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Epiphone Inspired by Gibson ES-335 - Vintage Sunburst
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Sale Price: $799.00 CDN
Original Price: $869.00 CDN
or from $84 CDN/mo
Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer's specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
5 models to choose from:
The ES-335 is Epiphone's version of the historic ES-335 that has been wowing guitar players all over the world for over six decades. From its inaugural appearance in 1958, the Gibson™ ES-335 set an unmatched standard. This Epiphone ES-335 is no exception. It is simply one of the best deals today for guitar players who want the classic sound of an ES-335 at an accessible price. The ES-335 is crafted with a layered maple top, back, and sides coupled with a solid maple tone block to create the amazing sustain, warmth, and resonant tone that players crave in a semi-hollow instrument. Epiphone's Alnico Classic PRO™ Humbuckers deliver a wide range of vintage sounds while the rounded C neck profile is extremely comfortable and easy to play, and the headstock features the 60s style Kalamazoo shape.
Details
• Body: Layered Maple Back & Sides, Layered Maple Top
• Binding: Single ply cream - top, back and fretboard
• Neck: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Rounded C
• Nut width: 1.693" / 43mm
• Fingerboard: Indian Laurel
• Scale length: 24.724" / 628mm
• Number of frets: 22
• Nut: Graph Tech® NuBone®
• Inlay: Dot
• Bridge: LockTone™ Tune-O-Matic™
• Tailpiece: LockTone™ Stop Bar
• Knobs: Black Top Hat knobs with metal inserts
• Tuners: Epiphone Deluxe
• Plating: Nickel
• Neck pickup: Alnico Classic PRO™
• Bridge pickup: Alnico Classic PRO™
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS® potentiometers
Details
• Body: Layered Maple Back & Sides, Layered Maple Top
• Binding: Single ply cream - top, back and fretboard
• Neck: Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Rounded C
• Nut width: 1.693" / 43mm
• Fingerboard: Indian Laurel
• Scale length: 24.724" / 628mm
• Number of frets: 22
• Nut: Graph Tech® NuBone®
• Inlay: Dot
• Bridge: LockTone™ Tune-O-Matic™
• Tailpiece: LockTone™ Stop Bar
• Knobs: Black Top Hat knobs with metal inserts
• Tuners: Epiphone Deluxe
• Plating: Nickel
• Neck pickup: Alnico Classic PRO™
• Bridge pickup: Alnico Classic PRO™
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, CTS® potentiometers
Specifications
| Active EQ: | No |
| Back & Sides: | Layered Maple |
| Body Colour: | Vintage Sunburst |
| Body Finish: | Gloss |
| Body Material: | Layered Maple |
| Body Shape: | ES |
| Body Type: | Semi-Hollowbody |
| Bridge Design: | LockTone Tune-O-Matic |
| Bridge Type: | Fixed |
| Case/Gigbag: | Purchased Separately |
| Controls: | 2 Volumes + 2 Tones |
| Country of Origin: | China |
| Electronics: | CTS Pots |
| Features: | Maple Centerblock, Black Top Hats w/ Metal Inserts |
| Fingerboard: | Laurel |
| Fingerboard Inlay: | Dots |
| Fret Profile: | Medium Jumbo |
| Fretboard Radius: | 12" / 304.8 mm |
| Hardware Finish: | Nickel |
| Instrument Size: | Full |
| Neck Body Join: | Glued-In Set Neck |
| Neck Body Join-Fret: | 19th |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Shape: | Rounded "C" |
| Number of Frets: | 22 |
| Number of Pickups: | 2 |
| Number of Strings: | 6 |
| Nut Material: | Graph Tech NuBone |
| Nut Width: | 1.692" / 43.00 mm |
| Orientation: | Right |
| Pickup Brand: | Epiphone Alnico Classic PRO |
| Pickup Configuration: | HH |
| Pickup Type: | Humbucker(s) |
| Scale Length: | 24.724 " / 628 mm |
| String Gauge: | .010 - .046 |
| String Type: | Steel |
| Switching: | 3-Position Toggle |
| Tailpiece: | LockTone Stop Bar |
| Tuning Machines: | Epiphone Deluxe |
Media
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Super Fly! 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Summerside, Prince Edward Island
I had an Epiphone ES335 years ago, and sold it in a rush decision trade for a JCM 900 head that I had always wanted. It was an instant regret that I held for many years. Fast forward to last year, a used Inspired By Gibson Epiphone ES335 came into my local Summerside L&M shop that was only about 6 months old and had had Seth Lover Seymour Duncan pickups professionally installed when the guitar was bought new. It came with the original pickups as well when I bought it for a great price. It plays and sounds so good. Best quality guitar for the money. All the Inspired by Gibson guitars are top shelf.
Posted by Chris on Jun 13, 2024
Absolutely fantastic 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary East, Alberta
I'm a chronic affordable guitar flipper and this has become my favourite electric I've owned. I keep seeing deals, but I just can't bear to part with this one. Tom did some fretwork and setup magic on it and it plays so well, better than others I've played in-store since! I've since oiled the fretboard again, raised the action a touch and lowered the pickups a bit and it's so good! I also added pointer plates and Gold top hat knobs for that 60s ES-335 vibe.
Posted by Calen Henry on Jun 11, 2024
Own this guitar 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Red Deer, Alberta
Bought this 335. Had one ten years ago but went to strictly acoustic so sold it, regrettably. Out of the box, the new guitar had a dry fretboard so frets felt very sharp. Needed a set up and took it back to L&M and had John do the set up. Joe did the fretwork, set intonation, adjusted neck, and tightened everything on this guitar. Picked it up today and have to say it’s MAGIC!!! Plays so well that I can’t put it down. I’ve been a musician for over 50 years and this still holds so much pleasure in playing a new instrument. Thanks to John for his technical expertise and Ryley for his outstanding customer service!!!
Posted by George Keetch on Jun 10, 2024
Inspired By Gibson ES-335 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Fredericton, New Brunswick
What an absolute great and comfortable guitar to play. Setup out of box was great. Some fret polishing with new strings=amazing, get one you won’t regret it.Staff is always helpful and lots of knowledge. Thanks Jesse!
Posted by Dave on Mar 16, 2024
As cool as one can get 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
It's solid, it's gorgeous, it sounds so good.
I was going to get a casino but they didn't feel too great. Lots of semi-hollows that sound great, this I found at a great deal though and couldn't say no.
Everything I've ever wanted in a guitar!
Posted by Tyler on Feb 20, 2024
EPIPHONE ES-335 ICED TEA LIMITED EDITION 0 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Québec, Quebec
A great guitar, had to adjust it to my taste
but it's Ok, not a problem anyway.
I love the sustain and the sound.
Was thinking about upgrading the pickups but it sound good as it is.
Just adjust the height of the pickups
and enjoy it
Posted by Roger Gingras on Dec 7, 2023
Epi vs Gibson? 7 of 7 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Burlington, Ontario
I bought an Epi , inspired by Gibson ES 335, Raspberry Tea Burst and honestly, it was horrible fresh out of the box. The fretboard was dry as a popcorn fart, the frets were tarnished, there was no neck relief causing it to buzz and choke out all over and the intonation was way out in left field. I really thought I had made a big mistake but I took it to L&M for a proper set up and viola, it was a completely different story. This guitar is a joy to play and quite stunning to look at. The Alnico pro pups sound great especially when playing slightly overdriven.
I also have a Gibson 335 and have to be honest, it’s far superior to the Epi but it also has a cost five times greater.
Conclusion?
The Epiphone ES 335 is “inspired by Gibson” as I am “inspired by Larry Carlton.”
Alright but I’ll never be “Mr. 335.”
Posted by Kelly on Dec 1, 2023
skeptical at first 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Henderson), Manitoba
After owning both Gibson & Epiphone ES335 guitars in the past & not being 100% satisfied, I had my doubts about this new inspired by Gibson model. In the store it sounded not bad thru a Fender deluxe reverb amp, but not great either. I took a chance and at home in my studio the Roland Jazz Chorus 40 worked its magic & I heard an absolutely splendid guitar in all the pickup settings. Full marks. It was not perfect right out of the box; I had to adjust the intonation, lower action & neck relief. Having done that I marvel at the tone and build quality for the price. I do not miss my Gibson & this guitar is much improved over the earlier more Epiphone styled ES335's.
Highly recommended if you dig the 335 sound.
Posted by drew kingson on Aug 26, 2023
Awesome Guitar 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Gravenhurst, Ontario
Another great guitar from Epiphone. Love the looks and feel but most of all the sound through a Fender " Hot Rod " amp is amazing.
Posted by John Rain on Apr 10, 2023
Amazing guitar 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Saint John, New Brunswick
Wow, this guitar is amazing right off the shelf. Without changing a thing I would still love it.
I've always wanted to mod a guitar so for fun I put in a burstbucker neck pickup and a p94 at the bridge and it sounds incredible. I've heard that you can't put good pickups in a bad guitar and get a good result. But when you put good pickups in a great guitar, it can bring it to the next level!
I've even had a "Gibson only" friend who usually won't touch an epiphone admit that the guitar is great and played it a bunch whenever he gets the chance.
I'm sure that a Gibson es-335 could be fantastic depending on the QC. But for 99% of guitar players, I assure you this is a good buy. It is my main guitar moving forward.
I've always wanted to mod a guitar so for fun I put in a burstbucker neck pickup and a p94 at the bridge and it sounds incredible. I've heard that you can't put good pickups in a bad guitar and get a good result. But when you put good pickups in a great guitar, it can bring it to the next level!
I've even had a "Gibson only" friend who usually won't touch an epiphone admit that the guitar is great and played it a bunch whenever he gets the chance.
I'm sure that a Gibson es-335 could be fantastic depending on the QC. But for 99% of guitar players, I assure you this is a good buy. It is my main guitar moving forward.
Posted by James on Feb 17, 2023
I own it 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Langley, British Columbia
Wonderfully guitar right out of the box.
Posted by Dan on Nov 15, 2022
Gibson Inspitred Series 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Ottawa, Ontario
Right out of the box it was good to go...as previously stated by another happy owner,
Excellent build quality.
Excellent build quality.
Posted by Gary M.B. on Nov 6, 2022
Nice... for a great price. 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store White Rock, British Columbia
Right out of the box this instrument was very playable. Weight is nice. Have nothing bad to say, I'm very happy with my purchase.
Posted by D. M. on Oct 15, 2022
I own a cherry 335 for over a year 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store London South, Ontario
I've owned my es335 by epiphone for over a year. Very happy with it!!
I plug into a Fender Mustang 1 Amp and the tones are great. I use headphones as I live in an apt. The sustain from both hi gain and clear tones is really good. I wish I had a Sun burst but the cherry finish is top drawer. Binding was done very well. Thanks to Rick at Long and McQuade London South the set up is also top drawer. A real good feel on your left hand on the neck.
I will be a fan of Epiphone as good quality guitars for a fair price.
I plug into a Fender Mustang 1 Amp and the tones are great. I use headphones as I live in an apt. The sustain from both hi gain and clear tones is really good. I wish I had a Sun burst but the cherry finish is top drawer. Binding was done very well. Thanks to Rick at Long and McQuade London South the set up is also top drawer. A real good feel on your left hand on the neck.
I will be a fan of Epiphone as good quality guitars for a fair price.
Posted by David Mercer on Feb 17, 2022
Just got one and I adore it! 4 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Halifax, Nova Scotia
Recently bought a Epiphone ES335 in Cherry and I am very happy. This is not a dig at L&M but I wish Epiphone would have added Natural as a color besides the Cherry and SunBurst in the Inspired by Gibson range. That said, I wanted a 335 for awhile and I am very happy..Thank you Long & McQuade, especially Healz! anyway, buy one, you will love it!
Posted by Todd Roy on Feb 12, 2022
My dream guitar! 13 of 13 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Brantford, Ontario
After 40 years of playing I finally decided to take the plunge on my dream guitar...but the Epi version! I played the $3800 Gibson big brother side by side, and while the Gibson obviously felt a little smoother and the pickups were a little more articulate, overall the differences were negligible! I may upgrade the pickups down the road but I'm in no rush. The Epi alnico pros are a step up! i've now purchased 3 Epiphone's in the last 5 months...(the other 2 are the '59 standard and TV yellow Special) and the build quality is just stellar. Buy one...you won't regret it!
Posted by John on Mar 18, 2021
Great Guitar at any price. 15 of 15 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Owen Sound, Ontario
I, like a lot of players, have wanted a Gibson ES 335 for a long time. I have Tele and Strats now.
I tried a lot of 335s, new/used, and was never overwhelmed for a host of reasons. I think you know quickly if a guitar is going to be a good choice. Of course the price was a big factor.
When I saw the news about the inspired by series I was sceptical. I had looked at the Epiphone options before. It seemed like a cosmetic change for more money.
I then picked up a Cherry Red Inspired by Gibson at my local store and bought it. The overall quality is very good, it plays well and it sounds great. It’s also a great fit as I don’t have huge hands with a very comfortable neck.
I gave it a five star review based on value for money and out of the box quality. I am really happy I elected to add an ES without spending the big money. The added bonus is you can beat it up and gig with it without worrying about it. I realize it is but it doesn’t feel like a compromise, it feels more like a good decision.
Posted by Tony on Mar 14, 2021
Epiphone ES-335 IG 11 of 11 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Edmonton North, Alberta
Great guitar, sounds good, great build quality, very comfortable, looks amazing. It’s like a $2,000 guitar for only $800. Definitely recommend to anyone who likes the semi hollow line up
Posted by TF on Feb 2, 2021
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Because of this, Long & McQuade provides our customers with a FREE one-year Performance Warranty on most of our products. The Long & McQuade Performance Warranty supplements the manufacturer’s warranty to ensure that our customers receive complete “no hassle” warranty coverage within their first year.
How does the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty differ from most manufacturers' warranties?
- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
- Product Replacement: If your product cannot be fixed or costs too much to fix, we will replace it with the equivalent model for no additional charge. If this is not possible, a full refund will be provided.
- No Lemon Policy: Your product will be replaced should the same problem occur multiple times.
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- Guitar Setup: Guitars purchased at Long & McQuade come with 1 free setup, to be redeemed within 1 year for new guitars and 90 days for used guitars.
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Purchasing additional years of coverage
Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: Starting at 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. Starting at 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
- BAND and ORCHESTRAL instruments: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Inspired by Gibson ES-335 - Vintage Sunburst | 740327 |
