Ellsberry Guitars at NAMM 2010

12/20/09 -

Ellsberry Guitars will be introducing a new line of semi-hollow electrics at the upcoming NAMM Winter Show in Anaheim, CA, January 14-17, 2010.

Labeled the “L35” model line, these guitars combine the raw electric power and feel of a 335 with the warm acoustic presence of a larger, big-box guitar.  They fit a wide range of playing styles, from rock and blues to contemporary and traditional jazz.

The L35 was designed by luthier Jim Ellsberry, a custom maker of archtop guitars and is entirely “Made in the USA” at the Ellsberry shop in Los Angeles, California.  Its design incorporates a proprietary block system that gives the guitar sustain and electric punch, yet also allows tone plates to vibrate acoustically without the troublesome feedback issues of hollow body guitars.

The L35 consists of two models.  There is a laminate model available with single or dual humbucking pickups.  Tops and backs are vacuum-pressed at the Ellsberry shop using multiple layers of high-quality maple, finished off with a highly figured outside veneer. 

For the jazz player wanting more of a traditional sound, the “L35-C” features a hand-carved top and back for an optimum blend of acoustic and electric sound.  This model is available in limited quantities.

For a hands-on preview of this innovative guitar, dealers and players can see the L35 at the NAMM Show in January, booth # 1630