Gibson USA ES4500VBNH1 ES-345 Semi-Hollowbody Electric Guitar - Vintage Burst

Handwired Thinline with Exclusive 345 Appointments

Gibson's latest ES-345 semi-hollow looks and plays like a 335 enhanced. Intact are the original '64 Split Parallelogram fingerboard inlays and rich multi-ply cream body binding. But gone are the 6-way Varitone circuit (loved by some, reviled by others) and stereo outputs. In their stead, you'll find a standard two-volume/two-tone control complement and speedy 3-way toggle. Where things get really interesting are the handwired Calibrated T-Type pickups with Orange Drop caps. This gives the 345 a mature and expressive tone that rivals some of the finest Thinlines ever built. The Gibson ES-345 also features a '50s-style Rounded "C" mahogany neck — a decidedly chunkier profile than the '60s SlimTaper — joined to a 3-ply maple-poplar archtop body with bold Adirondack spruce bracing for great tone and attack. Paired with Gibson's acclaimed ABR-1 TOM bridge and aluminum stopbar for enhanced performance and stylized by a set of Vintage Keystone tuners and Black Top Hat knobs with Silver Reflectors, the ES-345 is one playing experience you're not likely to soon forget.  Sadek Music, builds on the legendary ES-335 design while enhancing it with modern features for the discerning player. This semi-hollowbody electric guitar carries forward the classic look and tonal qualities of its predecessors but incorporates updated electronics, a more refined neck profile, and cutting-edge craftsmanship.

Historic appointments

As with the classic 345, Gibson's latest sports deluxe acrylic Split Parallelogram fingerboard inlays and stunning 3-ply cream body binding. These appointments and more provide a feast for the eyes in today's Gibson ES-345. The Gibson ES-345 is more than just a guitar — it's a piece of musical history with all the modern features a player could want. Whether you’re performing live, recording in the studio, or simply enjoying your music at home, the ES-345 offers an unforgettable playing experience. You can find this legendary instrument now at Sadek Music, offering the perfect balance of tradition and innovation for discerning musicians.

Classic Rounded "C" neck profile

Wrap your hand around the ES-345's Rounded C mahogany neck, and you'll know you're in for something special. Full enough to remain comfortable all the way up and down the fingerboard, yet fast enough for fleet-fingered technical players, the ES-345's neck is a recipe for satisfying tone and performance. Take it from here guitarists: if you're a fan of that 1950s neckfeel, the Gibson ES-345 is one guitar you're not going to want to miss.

Gibson ES-345 Semi-hollowbody Electric Guitar Features:

• Looks and plays like a 335 enhanced
• Rich Split Parallelogram fingerboard inlays
• Deluxe 3-ply cream body binding
• Familiar 4-knob + toggle control scheme
• Calibrated T-Type humbuckers, handwired with Orange Drop capacitors, deliver expressive tone
• Classic 3-ply maple/poplar body forms a strong tonal foundation
• Adirondack spruce body bracing enhances stability and projection
• '50s-style Rounded "C" mahogany neck comfortably fills the hand
• TOM bridge and aluminum stoptail maximize intonation
• Sports Vintage Keystone tuners and Black Top Hat knobs with Silver Reflectors

Tech Specs

• Number of Strings:6
• Left-/Right-handed:Right-handed
• Body Type:Semi-hollowbody
• Body Shape:ES-345
• Body Material:Maple/Poplar
• Body Finish:Gloss
• Color:Vintage Burst
• Neck Material:Mahogany
• Neck Shape:Rounded C
• Radius:12"
• Fingerboard Material:Rosewood
• Fingerboard Inlay:Pearloid Split Parallelogram
• Number of Frets:22, Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length:24.75"
• Nut Width:1.695"
• Nut Material:GraphTech NuBone
• Bridge/Tailpiece:ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic Bridge with Stopbar Tailpiece
• Tuners:Vintage Deluxe
• Neck Pickup:Calibrated T-type Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup:Calibrated T-type Humbucker
• Controls:2 x volume, 2 x tone, 3-way toggle pickup switch
• Strings:Gibson, .010-.046
• Case Included:Hardshell Case