For decades, the Gibson ES-335 reigned supreme as the gold standard for semi-hollow tones. But for many players, its large body felt like wrestling a coffee table. Enter the —the instrument that promised "335 tone in a Les Paul-sized package." 1. The Core Design: Shrinking a Legend
While the 339 and 335 share electronics, their physical size alters their acoustic voice. Gibson ES-335 vs. ES-339 | Two Sizes of Semi-Hollow Guitars
Traditional 3-ply maple/poplar/maple laminate for resonant clarity.