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Gibson is thrilled to introduce the ES-345 semi-hollow electric guitar. Crafted with a maple centerblock and quarter-sawn Adirondack spruce bracing, players will be impressed by the ES-345's lightweight feel and expanded range of tonal capabilities. The ES-345 semi-hollowbody electric guitar is equipped with a variety of high-end appointments like Gibson's hand-wired control assembly with orange drop capacitors, new Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups, Vintage Deluxe-style tuners and lightweight aluminum ABR-1 bridge and stop bar tailpiece anchored with steel thumb-wheels and studs.

Thermally Engineered Maple Centerblock Provides Lightweight Versatility

At the heart of the ES-345's tone is its thermally engineered maple centerblock, which reduces weight while improving resonance and sustain. The centerblock, combined with the guitar's Adirondack spruce bracing, gives players a versatile range of tones from warm and woody to bright and crisp.

Split Parallelogram Fingerboard Inlays Add Exclusive Style

The ES-345 features Split Parallelogram fingerboard inlays exclusive to Gibson's ES series. The inlays, combined with the guitar's multi-ply body and fingerboard binding, give the ES-345 a stylish, upscale look that honors Gibson's storied history of craftsmanship.

High-End Appointments Deliver Premium Tone and Playability

From its handwired control assembly with orange drop capacitors to its Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups, Vintage Deluxe tuners and ABR-1 bridge, the ES-345 is equipped with premium parts that provide exceptional tone, tuning stability and playability.

Rounded '50s Neck and Familiar Controls Keep Things Comfortable

With its rounded '50s-style mahogany neck and familiar control scheme featuring four knobs and a toggle switch, the ES-345 has a comfortable, familiar feel for players accustomed to classic Gibson electric guitars.

Gibson ES-345 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Vintage Burst
Gibson ES-345 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Vintage Burst
Gibson ES-345 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Vintage Burst

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  • Gloss nitro-finished laminated maple/poplar/maple top, sides and back, bound top
  • 24.75"-scale mahogany neck, bound 22-fret rosewood fingerboard
  • Dual Gibson calibrated T-type humbuckers, handwired electronics
  • ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge, stopbar tailpiece, Vintage Deluxe Keystone tuners

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Body
  • Body Type: Double-cutaway semi-Hollow
  • Top wood: Bound multi-wood laminate
  • Body wood: Multi-wood laminate
  • Body finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck
  • Neck shape: Rounded C
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Joint: Set-in
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose lacquer
Fingerboard
  • Material: Bound Rosewood
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Split Parallelogram
  • Nut width/material: 1.69" (43 mm) Graph Tech
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Control layout: Individual volume, Individual tone
  • Pickup switch: 3-Way
  • Special electronics:
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Bridge design: Individual saddle
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Tuning machines: Vintage-style
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 String
  • Case: Hardshell Case
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Country of Origin: United States

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  • Superior tone and quality

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byDoc Rock

    fromCleveland Ohio

    The build and quality control are up to high standards here. A great Gibson ES-345, so versatile and tone mansion. I have been playing for 45 years and this is high quality. Highly recommend it, found myself playingng at the store, couldn't put down to drive home.

  • beautiful guitar well packed with original Gibson box

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byVincent

    fromSouth El Monte

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    well packed with original Gibson box inside. condition is new. im very happy with this purchase. sound of this guitar is unbelievable. fit any type of music. will be my top gear moving forward.

  • Great guitar

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byTim

    fromFlorida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Guitar is awesome to play and love the looks of it.

  • Yes

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byRich

    fromSpringfield, OH

    It was an open box level 2 but the guitar was perfect, can't put it down.

  • Just a beautiful guitar!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    byRobert S.

    fromDanville, CA

    I ordered my ES-345 online, and it arrived in perfect condition, with double-boxing around the hard case. The set-up from the factory (Nashville) was spot on. A beautiful instrument. Functionally the same as an ES-335, but the extra cosmetics of the multi-ply top binding and the split-parallelogram fret markers appealed to me. Doesn't have the "Varitone" switch and stereo wiring of the original ES-345, but you won't miss them….

  • Es-345

    5

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    submitted5 years ago

    byOld Red Dog

    fromMemphis Tn

    Love that Gibson did away with the baritone switch.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byJohn

    fromrohnert park , CA 94928

    what's the difference between the Gibson ES 335 and the 
ES 345 ?

    what's the difference between the Gibson ES 335 and the ES 345 ?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    They appear to be very similar, please give us a call to better help you out 877 687 5403
  • asked byJacob

    fromBrooklyn NY

    Is this available in a left handed model?

    Is this available in a left handed model?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no
  • asked byJuan

    fromFlorida

    Do these Gibson ES guitars come with a certificate of authenticity from Gibson?

    Do these Gibson ES guitars come with a certificate of authenticity from Gibson?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This model would come with a certificate of authenticity included.
  • asked byJuan

    fromFlorida

    Does the Gibson ES line of guitars come with their certificate of authenticity from Gibson?

    Does the Gibson ES line of guitars come with their certificate of authenticity from Gibson?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    It will include all case candy that Gibson provides
  • asked byJake

    fromNew York.

    Does it come with a case, and tremelo bar?

    Does it come with a case, and tremelo bar?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar comes with a case but does not use a tremolo bar.