Members Takeaway Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 I recently acquired this ES 339 in a trade. I've had it about a month now so I thought I'd post some opinions about her. Firstly, I've always wanted a nice semi (used to own a USA First Act Delia) but just couldn't get along with the bulky size. For that reason, I never really looked too closely at ES 335s, and thus can't make any tonal comparisions. I figured the 339 would be just right, but they dont come along too often in England. IMO this guitar is a real sweetheart. I'm a big fan of the 57's and they sound great here; nice low output, very smooth and balanced. The 'Memphis' circuitry is taking a bit of getting used to - the majority of the tone change comes in the first 1/3rd of the pot travel, then falls away. I quite like it so far, but it is forcing me to make more precise adjustments with the controls. As for QC; well - its pretty good. The only complaint are some visible file marks on the fingerboard which i'll get rid of myself when I get the motivation and time. Its very sturdy other than that, and a good weight - around the 7.5 - 8lb mark at a guess, and vert well balanced. Anyway, it may be a keeper and seems to have its own sound, distinct from my Les Pauls which is a real plus. (Crappy) pics: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members homestar_kevin Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 So hot! Congrats. I've loved ever 339 I've played and it's definitely a guitar I'd buy in a second if I had the money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members cbc83 Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Firstly, I've always wanted a nice semi Damn, I'm nursing one just from the pics... ...what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Ratae Corieltauvorum Posted January 26, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 26, 2010 Hmmm, now that is something to cherish man, lovely lovely guitar:love: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Les Paul Lover Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 They're nice those ones... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members benzem Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 That's a sweet guitar! Congrats!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Brian Krashpad Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Yum. Congrats! (o)(o) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Takeaway Posted January 26, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Thanks very much for the positive comments guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Elias Graves Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Drool. Happy New Gibson Day! She's a beauty. EG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dougie.Douglas Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Thats gorgeous! You know you live not far from me.... HNGD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Oldskool Texas Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 When I bought mine, I chose the vintage sunburst, but I regretted not getting a red one. Beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members nuke_diver Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Very nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members scottgd Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 I have the same guitar and agree with your assessment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Takeaway Posted January 26, 2010 Author Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Thats gorgeous! You know you live not far from me.... HNGD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Dougie - you're welcome to give her a strum () if you like mate!Oh, and a little aside; I got this from a guy that used to play lead guitar for an old 70's UK punk band 'Chelsea'. Some of the English guys may have heard of them (MHUK?). It was cool having a little jam with a guy that appeared on the Old Grey Whistle Test, and played with Joe Strummer and Iggy Pop - he had some neat stories. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members blazingblake Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Thats a real nice looker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Carbohydrates Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Damn, I'm nursing one just from the pics......what? It's a sturdy one at that, around the 7.5 - 8 mark ...Hmm? HNGD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sxyryan Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Dougie - you're welcome to give her a strum ( ) if you like mate! Oh, and a little aside; I got this from a guy that used to play lead guitar for an old 70's UK punk band 'Chelsea'. Some of the English guys may have heard of them (MHUK?). It was cool having a little jam with a guy that appeared on the Old Grey Whistle Test, and played with Joe Strummer and Iggy Pop - he had some neat stories. That makes this NGD even better.I'd love to try one of those, I've never played one in person, but I imagine I'd bond well with one. HNGD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dougie.Douglas Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Dougie - you're welcome to give her a strum ( ) if you like mate! Oh, and a little aside; I got this from a guy that used to play lead guitar for an old 70's UK punk band 'Chelsea'. Some of the English guys may have heard of them (MHUK?). It was cool having a little jam with a guy that appeared on the Old Grey Whistle Test, and played with Joe Strummer and Iggy Pop - he had some neat stories. Thanks! If you live were I think you do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mnewb1 Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 very nice acquisition HNGD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DriveBy Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 pretty sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JoeFender Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 Love it! Beautiful. HNGD (almost) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members pedalboard Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 that's real nice right there! edit: post number 1666 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jbiggs1 Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 those are my fav Gibson's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Stinkfoot Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 I had one of these in the orange caramel burst. I had to sell her for financial reasons. Boy do I miss that guitar. I regret it now because I got 10% off at the time and the price has gone up since then. The tone was outstanding and it was indeed a great size for a semi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members PunkKitty Posted January 26, 2010 Members Share Posted January 26, 2010 That's really a beautiful guitar. I'm sure it sounds great too. HNGD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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