The Gibson ES-345 electric guitar holds a special place in pop culture history, largely thanks to its memorable appearance in the 1985 film Back to the Future. In one of the movie’s most iconic scenes, Michael J. Fox’s character, Marty McFly, performs an electrifying rendition of Johnny B. Goode at the Enchantment Under the Sea dance.

Although the ES-345 was introduced in 1959, the guitar fits seamlessly into the film’s 1955 setting, adding a touch of anachronistic magic. This moment not only cemented the ES-345’s legacy in cinema but also solidified its status as a beloved icon in the world of rock ’n’ roll.

Now, fans can own a replica of this legendary guitar at an accessible price with the Epiphone Back to the Future ES-345. Based on the model played by Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly, this edition is a loving tribute to a cultural icon. It features a five-ply layered maple semi-hollow body with a solid maple center block for enhanced sustain and improved feedback resistance. The top has four-ply binding, while the back features single-ply binding.

The mahogany neck has a comfortable Rounded C profile and a bound rosewood fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets, decorated with pearloid split parallelogram inlays — a hallmark of the ES-345. The 60s-style Kalamazoo headstock includes a Graph Tech nut and Epiphone Deluxe tuning machines with cream Keystone buttons. The Epiphone logo and Gibson crown are inlaid in mother of pearl. On the back of the headstock, you’ll find a Hill Valley Music store decal — a nod to the movie.

The Back to the Future ES-345 has gold hardware, including a LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and a Bigsby B70 vibrato tailpiece. Just like the guitar in the film, the original Stop Bar studs remain in place. It’s powered by two Alnico Classic PRO pickups, each with individual volume and tone controls, and a mono Varitone for even more tonal versatility.

Each guitar comes packed in a vintage-style hard shell case featuring Marvin Berry and the Starlighters graphics. Only 1,985 units are available worldwide — a fitting tribute to the year Back to the Future was released. Grab yours while you still can!