Description

There are guitars, and then there are Collings—and the I-35 LC Vintage in Jet Black is an absolute triumph, a shining example of what happens when tradition meets relentless innovation. This guitar doesn’t just nod to the golden era of semi-hollows—it channels it, redefines it, and delivers it with a level of refinement that could only come from the legacy of Bill Collings, a man whose impact on the guitar world is nothing short of legendary. Known for his obsessive attention to detail, Bill didn’t just build guitars—he sculpted tone, elevating the standard of modern luthiery and inspiring a generation of builders and players alike.

The I-35 LC Vintage showcases the Collings ethos at its peak. With a semi-hollow maple laminate body and a carefully voiced maple/spruce center block, this guitar sings with resonance and clarity, while keeping feedback at bay. The Honduran mahogany neck, joined with an extra-long mortise and tenon joint, adds depth and warmth, perfectly balanced by the snappy top-end of the Throbak ESG-102B pickups—meticulously wired with DiMarzio 500K pots and Luxe Bumblebee caps in true '50s-style fashion. The result? A tone that’s fat, articulate, and dripping with vintage mojo.

From the shimmering high gloss aged nitro finish in Jet Black to the non-grained ivoroid bindings and elegant Mother-of-Pearl long dot inlays, every aesthetic touch is masterfully executed. The rosewood fingerboard has a familiar 12" radius under your fingertips, while the Gotoh tuners and Kluson hardware add both vintage flair and rock-solid performance. At just under 7 pounds, the I-35 LC Vintage feels perfectly balanced—light enough to resonate freely, solid enough to anchor any stage or session.

This is more than a guitar—it's a love letter to vintage tone, written with precision tools, voiced by decades of expertise, and signed in pure Collings craftsmanship. Whether you're chasing bluesy growls, jazz cleans, or classic rock bite, the I-35 LC Vintage delivers with elegance, power, and unmistakable soul. It’s not just a Collings—it’s a statement.

Other specifications include:
Construction Semi hollow w/ maple/spruce center block
Body Maple laminate
Top Maple laminate
Neck Honduran mahogany
Body Binding Non-grained ivoroid
Fingerboard Binding Non-grained ivoroid
Peghead Binding None
Bridge Kluson ABR-1(nickel-plated zinc w/ retaining wire)
Tailpiece Kluson Stop Tailpiece (nickel-plated zinc, steel studs)
Fingerboard Rosewood w/ MOP long dots (5mm non-tapered)
Fingerboard Radius 12"
Soundhole F-holes (unbound)
Pickups Throbak ESG-102B
Pots/Caps DiMarzio 500K / Luxe Bumblebee
Knob Gold Reflector Top Knobs
Pickup Rings Black
Nut 1 11/16"
Scale Length 24 7/8"
Neck Joint Extra long mortise & tenon
Frets Medium 18% nickel-silver
Peghead Veneer Ebony w/ MOP Collings logo
Peghead Profile Haircut
Tuners Nickel Gotoh w/ Collings logo
Wiring 50s style
Guitar Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer (Aged)
Pickguard Black/Cream/Black
Truss Rod Cover Black/Cream/Black
Strings D'Addario NYXL1046 (.010" - .046")
Case Deluxe hardshell case
Body Length 17 5/8"
Body Depth 1 5/8"
Lower Bout Width 15"
Total Length 40"
I-35 LC Vintage Neck Profile (0.845 @ 1st Fret / 0.947" @ 9th Fret)
6 lbs 14 oz