Vintage Gibson ES-335 12-String - USA 1967

Here is a 1967 Gibson ES-335 12-String, made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA, and representing one of the rarest and most inspiring variations of Gibson’s legendary semi-hollow design. The ES-335 is already one of the most iconic guitars in history, and the 12-string version expands its natural warmth and resonance into a lush, shimmering tonal landscape ideal for folk, rock, and blues-influenced styles.

This example features a laminated maple semi-hollow body with a beautifully aged sunburst finish, delivering excellent sustain, natural airiness, and strong feedback resistance. The result is a guitar that retains clarity and definition even with the added complexity of 12 strings, while still offering the depth and character expected from a vintage Gibson.

It is fitted with a mahogany neck and Brazilian rosewood fingerboard, complemented by cream binding, tortoise dot markers, and elegant mother-of-pearl block inlays. The neck feels smooth and playable across all registers, supporting rich chord voicings and detailed melodic work with ease.

Electronics consist of original patent number humbuckers, delivering warm, articulate tone with excellent string-to-string definition, while the classic 3-way switch and witch hat knobs provide simple, effective tonal control. Chrome hardware, ABR-1 bridge, and trapeze tailpiece ensure stable tuning and balanced string tension across the 12-string setup.

Condition is excellent for its age with honest cosmetic wear consistent with a well-preserved vintage instrument. It has been carefully inspected and set up by Premier Guitars to ensure optimal playability, and remains structurally sound and sonically outstanding throughout.

Specifications:

Year: 1967
Country: USA (Kalamazoo, Michigan)
Model: Gibson ES-335 12-String
Finish: Sunburst
Body: Laminated maple semi-hollow
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Brazilian rosewood
Scale: 25.5"
Pickups: Patent Number Humbuckers
Bridge: ABR-1
Case: Original hard case included