If only this Chris Cornell Tribute 335 could help us write and sing like him...

Why We Love This

For those of us coming of age in the 90s, Chris Cornell and his band Soundgarden were huge influences on us both culturally and musically. The Zeppelin-meets-Sabbath-esq riffs and Chris' unbelievable vocal range loom just as large today as they did back then. While there are certainly countless amazing / deeper cuts to explore, start with 'Pretty Noose' off of Soundgarden's later period album ‘Down On The Upside’ for a quick reminder of this band's power. This is the opening track, mind you. Hell of a way to start a record!

In 2019 Gibson tipped their hat to the late, iconic singer via the Chris Cornell Tribute ES-335. Limited to 250 pieces, our example - #38 - is about as clean and well preserved as they come. Featuring a few tweaks to the classic ES-335 formula - Lollar Lollar'Tron pickups, clear / numberless top hat knobs, a satin Olive Drab finish - the CC Tribute ES-335 brings a touch of chime and openness to the 335s punchy tonal pallet, along with just enough customizations to feel like a well considered guitar. You can't help but attempt your favorite Soundgarden riffs on this satin finished beauty - simply a blast to play.