Dressed in a stunning Pelham Blue top finish, this Collings I-35 LC delivers a striking modern take on the classic semi-hollow formula. The finish pops beautifully against the guitar’s figured maple back and sides, adding visual depth to an already masterfully built instrument.
Even fresh from the case, the I-35 LC feels remarkably familiar - comfortable, resonant, and effortlessly dialed in, like an old favorite you’ve somehow just met. It’s a testament to Collings’ attention to detail that every aspect of the build, from neck carve to fretwork to resonance, is this refined - and arguably improved - right out of the gate.
Tonally, it channels the best of the ES-335 lineage with added clarity and balance. The Lollar Low Wind Imperial humbuckers serve up rich, articulate tones with a sweet top-end sparkle, tight low end, and enough dynamic headroom to cover everything from warm jazz comping to articulate blues and open indie textures.