I-35

Overview

I-35With a 15" lower bout and hand-carved solid wood construction, the I-35 is a unique modern tribute to the heritage of the double cutaway semi-hollow electric guitar. The I-35's design pairs a mahogany back and sides with a maple center center block for a tonal response that is complex and quick, with an "airy" character. The I-35's top carve includes high arches and ample re-curve, allowing the best qualities of the solid wood to shine though in its amplified tone. An instrument that is at home in almost any genre, the Collings I-35 has quickly become one of our most popular electric models.

Premium Tonewoods

Each Collings I35 is constructed of solid Honduran mahogany and eastern flamed maple that is acquired, acclimated, and hand selected for density and acoustical response by master luthiers here at our shop.

Electronics

Low-wind Lollar Imperials have a slightly brighter tonality than standards, lending them an exceptional definition and touch response that communicates the harmonic content of the instrument beautifully.

Playability

A combination of exacting PLEK machine leveling and hand fret dressing ensures consistently excellent playability and a silky fret feel.

Finish

By meticulously hand-sanding between coats, our nitrocellulose lacquer finishes measure between .005” and .007” in final thickness, maximizing acoustic response while providing excellent protection and aesthetics.

Hardware

Collings electrics feature Gotoh SG301 tuners and Kluson tune-o-matic bridges and stop tailpieces.

Appointments

With a fully bound body, mother of pearl dot inlays, and top hat knobs, appointments for a Collings I35 are available in a variety of colors and materials to match your chosen finish.

Custom Finishes

Each I35 can be finished in a variety of translucent, opaque, or metallic colors in addition to a variety of sunbursts.

Make It Your Own

With a wide variety of available custom inlays, tremolos, bridges, neck profiles, and tone wood options; a Collings electric can be configured to perfectly match your playing style and aesthetic preference.

ConstructionSemi hollow w/ maple center block
Body Honduran mahogany
TopPremium flamed maple
NeckHonduran mahogany
Body BindingNon-grained ivoroid
Fingerboard BindingNon-grained ivoroid
Peghead BindingNone
BridgeKluson ABR-1(nickel-plated zinc w/ retaining wire)
TailpieceKluson Stop Tailpiece (nickel-plated zinc, steel studs)
FingerboardRosewood w/ MOP long dots (5mm non-tapered)
Fingerboard Radius12"
SoundholeF-holes (unbound)
PickupsLollar Low Wind Imperial Humbuckers
Pots/CapsDiMarzio 500K / Jupiter Vintage Yellow
KnobsAmber or black top hat
Pickup RingsCream or black
Nut1 11/16"
Scale Length24 7/8"
Neck JointExtra long mortise & tenon
FretsMedium 18% nickel-silver
Peghead VeneerEbony w/ MOP Collings logo
Peghead ProfileHaircut
TunersNickel Gotoh w/ Collings logo
Wiring 50s style
Guitar FinishHigh gloss nitrocellulose lacquer
PickguardBlack/Cream/Black
Truss Rod CoverBlack/Cream/Black
StringsD'Addario NYXL1149 (.011" - .049")
CaseDeluxe hardshell case by Ameritage
Neck Profile Diagram

*Actual measurements may vary slightly due to hand-sanding and finishing variables.

Body Length17 5/8"
Body Depth1 5/8"
Lower Bout Width15"
Total Length40"

Custom Options

  • Tobacco Sunburst
  • Blonde
  • Iced Tea Sunburst
  • Walnut
  • Dark Cherry Sunburst
  • Merlot
  • Faded Cherry
  • Lemon Burst
  • Scarlet Sunburst
  • Brock Burst
  • Oxblood
  • Trans Orange
  • Caramel
  • Root Beer
  • Acid Wash Charcoal Burst
  • Jet Black
  • Olive Drab
  • Seafoam Green
  • Tiger Eye Sunburst
  • Crimson
  • Mermaid Blue
  • Olympic White
  • Shell Pink
  • TV Yellow (Mahogany top)
  • 1959 Faded Crimson (Mahogany top)
  • Doghair
  • Nicky Burst
  • Sapphire Blue
  • Sonic Blue
  • Vintage White (Mahogany top)
  • Charcoal Frost
  • Custom Finishes
  • Burgundy Mist
  • Pelham Blue
  • Candy Apple Red
  • Sherwood Green
  • 60s Neck Profile
  • Bigsby B7 Tremolo
  • Pickguard
  • Left-handed
  • No Fingerboard Inlay