Gibson / ES-330TD / 1959 / Sunburst / Guitar For Sale
An outstanding 1959 Gibson ES-330TD in Sunburst - first year of production and easily one of the nicest examples we've seen in some time. As the ES-330 was introduced in the late Summer of 1959 very few of these have the sought after classic 1959 neck profile and this is one of them. Comfortably full, but not too much so...
This guitar has remained mostly original over the years with only a few minor changes: an added strap button to the heel as these originally came with just a single strap button by the tailpiece. Otherwise, it's all stock, including the black dog ear P-90 pickups which sound superb - full, articulate and rich with dynamic range that responds really well to touch.
Spec includes single line Kluson tuners with round buttons, nickel raised diamond trapeze tailpiece, ABR-1 no-wire bridge, S-prefix serial number and original Lifton 5 latch brown/pink case.
Cosmetically, it's been lightly played and enjoyed, showing light surface wear, the odd ding and scratch, and some lovely lacquer checking that all adds to its vintage character. Easily a solid 8.5/10 - clean, but with enough wear to show it's been loved and played.
The overall build reflects Gibson's golden-era craftsmanship at its finest. This is a beautifully preserved, vibey '59 330 with the neck feel, tone and look that collectors and players alike are chasing. A stunning example complete with original Lifton hard case.
ATB Guitars, UK 
Hello we’re ATB Guitars.
We are one of Europes leading sellers of vintage and rare guitars. We only sell vintage Gibson and Fender electric guitars from 1950 until 1975 and have an extensive inventory to browse in our bricks and mortar store in Cheltenham, UK or in our online web store.
Payment and p/x:
All prices are in UK GBP £ Sterling. Payment can be made by Paypal, bank transfer, cash, or money order cashiers cheque etc.
Should you not be absolutely delighted with your purchase you may return it to Cheltenham, at your own expense, within 7 days from the date of delivery for a full refund. The item must not have been altered or tampered with in any way, and it must arrive in the same condition as it left us.
Postage and shipping:
We ship within the UK by Royal Mail Recorded (small items under 2Kg), TNT or UPS and Worldwide by Royal Mail Airmail Signed For (small under 2Kg) Parcelforce, UPS or FedEx. All shipping prices include expert packing, cartons and packing materials but not insurance which is typically around 2% of items value. Currently approx shipping rates for a single guitar are as follows:
UK excluding Northern Ireland and Highlands £29
Most of mainland Europe £49
U.S.A. £129
Asia £149 - £190
Rest of World including S. America £149 - £275
