Gibson Firebird III 1964 Reissue Cardinal Red Electric Guitar, 2007 [USED]

Here we have a Gibson Firebird III 1964 Reissue in Cardinal Red, electric guitar 2007 from the Custom Shop.

Introduced in 1963, the Gibson Firebird is a legendary electric guitar known for its distinctive reverse body shape, innovative features, and lasting impact on various music genres. Originally designed by Ray Dietrich and featuring mini-humbucker pickups and a unique through-body neck, the Firebird was initially offered in models I, III, V, and VII, each with different hardware and controls. The design evolved in the late 1960s to a more traditional shape. Despite a decline in popularity during the 1970s, the Firebird was reissued in the 1980s and gained renewed attention in the 1990s. Today, it remains a key part of Gibson’s lineup.

One of the most notable proponents of the Gibson Firebird, blues-rock legend Johnny Winter, was well known for his love of the design. Other artists include Eric Clapton, Brian Jones, and Allen Collins. Interestingly, the movie “The Howlin’ Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll” features Howlin’ Wolf playing a Firebird while talking to Son House.

Built in the Nashville plant from 2000 to 2013, the Gibson Custom Shop Firebird III 1964 Reissue is a faithful reproduction of the original, designed to provide an authentic vintage experience while incorporating the craftsmanship and attention to detail Gibson Custom Shop is renowned for.

This is a very good example, in great condition, with a Cardinal Red nitro finish. It has a reverse body, neck-through design. The neck and body are built up of a total of five pieces of Mahogany, and four Walnut strips bracketing the center sections. This multi-piece construction is used to provide extra stability over the long section and gives the instrument more resonance. The neck itself has a very playable slim taper, with a bound rosewood fingerboard and acrylic trapezoid fingerboard inlays. There is very light wear on the frets. It is equipped with Kluson Firebird Banjo Style Tuners. The body is the more traditional reverse body shape that gives the guitar its iconic, angular look that is both visually striking and ergonomically distinctive. Firebirds, like Explorers, are more comfortable than they might appear at first sight. They balance well when standing and sitting and the fretting arm has a natural resting place on the lower bout. The original mini-humbuckers have been swapped with Seymour Duncan Antiquity II pickups giving it a clear treble response along with a warm punchy bass response. The original pickups are included. For hardware, it has a lightning bar bridge along with a short Maestro tremolo. The electronics layout includes two volume controls, one for each of the two neck pickups, and one master tone control, surrounded by a distinctive large white pickguard with the iconic Firebird logo in red.

Whether for collectors, vintage enthusiasts, or players seeking a unique tone and look, this Firebird III 1964 Reissue stands as a testament to Gibson’s dedication to preserving and celebrating its rich heritage.

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DETAILS: 

• Instrument Model:  Custom Shop Firebird
• Instrument Manufacturer:  Gibson
• Instrument year:  2007
• Instrument Finish:  Cardinal Red
• Instrument Class:  Solid body Electric
• Instrument serial number:  070124
• Country of Origin: USA
• Instrument Condition: Very good. Small crack in pickguard.
• Playing Condition: Very good
  
• Right-handed 
• CITIES Documentation Required: No
• Case included:  Yes
• Case original:  Yes
• Case Type: Black rectangular hardshell
• Instrument Weight Imperial: 8.87lbs
• Instrument Weight Metric: 4.02kgs
• Scale Length Imperial: 24.5in
• Scale Length Metric: 620mm
• Nut Width Imperial: 1.709in
• Nut Width Metric: 43.42mm
  
• Items in Case: Original pickups in case
• Consignment: Yes
• Product ID: 190045

There are no refunds or returns on used items unless authorized in advance by a Twelfth Fret Sales Associate at time of sale. View Our Full Terms Here