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Gibson Firebird Platypus Vintage C

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Gibson Firebird Platypus Vintage C

Gibson

Firebird Platypus Vintage C

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Product Info

Article Number: 601807
Brand: Gibson
Model: Firebird Platypus Vintage C
Category: Heavy Guitars
Price: $2,473.90

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The Platypus Vintage C is a seriously cool, vintage-inspired axe. Its mahogany build and unique Firebird mini-humbuckers give it a distinct, powerful voice – think classic rock with a modern edge. This guitar is a premium-priced choice, perfect for players who want a unique instrument with serious character and don’t mind a bit of heft.

Product Description

  • Gibson Firebird Platypus Vintage C
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Trapeze fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Slim taper
  • Scale: 628 mm
  • Nut width: 43 mm
  • Nut: Graph Tech
  • White fingerboard binding
  • 22 frets with cryogenic fret treatment
  • Pickups: Two Firebird mini humbuckers
  • Aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge
  • Aluminium stop bar
  • Grover mini machine heads
  • Colour: Vintage Cherry
  • Includes case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Mahogany body delivers a warm, resonant foundation perfect for rock tones.
  • • Slim taper neck profile provides exceptional comfort and fast playing speed.
  • • Firebird mini humbuckers offer a unique, articulate high-gain voice.
  • • Cryogenically treated frets improve playability and sustain noticeably.
CONS
  • • The substantial mahogany construction results in a notably heavy instrument.
  • • Rosewood fretboard might feel less desirable to players preferring ebony.
  • • Limited pickup options restrict versatility compared to guitars with coil-splitting.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany
Neck Material Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Two Firebird Mini Humbuckers
Scale Length 628 mm
Frets 22, Cryogenically Treated
Bridge Aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic & Aluminium Stop Bar
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The mini-humbuckers offer a tighter, more focused high-end response with less muddiness, providing a more articulate rock and metal tone.
It's definitely a slim taper – noticeably thinner and flatter than a vintage '50s neck, offering a faster feel for modern playing styles.
While the mahogany construction is beautiful, the weight can be a factor. A strap with good padding is highly recommended for extended playing sessions.

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