The Gibson ES-355 Bigsby is the top of the Gibson Memphis lineup of semi-hollow electric guitars and features an elegant Classic White finish with '57 Classic Humbuckers and a gold plated Bigsby B-7 Vibrato. Built in classic ES construction, the instrument delivers wide sounds with the coveted PAF crunch, not least thanks to the individually tuned Memphis Tone Circuit.
Bigsby B-7 Vibrato in VOS Gold Finish.
Bigsby B-7 Vibrato
The most striking feature of this ES-355 is the Bigsby B-7 vibrato system specially designed for electrically amplified archtop guitars. Shimmering vintage vibrato sounds and organic sounding leads are easily possible. In combination with the classic No-Wire ABR-1 bridge, this ES combines the playing technique versatility of the Bigsby with the accurate and extensive adjustment possibilities of the traditional Tune-o-matic.
57 Classic Humbucker
Equipped with Alnico II magnets, the '57 Classic humbuckers in bar and neck position offer the classic PAF humbucker tone with enhanced treble and central warmth. For this purpose, the coils were hand selected according to bobbins, magnets and windings in order to offer an ideally matched humbucker.
The Gibson ES-355 Bigsby VOS Classic White in a Gibson Hardshell Case.
Case & COA
Of course, the Gibson ES-355 Bigsby comes with a Gibson Memphis Certificate of Authenticity with a registered serial number and signature from David Winters, General Manager of the Gibson Memphis Facility. In addition, the instrument comes with a Gibson shaped case in a noble Tan cover.
Overview of the Gibson ES-355 Bigsby VOS Classic White:
Gibson Memphis Semi-Hollow, #12786740
Tensioning rod without silicone hose
Gibson '57 Classic Humbucker with Memphis Tone Circuit
