Classic Gibson Custom appointments adorn the Gibson Custom Shop’s CS-356 Figured Top model. While visually similar to Gibson Custom’s ES™ models, the CS-356 is constructed with carved and chambered solid woods, including a stunning figured maple top, for a unique sound all its own that combines elements of archtop, Les Paul™, and semi-hollowbody tones in a deceptive ES-style package. The compact body shape is well balanced and resists feedback while remaining extremely resonant. The sound is captured by a pair of ’57 Classic™ humbucking pickups. The Gibson Custom CS-356 Figured Top is the perfect pairing of figured beauty and solid tones.
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Body Styles: ES
Body Shape: CS-356
Body Material: Chambered Mahogany
Top: Figured Maple
Binding: Multi-Ply Cream, Top, Back and Headstock; Single Ply Fretboard
Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Profile: Slim Taper
Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
Fret Count: 22
Frets: Reissue
Nut Material: Corian
Nut Width: 42.86 mm / 1.687 in
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
Joint: Hide Glue Fit
Finish: Gold
Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Stop Bar
Tuning Machines Grover Kidney
Pickguard: CS-356 Bound Tortoise
Truss Rod: Standard
Truss Rod Cover:2-Ply Black/White
Control Knobs: Black Top Hat
Switch Tip: Cream
Jack Plate Cover: Gold
Strap Buttons: 2
Mounting Rings: Black
Pickup Covers: Gold
Neck Pickup: '57 Classic
Bridge Pickup: '57 Classic
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
Case: Custom Shop Hardshell