2011 Heritage H-535 White

2011 Heritage H-535 – 25th Anniversary Factory White Finish

Semi-Hollow Legacy. Kalamazoo-Built Heritage. Anniversary Edition Color.

The Heritage Guitars H-535 is a true continuation of classic Kalamazoo craftsmanship, built in the original Gibson factory by former Gibson luthiers. This 2011 example comes from the Heritage 25th Anniversary production year, which featured select special finishes—including this rare factory white example.

The original factory label confirms the “White” finish designation, indicating it left the factory in this uncommon anniversary color.

This particular guitar is equipped with stock Seymour Duncan ’59 humbuckers, delivering warm, vintage-accurate PAF-style tone with excellent clarity, smooth top end, and balanced midrange response. The neck features a comfortable Fat “D” profile, offering a substantial but very playable feel that fills the hand without being cumbersome.

Tonally, the H-535 delivers everything you expect from a premium semi-hollow: airy resonance, woody mids, and articulate clarity that works beautifully for blues, jazz, indie, and classic rock. It can stay clean and warm or push into rich, controlled breakup depending on your rig.

This guitar weighs approximately 8 lbs, making it a comfortable and balanced semi-hollow for long playing sessions.

It is in good overall condition with normal signs of use. There is a visible mark/spot in the finish on the back, which appears to be a dark surface transfer (possibly marker or similar). Cosmetic only and does not affect playability or structure.

Key Features

• 2011 Heritage 25th Anniversary Year Build
  Produced during Heritage’s milestone production year.

• Factory White Finish (Anniversary Series)
  Rare color option confirmed by original factory labeling.

• Kalamazoo-Built Semi-Hollow Construction
  Built in the historic Gibson factory by former Gibson craftsmen.

• Stock Seymour Duncan ’59 Pickups
  Classic PAF-style tone: warm, clear, and dynamically responsive.

• Fat “D” Neck Profile
  Substantial, comfortable neck with a solid, full feel.

• Lightweight Semi-Hollow (8 lbs)
  Comfortable balance for stage or studio use.

• Player-Grade Condition
  Fully functional with cosmetic wear consistent with age.

• Finish Mark on Back
  Visible spot/transfer (likely marker), cosmetic only.

Specifications

• Year: 2011 (25th Anniversary Heritage production year)

• Brand: Heritage Guitars

• Model: H-535

• Body Style: Semi-Hollow (double cutaway)

• Finish: Factory White (Anniversary Series)

• Body: Laminated maple

• Center Block: Solid wood center block

• Neck: Mahogany (Fat “D” 50s profile)

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Pickups: Stock Seymour Duncan ’59 humbuckers

• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle

• Bridge: Tune-o-matic with stop tailpiece

• Weight: ~8 lbs

• Condition: Good overall; cosmetic mark on back

• Case: Original