Gibson Marcus King ES-345 - Sixties Cherry

Gibson Marcus King ES-345 - Sixties Cherry

Get ready to channel some serious soul with the Marcus King ES-345, now available at Palen Music Center! This isn't just another signature model; it's a direct link to Marcus King's musical lineage, inspired by the very 1962 ES-345 that was handed down from his grandfather to his father, and finally to Marcus himself. You can feel the legacy in every note, with its classic Sixties Cherry finish and the iconic ES-345 design, including a laminated maple/poplar/maple body and a solid maple center block for incredible sustain and feedback resistance.

This modern take on a beloved classic captures all the essential features Marcus relies on, giving you that vintage vibe with modern playability. Loaded with a pair of Gibson Custombucker humbucking pickups, this guitar delivers those rich, vintage-approved tones that define Marcus King's sound. The mahogany neck with its comfortable Rounded profile and Indian rosewood fretboard adorned with classic acrylic split parallelogram inlays make for a smooth playing experience. Whether you're laying down some bluesy licks or soulful chords, the Marcus King ES-345 is built to perform, honoring the tradition of a guitar that has graced stages worldwide for generations.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

Highlights

• Experience a piece of musical heritage, inspired by Marcus King's own family heirloom 1962 ES-345.
• Unleash soulful, vintage-approved tones with the power of Gibson Custombucker humbucking pickups.
• Enjoy exceptional tuning stability and sustain thanks to the fixed Vibrola tailpiece and Graph Tech nut.
• Play in comfort with the classic ES-345 design, featuring a mahogany neck with a Rounded profile and Indian rosewood fretboard.
• Own a guitar that embodies a legacy of music, ready to help you start your own musical journey.

Specifications

• Body Wood: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
• Top Wood: 3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
• Neck Wood: Mahogany
• Left/Right Handed: Right-Handed
• Fretboard Wood: Indian Rosewood
• Fretboard Inlay/Material: Acrylic Split Parallelogram Inlays
• Neck Profile: Rounded
• Finish: Sixties Cherry
• Hardware: Gold
• Tuners: Grover Rotomatic with Kidney Buttons
• Neck Pickup: Custombucker Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: Custombucker Humbucker
• Electronics: Mono Wiring
• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
• Manufacturer Part Number: ES45MK25SCGH1
• Depth at 1st Fret: .818"
• Depth at 12th Fret: .915"

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!