Specs:
• Model: Gibson ES-135 Limited Edition
• Finish: Natural – Nitrocellulose
• Body: Laminated Maple/Poplar/Maple, Semi-Hollow with Internal Center Block
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Radius: 12"
• Frets: Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Pearloid Dots
• Pickups: Gibson Humbuckers (’57 Classics – period correct for late-run ES-135s)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
• Bridge: Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Trapeze Tailpiece (Standard ES-135 Spec)
• Tuners: Gibson Deluxe
• Hardware: Chrome
• Case: Original Gibson Hardshell Case
• Country: USA
• Year: 2000
• Condition: Near Mint
Personal Thoughts:
The humbucker-equipped ES-135s from around 1998–2001 are extremely desirable. The standard P-100 version is cool, but dropping full Gibson humbuckers into this platform transforms the tone — suddenly the ES-135 becomes a legitimate alternative to an ES-335, but lighter, more open, and with a very distinctive midrange character.
The Natural finish on this one really shows off the maple laminate beautifully. It feels classy, clean, and vintage-correct without trying too hard. Tonally, the humbuckers give it warmth, sustain, and a sweet top end that works brilliantly for blues, classic rock, jazz, fusion, and anything semi-hollow.
This is one of those guitars that surprises you with how resonant it is — unplugged or plugged in. And in near-mint condition, it’s an incredibly clean example of a now-discontinued model.
Condition Report:
Near mint. Very light handling marks only, no notable dents or scratches. Frets excellent, hardware clean. Case included.
Part Exchange Welcome:
Part exchange welcome. Video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars. Personal consignment service available via our site at a 10% rate.