The Gibson ES-345: A Refined Classic with Expanded Tonal Depth
Elegant vintage styling meets enhanced sonic flexibility
The Gibson ES-345 builds on the iconic ES-335 platform with a more refined aesthetic and a touch more sonic range. Crafted with a three-ply maple/poplar/maple body and a solid maple center block, this semi-hollow design delivers rich resonance while keeping feedback in check. Quarter-sawn Adirondack spruce bracing adds extra nuance to your note articulation, and the Sixties Cherry gloss finish ties it all together with classic Gibson flair.
Upgraded tonewoods and exclusive appointments
What sets the ES-345 apart are the subtle but impactful upgrades: multi-ply binding throughout, a bound rosewood fingerboard, and elegant acrylic split parallelogram inlays that are exclusive to this model in the ES lineup. From the neck’s comfortable rounded “C” profile to the lightweight aluminum hardware and vintage deluxe tuners, every detail has been dialed in for balance and character.
Calibrated T-Type pickups and hand-wired controls
Gibson’s Calibrated T-Type humbuckers bring classic voice with modern clarity. The bridge pickup adds crisp articulation and growl, while the neck delivers warmth without getting muddy. The hand-wired control assembly, complete with Orange Drop capacitors, makes tone shaping intuitive and expressive. It’s the kind of setup that rewards touch-sensitive players and dynamic pickers.
Vintage feel, modern stability
The nickel-plated ABR-1 Tune-o-Matic bridge and aluminum Stop Bar tailpiece are anchored with steel thumb-wheels and studs, making sure sustain and intonation stay locked in. Whether you're comping jazz chords or leaning into overdrive, the ES-345 holds up without hesitation.
A professional instrument built for the long haul
The ES-345 is built for serious players who demand a top-tier instrument with timeless looks and a modern edge. It ships in a form-fitting hard shell case with the Gibson accessory kit included.
Specifications
Body Shape: ES-345
Top: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Back: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Bracing: Quarter-Sawn Adirondack Spruce
Centerblock: Maple
Binding: 3-ply Cream
Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: Rounded “C”
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number of Frets: 22
Frets: Medium Jumbo
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 1.695"
End of Board Width: 2.26"
Inlays: Acrylic Split Parallelogram
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuning Machines: Vintage Deluxe with Keystone Buttons
Pickguard: Black 5-ply
Control Knobs: Black Top Hats with Silver Reflector
Switch Tip: Cream
Neck Pickup: Calibrated T-Type Rhythm
Bridge Pickup: Calibrated T-Type Lead
Controls: 2 Volumes, 1 Tone, Toggle Switch (hand-wired with Orange Drop capacitors)
Strings: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Case: Hard Shell Case
Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit
This electric guitar ships fully insured with signature required.
