Gibson 1963 Firebird V Reissue VOS
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Gibson
1963 Firebird V Reissue VOS
Product Info
Article Number:
486012
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
1963 Firebird V Reissue VOS
Category:
Premium Guitars
Price:
$6,598.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Firebird V reissue is a serious statement piece. It nails the vibe of a vintage instrument with a fantastic feel and those iconic Firebird humbuckers. Ideal for players seeking a unique, powerful tone and a piece of Gibson history, especially those into rock, blues, and heavier vintage tones.
Product Description
- Gibson 1963 Firebird V Reissue VOS
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop model
- Body: Solid mahogany
- Continuous 9-piece neck: Mahogany / walnut
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Authentic ´63 Medium "C"
- Perloid trapezoid fretboard inlays
- Fretboard radius: 12"
- Scale length: 628 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- 22 Frets
- Pickups: 2 Firebird AlNiCo V humbuckers
- 2 x Volume controls
- 2 x Tone controls
- 3-Way toggle switch
- Deluxe banjo machine heads
- ABR-1 bridge with Maestro Vibrola tremolo
- Nickel hardware
- Colour: vintage sunburst
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional mahogany body delivers rich, resonant sustain and warmth.
- • Neck profile replicates the comfortable '63 Medium SlimTaper feel.
- • Firebird AlNiCo V humbuckers offer a thick, powerful vintage tone.
- • VOS finish enhances wood grain while providing a stunning aged appearance.
CONS
- • The substantial mahogany construction results in a noticeably heavy instrument.
- • The tremolo system can be finicky, requiring careful setup and maintenance.
- • The Firebird’s unique shape limits versatility for some playing styles.
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Key Features
Body Material
Solid Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany/Walnut
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Firebird AlNiCo V Humbuckers
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22
Bridge
ABR-1 with Maestro Vibrola Tremolo
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Vibrola offers subtle vibrato rather than extreme pitch bending; it’s more about adding warmth and a vintage shimmer.
The '63 Medium SlimTaper is generally comfortable, but its narrower nut width might feel cramped for those with very large hands.
The VOS finish is thinner than a gloss finish, allowing the wood to vibrate more freely and contributing to a more open and resonant tone.
