Gibson Memphis ES-335 Bass Vintage Sunburst 2013 Semi-Hollow Electric Bass

This is a Gibson Memphis ES-335 Semi-Hollow Electric Bass in Vintage Sunburst finish. Made in the USA in 2013, this bass features a set-neck construction comprising a semi-hollow Laminated Maple body, Mahogany neck, and 20-fret Rosewood fingerboard. Other appointments include an aftermarket Babictz FCH 3-point 4-string bridge, Grover Open Gear Tuners, double bound body, bound neck, and a set of Gibson Humbucking pickups. These pickups are wired to two independent volume controls, two independent tone controls, and a three-way pickup selector.

The Mahogany neck sits comfortably in the hand, with the profile feeling chunky without being cumbersome, offering a dependable grip whilst also providing a smooth and articulate playing experience. The Rosewood fingerboard feels pleasant under the fingers, whilst the 12” radius allows for ease of different techniques such as slap bass or chordal playing. The double cutaway body design allows the player to have unobstructed access to the entire register, whilst its semi-hollow nature also makes longer durations of playing a comfortable experience.

The semi-hollow construction provides an open airiness to the sound which makes the instrument suitable for a wide range of genres whilst retaining a unique and unmistakable voice. The Gibson humbuckers deliver a thick and powerful tone, with smooth rounded lows, clear and open mid range and a sweet treble response that captures the attack and aggression of your playing. The pots feel nicely responsive, allowing you to dial in your perfect tone with ease, whilst the simplicity of the controls ensure that you can stay focussed on your playing whilst still offering comprehensive control of your tone.