Gibson ES-175 1959 VOS Reissue, 2016

I have always felt that when Gibson gets it right, they get it right. I mean, right! This fabulous blonde 2016 Gibson '59 ES 175 proves my point. Make no mistake, this is a two-thumbs-up faithful reissue of one of Gibson's flagship archtop models. Every aspect of this instrument rings true to me.

From the aged nickel wiggle tailpiece and pickup covers to the warm, lived-in blonde patina, this beauty is infused with pure vintage soul. The rounded '50s neck profile is wonderfully shaped, and the playability is sweet and smooth. The Memphis Custom shop even chose "vintage" correct slab maple laminates; this is the lightest (6.3 lbs) and most acoustically resonant 175 that Gibson has made in many years.

Plugged in, it is everything you'd expect from a model linked with so many famous artists; it is pure jazz heaven. This excellent example of a venerable Gibson classic could stand alongside most vintage examples. Yes, when Gibson gets it right, they really get it right. If I could borrow another digit, I'd give this baby three thumbs up. Big love here!

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