Description
The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom Alex Lifeson 1976 ES-355 Reissue in Alpine White is a seriously well-done recreation of one of progressive rock's most recognizable semi-hollow guitars. Built for players who want the feel and flexibility of a high-end ES-style instrument, this model captures the look, response, and expanded tonal range that made Alex Lifeson's original such an important part of Rush's sound. It goes beyond a typical signature model by combining classic ES-355 styling with a more versatile electronics setup and stage-ready hardware.
The 5-ply maple and poplar semi-hollow body with a solid maple center block delivers the warmth and resonance ES guitars are known for while helping reduce unwanted feedback at higher volumes. A pair of USA-made Gibson T-Type humbuckers provide clarity, punch, and articulation across clean and driven tones, while the onboard mono Varitone circuit adds a wider range of tonal shaping options. The Maestro Vibrola gives the guitar a smooth, expressive feel, and the gold hardware paired with the Alpine White finish gives it the unmistakable upscale ES-355 look.
The Slim C neck profile and ebony fingerboard feel fast and comfortable, and the three-piece maple neck with a volute adds extra stability. Details like CTS pots, Mallory capacitors, Switchcraft components, and the custom hardshell case all help this feel closer to a true Gibson Custom experience than a standard production signature model. We like this for players who want a versatile semi-hollow with vintage character, expanded tonal flexibility, and one of the most iconic visual styles Gibson ever produced.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: ES-335
- Body Material: 5-Ply Maple/Poplar
- Body Style: Semi-Hollow
- Finish: Gloss, Alpine White
- Binding: Multi-Ply Top and Back
- Neck Material: 3-Piece Maple
- Neck Profile: Slim C
- Neck Joint: Glued-In Set Neck
- Scale Length: 24.75 in. ' 628.65 mm
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 12 in. ' 304.8 mm
- Frets: 22, Medium Jumbo
- Inlays: Block
- Nut Material: Graph Tech
- Bridge: Harmonica Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
- Tuners: Die Cast with Keystone Buttons
- Hardware Finish: Gold
- Plastics: Black
- Knobs: Black Witch Hats
- Neck Pickup: Gibson USA T-Type Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: Gibson USA T-Type Humbucker
- Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle, Mono Varitone with Mini Toggle Bypass
- Electronics Components: CTS Potentiometers, Mallory Capacitors, Switchcraft Output Jack
- Pickup Covers: Gold
- Case: Custom Hardshell Case
Sku: ECAL355AWGM
