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“I want to play with my own hands that sweet, lustrous ‘Woman Tone’ that Eric Clapton delivered during his Cream days and at their farewell concert, along with that overwhelming body resonance that fills the room.” Aren’t you searching for that authentic tone and romance that shines so brightly in rock history?
Larry Carlton, Lee Ritenour, and Eric Clapton. The ES-335 continues to captivate these renowned legends and reigns as the undisputed king of semi-acoustic guitars. The year 1965, in particular, marked an iconic transitional period, with the headstock angle changed to 14 degrees and the introduction of a narrow neck and block position markers.
And for any Clapton fan, there’s one specification that truly sets the heart racing: a cherry-colored 335 modified from a trapeze tailpiece to a stop tailpiece. This configuration—which makes people say, “This is the Clapton guitar”—delivers tight string tension and exquisite sustain, making it the eternal dream of every guitarist. A top-tier instrument that has matured into the ultimate sound over the course of more than 60 years since its manufacture. This 1965 Gibson ES-335TD Stop Tailpiece Mod / Cherry is equipped with two original, stacked-numbered PAFs, whose market value has skyrocketed in recent years. It perfectly combines historical value with overwhelming on-stage sound performance, embodying the pinnacle of craftsmanship.
At its heart are two original stacked, numbered PAFs—a component whose value has been soaring even further in the vintage market in recent years. They deliver a sound with a thick, full-bodied core yet high resolution, combining the power to never lose definition even when the amp is driven into distortion with the seductive harmonic richness heard when the volume is turned down.
Just like Eric Clapton’s beloved instrument, it features the legendary modification—a switch from a trapeze tailpiece to a stop tailpiece. This allows string vibrations to be transmitted directly to the center block, dramatically improving sustain and attack response.
It features the 14-degree headstock angle and narrow neck characteristic of 1965 models, along with block position marks that lend a refined appearance. The unique grip that feels as if it’s suctioned to the palm, combined with a comfortable string tension, ensures smooth fingering.
A sound that fuses the warmth of an acoustic with the ruggedness of a solid-body guitar. After more than 60 years, the body wood has dried to a crisp. When you strum chords, the sound gently envelops the space without getting lost—just like a high-quality acoustic guitar—and during lead playing, it unleashes a thick, sharp distortion sound that rivals that of a solid-body guitar.
Equipped with a Stacked PAF, built in 1965 as a transitional model, and featuring a stop-tail cherry finish identical to Clapton’s—this instrument combines vintage collectible value with the immediate playability to bring out the player’s expressiveness to the absolute limit. It is the ultimate instrument, truly worthy of the genuine guitarist who wishes to bring the history of music to life with their own hands and own the best 335 of a lifetime.
A miraculous vintage tone, etched into the history of rock, that has been reawakened after 60 years. Experience the authentic sound that turns your dreams into reality.
[SPEC ] BODY: Laminated Maple NECK: One-Piece Mahogany FINGERBOARD: Rosewood P.U.: Stickered, Numbered PAF × 2 WEIGHT: 3.69 kg NUT WIDTH: 40.2 mm w/ Hard Case 24 3/4" Medium Scale Neck *Modified to a stop tailpiece *Nut and frets replaced *Neck joint repaired
[Repair/Modification History / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.] *Please note that as this is a used/vintage item, the information provided is based on our inspection at the store. We appreciate your understanding.
*Thoroughly adjusted in-store and comes with a 5-year adjustment warranty for your peace of mind. *Please feel free to contact our staff for more details about this item. *We offer high buyback prices for items purchased from our store. Contact: Matsui
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