used a Gibson ES 335 w/ 57' classics through a Blackface Vibrolux for comparison. Browse. Larry Carleton built a career on that sound. None of these are available locally and many online shops do not have them in. The back-story of my interest in the ES-335 is in my introductory post. I also recently got an ES-335 with T-types, and I feel they are very bright pickups. “For many ES-335 players, the middle setting is where you’ll find much of the magic”. 00. As we mentioned, the ES-335 is a big old guitar, and as such might be a little unwieldy for some players. Gibson ES-335. I recently acquired a Gibson ES 335. Step 10A: Vintage two-conductor wiring. 58-61 es 335 pickup ring question. #7. My middle position and neck seem a little dark and muddy. Go. Adjust pickup balance. If string height at nut is correct, recheck string height at 12th fret with strings open. Paul John Best from Radioshop Pickups UK gives you our guide to how to set your humbucker pickup height. Gibson ES-335 Replacement Pickups. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson ES-335 set an unmatched standard. So I can't point you to an inherently better choice of necessity. A high-quality Graph Tech NuBone nut and rock-solid Epiphone Deluxe tuners round out this classy ES-335. 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. 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. Anyone thinking about changing their Epi DOT Pickups should try adjusting the height on their stock PUs. Gibson recommends 1/16" (1. Performance Warranty. . Lower the bass side of the bridge until it buzzes, raise until clear. I've spent the last couple of months doing my due diligence and learning about the instrument. Remove the relevant control knobs and the selector switch tip if that’s coming out. Gibson p90 p90s humbuckers lefty guitarGibson p90 pickup set. Thread the tool onto the post until it is flush against the thumbwheel. 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. 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. Just gonna pass on some info about the medium-height black pickup rings from back in the 50s and early-60s that was told to me by Terry Mueller. Byrdland, ES-350, ES-5 switchmaster, L-5CE, the Super 400 and the ES-335/ES-345/ES-355 (when introduced in 1958/1959). To no avail. I don’t know if it’s the guitar or the pickups. They work well in the Dots, keeping that warmth and fullness in the tone, and what most people hear as a traditional broader bigger 335 tone. I set the pickup height to get the tone I wanted and started noodling. 2. Joined Mar 10, 2002. However, there were height inconsistencies that caused a couple of buzzes even though the neck was very true. With a few exceptions (more on that later), all you need is a. Using that coil split push/pull and adjusting my amps. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson Humbuckers deliver a wide range of vintage sounds while the rounded C neck profile is extremely. Pickup Configuration: HH. The whole guitar seems to have settled down and "unstiffened". #6. Gibson would do this sometimes too by the way, to made "medium height" rings for many of the. #3. Using a calliper to measure them. Pickup height is a personal preference, however there are reasons for making certain adjustments. 070" or 52.