{"product_id":"gibson-custom-1963-firebird-v-w-maestro-vibrola-light-aged-cardinal-red-w-case-407013","title":"Gibson Custom 1963 Firebird V w\/ Maestro Vibrola Light Aged Cardinal Red w\/case 407013","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial: 407013\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: 8 lbs 13.2 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gibson Custom 1963 Firebird V captures the unmistakable design and sound of one of Gibson’s most radical vintage-era instruments. Originally created by automotive designer Ray Dietrich, the Firebird introduced Gibson’s distinctive reverse body shape and neck-through construction, delivering striking visual identity alongside powerful, articulate tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eThis example features Gibson Custom’s Light Aging treatment in Cardinal Red, giving the guitar the look and feel of a well-preserved vintage instrument with subtle play wear and lightly aged hardware. The 9-ply mahogany and walnut neck-through construction provides exceptional sustain and structural stability while contributing to the Firebird’s distinctive tonal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eThe authentic ’63 Medium C neck profile paired with a rosewood fingerboard offers a comfortable vintage feel with excellent control for chords, bends, and lead playing. Two Firebird Alnico V pickups deliver the clear, focused voice that has defined Firebird tones for decades, with tight low end, articulate mids, and cutting highs that sit perfectly in a mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eA Maestro Vibrola tailpiece completes the classic Firebird design, offering smooth expressive vibrato while maintaining the unmistakable visual presence that has made the Firebird V a staple of rock and blues players since the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003eGibson Custom Shop 1963 Firebird V reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eLight aged Cardinal Red finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eNeck-through mahogany and walnut construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eDual Firebird Alnico V pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eMaestro Vibrola tailpiece for classic Firebird style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1975\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eBody\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eBody Shape: Firebird V (reverse body design)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eConstruction: Neck-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eBody Material: 9-ply mahogany and walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eBinding: 1-ply cream fingerboard binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2198\"\u003eWeight Relief: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eNeck\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eNeck Construction: 9-ply mahogany\/walnut neck-through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eNeck Profile: Authentic ’63 Medium C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eScale Length: 24.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003eFingerboard: Indian rosewood, hide glue fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2384\" data-end=\"2395\"\u003eFrets: 22\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eNut: Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003eNut Width: 1.687\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003eInlays: Aged cellulose nitrate trapezoid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003eHardware\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003eFinish: Nickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003eBridge: ABR-1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eTailpiece: Maestro Vibrola\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eTuners: Deluxe banjo tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003eKnobs: Gold top hats with silver inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003eElectronics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: Firebird Alnico V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: Firebird Alnico V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: 2 volume, 2 tone (CTS 500K potentiometers), hand-wired harness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2806\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003eMiscellaneous\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Black and yellow Gibson Custom Shop hardshell case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2958\"\u003eWhy Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003eAt Tone Shop Guitars, we work closely with Gibson Custom to bring in exceptional instruments that combine historic accuracy with real-world playability. Every guitar is professionally inspected and set up, stored in climate-controlled showrooms, and backed by a team trusted by players and collectors nationwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reemes Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53838506819903,"sku":"RMC-MUS-G80804563","price":4399.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/7535\/9039\/files\/IMG_1290_19486226-6030-43a3-b1f2-8e57a8ff8541.jpg?v=1782094316","url":"https:\/\/www.reemesmusic.com\/products\/gibson-custom-1963-firebird-v-w-maestro-vibrola-light-aged-cardinal-red-w-case-407013","provider":"Reemes Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}