Pre-Owned Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 with Hard Shell Case

 

The Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 – A Tribute to a Legendary Guitar and Its Legacy

Vintage-inspired semi-hollow design with iconic Bonamassa story

This pre-owned Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 captures the soul of a truly personal instrument—one that played a pivotal role in Joe Bonamassa’s rise to fame. Originally acquired by Joe in 1996 and featured on his debut solo album A New Day Yesterday, the original 1962 Gibson ES-335 was a trusted companion before being reluctantly sold in 2001. Two decades later, it found its way back into his hands, inspiring this heartfelt tribute model. From its classic body style to the fine appointments, this guitar isn’t just a nod to vintage tone—it’s a piece of history reborn.

Premium construction with classic 335 tone

Crafted with a 5-ply layered maple body and spruce contour bracing, this ES-335 delivers the warm, open tone that defines the semi-hollow experience. A solid maple centerblock enhances sustain and reduces feedback, making it perfect for both stage and studio use. Cream binding around the top, back, and fretboard adds a touch of vintage class, while the gloss finish completes the timeless look.

Comfortable neck profile and smooth playability

The one-piece mahogany neck features a glued-in set construction and a Rounded C profile that’s instantly familiar and incredibly playable. The 12-inch radius Indian laurel fretboard houses 22 medium jumbo frets with small block inlays for classic Gibson feel and aesthetic. A Graph Tech nut ensures tuning stability and smooth action across the neck, making bends and chords effortless.

Gibson BurstBucker pickups with premium electronics

This model comes equipped with a Gibson BurstBucker 2 in the neck and a BurstBucker 3 in the bridge, capturing the vintage voice of Joe’s original guitar. The pickups are wired to high-quality CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors for authentic tone shaping, while the Switchcraft 3-way toggle and output jack ensure reliable performance. The Maestro Vibrola tailpiece adds expressive potential and old-school flair to match the guitar’s vintage vibe.

Collector-worthy details and included accessories

Every detail on this guitar reflects the care and legacy behind its design, from the black top hat knobs with chrome inserts to the Epiphone Deluxe tuners with double ring buttons. This pre-owned model also includes the original custom hardshell case with Joe Bonamassa and Epiphone graphics, as well as a certificate of authenticity, making it a must-have for collectors and fans alike.

Specifications

• Body Style: ES

• Body Shape: ES-335

• Body Material: 5-ply Layered Maple

• Top: 5-ply Layered Maple

• Back: 5-ply Layered Maple

• Side: 5-ply Layered Maple

• Bracing: Spruce Contour Brace

• Centerblock: Maple

• Binding: Single Ply Cream (Top, Back, and Fretboard)

• Body Finish: Gloss

• Neck Profile: Rounded "C"

• Scale Length: 24.75 in

• Fingerboard Material: Laurel

• Fingerboard Radius: 12 in

• Neck Material: One Piece Mahogany

• Fret Count: 22

• Frets: Medium Jumbo

• Nut Material: Graph Tech

• Nut Width: 1.692 in

• Inlays: Small Block

• Neck Joint: Glued-In

• Bridge: Epiphone LockTone Tune-O-Matic

• Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola

• Tuning Machines: Epiphone Deluxe with Double Ring Buttons

• Pickguard: 5-ply Black

• Truss Rod: Dual Action

• Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Bell

• Control Knobs: Black Top Hat with Chrome Insert

• Switch Tip: White

• Strap Buttons: 2 (Bottom and Back of Heel)

• Mounting Rings: Black

• Pickup Covers: Nickel

• Neck Pickup: Gibson BurstBucker 2

• Bridge Pickup: Gibson BurstBucker 3

• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (CTS Potentiometers, Mallory Capacitors)

• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft Toggle

• Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft

   

This guitar is in excellent condition and has undergone a full in-store professional inspection and setup. The neck is nice and straight, fits comfortably in the hand and exhibits only minor fretwear. Cosmetically, there is surface play wear and scratches on the body and headstock as can be seen in photos. Hard Shell Case is included. 

 

This electric guitar ships fully insured with signature required.