Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 Metallic Gold

The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 in Metallic Gold is a distinctive semi-hollow electric guitar combining the classic character of the Gibson ES-335 with design details inspired by the legendary Trini Lopez Standard. Developed in collaboration with Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl, the DG-335 offers a powerful combination of semi-hollow resonance, Gibson humbucker tone and instantly recognisable styling.

Its laminated maple construction, distinctive diamond-shaped F-holes and six-in-line headstock give the DG-335 a strong visual connection to Gibson's vintage semi-hollow designs, while the Metallic Gold finish adds a bold contemporary look. With a comfortable 24.75" scale length, 12" fingerboard radius and BurstBucker humbuckers, it is equally suited to recording, live performance and players looking for a premium Gibson with a character all of its own.

At A Glance

Key Detail Information
Brand	Gibson
Model	Dave Grohl DG-335
Finish	Metallic Gold
Product Type	Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar
Body Construction	Laminated Maple
Neck Material	One-Piece Mahogany
Fingerboard	Bound Rosewood
Scale Length	24.75"
Fingerboard Radius	12"
Pickups	BurstBucker 2 & BurstBucker 3 Humbuckers
Pickup Configuration	HH
Bridge	Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece	Stopbar
Tuners	Grover Mini Rotomatic
Hardware	Chrome
Main Appeal	Dave Grohl signature design with Gibson semi-hollow character
Best For	Rock, alternative, indie, blues, recording and live performance

What Makes The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 Special?

The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 occupies an interesting position in Gibson's electric guitar range. Rather than being a conventional ES-335, it takes inspiration from the ES-335 and Trini Lopez Standard and combines those influences with design features associated specifically with Dave Grohl.

The result is a guitar that retains the familiar benefits of a Gibson semi-hollow construction while offering a distinctive appearance and specification. The diamond-shaped F-holes are particularly recognisable, while the Metallic Gold finish gives this DG-335 an unmistakable stage presence.

For players who want a Gibson that stands apart from the more conventional Les Paul and ES-335 designs, the DG-335 offers a compelling alternative.

Key Features & Benefits

Laminated Maple Body

The DG-335 uses a laminated maple top, back and sides, providing the semi-hollow construction that contributes to its resonant and lively acoustic character.

This construction gives the guitar an appealing combination of body resonance and electric-guitar projection, making it particularly effective for players who enjoy the open character associated with semi-hollow Gibson guitars.

One-Piece Mahogany Neck

A one-piece mahogany neck provides the foundation for the guitar's comfortable playing feel while complementing the tonal character of the laminated maple body.

The neck is set into the body in traditional Gibson fashion, creating the familiar feel associated with Gibson's full-size electric guitars.

Bound Rosewood Fingerboard

The bound rosewood fingerboard features distinctive split diamond inlays, reinforcing the DG-335's connection to Gibson's classic semi-hollow designs.

The 12" fingerboard radius provides a comfortable platform for both rhythm playing and lead work, while the 24.75" scale length delivers the familiar Gibson playing feel.

BurstBucker 2 & BurstBucker 3 Humbuckers

The DG-335 is equipped with a BurstBucker 2 in the neck position and BurstBucker 3 in the bridge position.

This pairing provides two complementary humbucker voices, allowing the guitar to cover everything from fuller neck tones to more focused and powerful bridge sounds.

The result is a versatile setup particularly well suited to players who need a guitar capable of moving between clean, driven and higher-gain sounds.

Diamond-Shaped F-Holes

One of the defining visual features of the DG-335 is its pair of diamond-shaped F-holes.

These immediately distinguish the guitar from a conventional ES-335 while reinforcing the Trini Lopez influence behind the design.

Six-In-Line Headstock

The six-in-line headstock is another signature element of the DG-335, giving the guitar a distinctive silhouette that differs from Gibson's more familiar traditional headstock configurations.

Tune-O-Matic Bridge & Stopbar Tailpiece

The combination of a Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece provides the familiar Gibson setup, allowing accurate intonation adjustment and a secure string termination.

For players already accustomed to Gibson electric guitars, this arrangement offers an immediately familiar approach to setup and maintenance.

Grover Mini Rotomatic Tuners

Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners provide precise tuning adjustment while complementing the guitar's overall hardware specification.

Reliable tuning is particularly important for a guitar intended for live performance, where quick and accurate adjustments can make a significant difference.

Tone & Playing Experience

The DG-335's semi-hollow construction gives it a different response from a solid-body Gibson. The laminated maple body contributes to a bright, resonant character, while the mahogany neck and dual BurstBucker humbuckers provide the warmth, power and sustain required for amplified guitar work.

The neck pickup is well suited to fuller rhythm parts, blues playing and sustained lead tones, while the bridge BurstBucker provides the additional focus and bite needed for rock riffs and more aggressive playing.

Using both pickups together provides another useful tonal option, making the DG-335 a versatile instrument rather than a guitar designed solely for one particular style.

Suitable Genres & Applications

The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 is particularly well suited to:

• Rock

• Alternative rock

• Indie rock

• Hard rock

• Blues rock

• Blues

• Pop rock

• Punk rock

• Studio recording

• Live performance

• Rhythm guitar

• Lead guitar

Its combination of semi-hollow resonance and dual humbuckers makes it particularly appealing for players who want a guitar capable of handling both clean and overdriven amplifier sounds.

Who Is It For?

Dave Grohl & Foo Fighters fans – The DG-335 is the signature Gibson associated with one of rock's most recognisable modern guitarists.

Rock players – The BurstBucker humbuckers and semi-hollow construction provide a powerful platform for driven guitar tones.

Semi-hollow guitar players – A strong option for players looking beyond conventional ES-335 designs.

Gibson enthusiasts – The DG-335 offers a distinctive alternative to more traditional Gibson models.

Recording musicians – Its combination of humbucker power and semi-hollow character makes it useful across a broad range of studio applications.

Players wanting a distinctive stage guitar – The Metallic Gold finish, diamond F-holes and six-in-line headstock give the DG-335 considerable visual presence.

Comparison Against Popular Alternatives

Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 vs Gibson ES-335

Both guitars use the familiar Gibson semi-hollow concept and offer dual humbucker versatility, but the DG-335 has a substantially more distinctive specification. Its diamond-shaped F-holes, six-in-line headstock, split diamond fingerboard inlays and Dave Grohl-inspired design separate it visually and stylistically from the traditional ES-335.

Choose the ES-335 if you want Gibson's classic semi-hollow format and more traditional styling. Choose the DG-335 if you want that fundamental semi-hollow character combined with a much more distinctive appearance and signature-guitar specification.

Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 vs Trini Lopez

The DG-335 draws significant visual inspiration from the Trini Lopez Standard, particularly through its diamond-shaped F-holes and distinctive styling.

The DG-335 is not simply a reproduction, however. It combines those vintage influences with Dave Grohl's own design preferences and modern Gibson construction, making it its own instrument rather than a straightforward historical recreation.

Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 vs Gibson Les Paul

A Les Paul provides the solid-body Gibson experience, while the DG-335 offers the greater resonance and response associated with a semi-hollow design.

Players looking for maximum thickness and a solid-body feel may prefer a Les Paul, whereas the DG-335 is particularly attractive to musicians who want a more open semi-hollow character without giving up the power of Gibson humbuckers.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Type	Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar
Brand	Gibson
Model	Dave Grohl DG-335
Finish	Metallic Gold
Body Construction	Laminated Maple
Body Top	Laminated Maple
Body Back	Laminated Maple
Body Sides	Laminated Maple
Neck Material	One-Piece Mahogany
Neck Construction	Set Neck
Fingerboard Material	Rosewood
Fingerboard Binding	Bound
Fingerboard Inlays	Split Diamond
Scale Length	24.75"
Fingerboard Radius	12"
Pickup Configuration	HH
Neck Pickup	BurstBucker 2 Humbucker
Bridge Pickup	BurstBucker 3 Humbucker
Bridge	Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece	Stopbar
Tuners	Grover Mini Rotomatic
Hardware Finish	Chrome

Compatibility & Practical Use

The DG-335 uses a conventional passive electric-guitar pickup configuration and can be used with standard electric-guitar amplification and effects equipment.

It is suitable for connection to:

• Electric guitar amplifiers

• Pedalboards

• Multi-effects processors

• Modelling amplifiers

• Audio interfaces

• Recording equipment

The guitar is particularly well suited to valve amplifier setups, overdrive and distortion pedals, and effects-based rigs where its dual humbuckers can provide a strong foundation for shaping different guitar tones.

Power Requirements

No battery or external power supply is required.

The BurstBucker pickups and traditional passive electronics operate directly through a standard 1/4" instrument cable connected to an amplifier, pedalboard, modeller or audio interface.

Fair Deal Music Verdict

★★★★★ 5/5

The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 in Metallic Gold is an excellent choice for players who want something more distinctive than a conventional semi-hollow electric guitar.

Its laminated maple construction, one-piece mahogany neck and BurstBucker 2 and 3 humbuckers provide a strong combination of resonance, warmth, clarity and power, while the diamond-shaped F-holes, six-in-line headstock and Metallic Gold finish make it instantly recognisable.

For rock, alternative and blues players, it offers a particularly compelling combination of Gibson craftsmanship, semi-hollow versatility and Dave Grohl-inspired character.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335?

The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 is a semi-hollow electric guitar developed in collaboration with Foo Fighters guitarist and vocalist Dave Grohl. It combines influences from Gibson's ES-335 and Trini Lopez Standard with a distinctive Dave Grohl-inspired specification.

What pickups does the DG-335 have?

The guitar uses a BurstBucker 2 humbucker in the neck position and BurstBucker 3 humbucker in the bridge position.

Is the Gibson DG-335 a semi-hollow guitar?

Yes. The DG-335 uses a laminated maple semi-hollow body construction.

What is the scale length?

The Gibson Dave Grohl DG-335 uses a traditional 24.75" Gibson scale length.

What is the fingerboard radius?

The fingerboard has a 12" radius.

What type of neck does the DG-335 have?

The guitar features a one-piece mahogany neck set into the body.

What fingerboard does the DG-335 use?

It has a bound rosewood fingerboard with distinctive split diamond inlays.

What bridge does the DG-335 have?

The guitar uses a Tune-O-Matic bridge with a stopbar tailpiece.

What tuners does the DG-335 use?

The guitar is fitted with Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners.

What makes the DG-335 different from an ES-335?

The DG-335 combines the general semi-hollow concept with distinctive features including diamond-shaped F-holes, a six-in-line headstock, split diamond inlays and its Dave Grohl-inspired design.

What colour is this DG-335?

This example is finished in Metallic Gold, giving it a particularly distinctive appearance on stage.

Is the Gibson DG-335 suitable for rock music?

Yes. Its dual BurstBucker humbuckers and semi-hollow construction make it particularly well suited to rock, alternative rock and blues-rock applications.

Can the DG-335 be used with pedals?

Yes. It can be used with standard guitar effects pedals and pedalboards, making it suitable for a wide range of live and studio setups.

Does the DG-335 require a battery?

No. Its traditional passive humbucker electronics do not require a battery.

Is the DG-335 suitable for recording?

Yes. The combination of two BurstBucker humbuckers and semi-hollow construction provides a broad tonal palette suitable for recording rhythm and lead guitar.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

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