Eleven core models, four historic ones, one B.B. King signature model and one LP bass comprise the sixteen-model lineup.
It`s that time of the year again, the time when all new guitars put on their best looks, head out into town and have big ball. Yes, it is this year`s winter NAMM time. All of the big and small guitar manufacturers, amp and gear manufacturers, basically everybody who`s somebody in the business. One of the most prominent places is reserved for the great Gibson Guitars and their numerous brands and sub-brands. Next to the USA and Custom ranges, Gibson is introducing the all-new 2016 Memphis lineup with sixteen new models. Prices range from $1,999 for basic core models to $6,999 for the exclusive B.B. King signature model. In order of appearance, members of the new Memphis range are: ES-335 Studio, ES-339 Studio, ES-339 Satin, ES-Les Paul Studio, ES-335 Satin, ES-339, ES-Les Paul, ES-335, ES-Les Paul Bass, ES-335 Figured, 1963 ES-335TD, 1958 ES-335 VOS, ES-175 Figured, 1959 ES-175TD, 1959 ES-335TD and B.B. King Lucille.
2016 ES-335 Studio brings all the tone and playability of the cult 335, but at a much lower price ($1,999). Majestic `57 Classic humbuckers, Grover tuners and 22-fret rosewood fingerboard are featured on this no-frills semi. Perfect solution for fans of the legendary semi who cannot afford the expensive 335. For further info and full specs list, check 335 Studio detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-339 Studio is the most affordable 339 in 2016 lineup and one of three Studio models. It features a semi-hollow maple/poplar body, maple neck and rosewood fingerboard. Add `57 Classic pickups, Grover tuners and Gibson`s stellar build quality and you`ve got yourself a perfect starter 339. For further info and full specs list, check 339 Studio detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-339 Satin comes in at $2,649 which is $350 cheaper than the 335 Satin, while delivering the same specs list and performance value. This compact semi brings maple/poplar body with Burstbucker 1 and2 pickups on top, mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard on top and a standard set of electronics and hardware. For further info and full specs list, check 339 Satin detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-Les Paul Studio is the most expensive Gibson Studio model in existence. Price tag of $2,799 brings a hybrid ES/LP body made of maple and poplar, 22-fret rosewood fingerboard with classic LP features, `57 Classic pickups and vintage tuners. For further info and full specs list, check ES-Les Paul Studio detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-335 Satin has all the same features as $350 cheaper 339 Satin, only packed into a 335. Maple/poplar body, mahogany neck with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard on top, Burstbucker 1 & 2 pickups and top-shelf hardware & wiring are featured on this great 335, as well. For further info and full specs list, check 335 Satin detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-339 is probably the definitive 339 incarnation. It`s got all a 339 needs, a compact semi-hollow body with figured top, two Burstbucker pickups on it, a mahogany neck with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard on top, and a set of Grover tuners. It costs $3,149. For further info and full specs list, check ES-339 detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-Les Paul costs $3,349 and offers the standard ES construction, packed into a Les Paul skin. Maple/poplar body with solid maple center block, mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard, vintage hardware and MHS humbuckers are featured on this marvel. For further info and full specs list, check ES-Les Paul detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-335 delivers all the goods a 335 players want and need – a semi-hollow body made of maple and poplar, one-piece mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard on top, Burstbucker pickups with classic controls and top-shelf hardware. All this goodness costs $3,449. For further info and full specs list, check ES-335 detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-335 Figured is virtually the same as the regular 335, but with a figured maple top (AAA class maple). Other than that, there are no differences between these two six-string gems. The price tag on this one, though, reads $,3,849. For further info and full specs list, check 335 Figured detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 1963 ES-335TD is the first of three historic 335 models featured this year. Also, it is the most affordable one, coming in at $4,449. Classic 1963 features, such as period correct “block” neck, color options and body contour with “Mickey Mouse Ears” cutaway are all there. For further info and full specs list, check 1963 ES-335TD detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 1958 ES-335 VOS is a replica of the original 1958 ES-335, all with the legendary “dot” neck. Other premium features on this spotless replica include: maple/poplar body, one-piece mahogany neck, slightly unbalanced MHS humbuckers and Kluson tuners. Price tag is set at dizzying $4,449. For further info and full specs list, check 1958 ES-335 VOS detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-175 Figured one of only two 175 models this year. It costs $4,849 and brings the classic 175 feel and tone in all its glory. This magnificent jazz box is semi-hollowed, has two `57 Classic humbuckers, 20-fret fingerboard and vintage-styled hardware. For further info and full specs list, check ES-175 Figured detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 1959 ES-175TD is the second 175. This one features a fully hollow body made of maple/poplar combination. Other major features include MHS humbucking pickups, vintage bridge & tuners, mahogany neck and a rosewood fingerboard. The MSRP is set at $5,749. For further info and full specs list, check 1959 ES-175TD detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 1959 ES-335TD is the most expensive 335 in this year`s lineup. it is a tribute and replica of the iconic 1959 335, together with the bound “dot” neck. Maple & poplar body, mahogany neck with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard on top and MHS humbuckers are among the most prominent features. The price is set at $6,499. For further info and full specs list, check 1959 ES-335TD detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 B.B. King Lucille is the most expensive six-string guitar in Gibson Memphis 2016 range, with a price tag of $6,999. Semi-hollow 355 body clad in black, comfortable maple neck, Varitone switch and 490R/T pickups are featured on this six-string blues gem. For further info and full specs list, check B.B. King Lucille detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
2016 ES-Les Paul Bass concludes the list as the only four-string in the lineup. It costs modest (compared to the rest of the catalog) $3,499. This short-scaled groove machine features maple/poplar body, 20-fret rosewood fingerboard, mahogany neck and bass version of the classic HMS humbuckers. For further info and full specs list, check ES-Les Paul Bass detail page on our site or the official Gibson Guitars web page.
