Epiphone 1963 Firebird I Heather Poly
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Epiphone
1963 Firebird I Heather Poly
Product Info
Article Number:
569509
Brand:
Epiphone
Model:
1963 Firebird I Heather Poly
Category:
Alternative Design Guitars
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Epiphone Firebird I is a seriously cool axe. The mahogany build gives it a warm, vintage vibe, and the mini-humbuckers are surprisingly versatile, handling everything from bluesy grit to heavier rock tones. It's a fantastic option for players looking for a unique look and feel without the premium-priced tag of a Gibson.
Product Description
- Epiphone 1963 Firebird I Heather Poly
- Electric Guitar
- Body: Mahagony
- Set-in neck-thru-body: Mahogany / Walnut
- Fingerboard: Indian laurel
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 629 mm
- Neck profile: 1963 Firebird
- Pickup: Epiphone Custom Shop Alnico 5 mini humbucker
- Original-Style Kluson banjo machine heads
- Wrap-around stopbar bridge
- Colour: Heather Poly
- Includes case
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant sustain and a pleasing weight.
- • Custom Shop Alnico 5 mini-humbuckers provide a surprisingly articulate vintage tone.
- • Walnut lamination in the neck adds stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Original-style Kluson tuners offer reliable tuning stability and a vintage aesthetic.
CONS
- • The shorter scale length may feel unfamiliar to players accustomed to longer scales.
- • The '63 profile neck, while comfortable, isn't for everyone - a bit chunky.
- • Heather Poly finish, while striking, might be prone to minor cosmetic imperfections.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany/Walnut
Fingerboard
Indian Laurel
Pickups
Epiphone Custom Shop Alnico 5 Mini Humbuckers
Scale Length
629 mm
Frets
22 (Medium Jumbo)
Bridge
Wrap-around Stopbar
Weight
8.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The '63 Firebird neck is noticeably thicker and has a more pronounced 'V' shape, offering a vintage feel but potentially less comfort for some.
While they lean towards a vintage tone, the Alnico 5 pickups handle moderate gain well, though they aren't designed for extreme distortion.
The poly finish is durable, but the thinner application means it's slightly more prone to minor cosmetic blemishes than a thicker finish.
