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If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
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Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
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We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 ES-335 is a masterfully aged reissue of a golden era semi-hollow. With its 3-ply maple/poplar body, solid maple centreblock, and long tenon mahogany neck, it delivers that unmistakable vintage tone and feel. Every contour and detail has been captured with remarkable accuracy, right down to the aged nitrocellulose lacquer and dot inlays.
Finished with Murphy Lab Ultra Heavy Aging, it boasts the look and feel of a well-loved original. Unpotted Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups offer dynamic PAF-style tone, while period-correct hardware and electronics complete the authentic playing experience. This is a true collector-grade instrument built to be played and cherished.
Product Ref: 332594
The Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 ES-335 stands out with its Ultra Heavy Aged nitrocellulose lacquer finish, meticulously crafted by the skilled artisans at Gibson’s Murphy Lab. This process goes far beyond cosmetic distressing—it authentically replicates decades of heavy use, right down to the fine lacquer checking, arm wear, buckle rash, and dulled hardware. Every mark tells a story, giving the guitar a deeply resonant vintage vibe straight out of the case. Combined with aged nickel hardware and vintage-accurate plastics, this model evokes the look and feel of a true 1950s original, capturing the spirit of a road-worn instrument that’s been played and loved for generations.
This 1959 reissue delivers exceptional build quality that faithfully mirrors the original blueprints. The body is made from 3-ply maple/poplar/maple with a solid maple centreblock, which ensures the perfect balance of resonance and feedback resistance that defines the ES-335’s iconic tone. It also features a 1-ply Royalite binding that adds a refined vintage aesthetic. Internally, the neck is joined with a long tenon and secured using hide glue, both period-correct details that enhance tonal transfer and sustain. Every element—from the carve of the top to the neck joint construction—has been researched, scanned, and replicated to ensure a truly authentic experience for vintage guitar enthusiasts and collectors alike.
To deliver genuine late-‘50s tone, this ES-335 is equipped with a pair of unpotted Custombucker Alnico 3 pickups. These pickups are carefully wound to replicate the sonic characteristics of original PAFs, offering a beautifully dynamic response with warm lows, clear highs, and sweet harmonic complexity. Being unpotted, they capture more air and nuance—ideal for players looking for touch-sensitive clarity and open vintage tone. The electronics are equally period-correct, with CTS 500K audio taper potentiometers and paper-in-oil capacitors ensuring smooth, responsive control. From jazz cleans to snarling blues and classic rock crunch, the tonal palette is as versatile as it is authentic.
One of the most defining aspects of this reissue is its expertly recreated neck profile. Scanned directly from original 1959 examples, the Medium C profile feels instantly familiar and incredibly playable. Crafted from solid mahogany and topped with a 12" radius Indian rosewood fingerboard, the neck offers a comfortable and stable feel for a wide range of playing styles. The authentic 22 medium-jumbo frets give just the right amount of grip and slide, while the nylon nut and long tenon joint further enhance the feel and sustain. You can move effortlessly between chord work and expressive lead lines with vintage-style finesse.
Every component on the Gibson Custom Murphy Lab 1959 ES-335 has been thoughtfully selected to reflect its vintage inspiration. From the Kluson single line tuners and ABR-1 bridge to the lightweight aluminium stop bar tailpiece, each part has been historically matched and aged to perfection. The black wide-bevel pickguard, gold butyrate top hat knobs, and amber Catalin switch tip all echo the aesthetic of late-‘50s craftsmanship. Even the mounting rings, strap buttons, and pickup covers are vintage-correct in material and profile. To complete the experience, the guitar comes housed in an aged brown/pink Lifton reissue 5-latch case and includes a Certificate of Authenticity.
