Just 50 guitars worldwide, each personally signed by the Foo Fighters frontman, disappeared from Gibson’s shelves faster than tickets to a stadium show
When Dave Grohl’s latest signature guitar launched, collectors didn’t hesitate. The Gibson Custom Dave Grohl DG-335 Limited Edition in Alpine White — restricted to just 50 units globally — sold out almost immediately after hitting Gibson’s website and flagship stores in Nashville and London.
At £10,499 to £12,000, this isn’t impulse-purchase territory. But for Grohl devotees and serious collectors, the combination of extreme rarity and personal provenance proved irresistible. Each guitar features a soundhole label signed by Grohl himself, transforming functional instruments into certified rock artifacts that would be perfect for home recording setups.
Technical Precision Meets Stage-Ready Power
The Alpine White DG-335 blends vintage craftsmanship with modern performance demands.
The specifications read like a love letter to semi-hollow construction. The three-ply maple/poplar/maple body includes a solid maple center block — crucial for preventing feedback during those arena-shaking performances Grohl’s known for. Diamond-shaped Trini Lopez sound holes aren’t just aesthetic; they’re functional breathing room for the guitar’s voice.
Gibson Custom equipped this run with unpotted Custombuckers featuring aged Alnico 3 magnets. Put simply, these pickups deliver the raw, dynamic response that made vintage Gibson electrics legendary. The TonePros bridge and locking tailpiece ensure tuning stability even during Grohl’s famously aggressive playing style. For those interested in exploring other options, our comprehensive guitar review covers accessible alternatives.
Symbolic Shift in Alpine White
The pristine white finish represents more than aesthetics — it marks a new chapter.
Grohl has performed with this exact Alpine White setup since 2021, making it visually synonymous with Foo Fighters’ current era. Previous signature models came in Pelham Blue, gold, and black finishes with broader availability. This all-white version feels intentionally different — cleaner, more focused, perhaps reflecting the band’s evolution.
The Firebird-style headstock and split diamond inlays connect this instrument to Gibson’s 1960s heritage, while the long-tenon mahogany neck ensures sustain that can cut through any mix. It’s museum-quality craftsmanship designed for stage punishment. Meanwhile, fellow rock legend Joe Perry continues making headlines in the guitar world.
The rapid sellout suggests Gibson Custom perfectly calibrated this release. Fifty units created just enough availability to feel attainable while maintaining the scarcity that drives collector passion. For those who missed out, the secondary market beckons — though expect significant premiums over retail.
This represents the most exclusive Grohl signature model Gibson has ever produced. You’re looking at a collector’s piece that’s also built for the rigors of live performance, where extreme rarity meets stage-tested reliability.
