Epiphone 1963 Firebird V Electric Guitar - Ember Red Reviews
Swooping in from the early 1960s, Epiphone’s 1963 Firebird V marks a spot-on tribute to Gibson’s iconic Firebird V in all its vintage glory. This guitar’s premium 9-piece laminate mahogany/walnut neck-through construction and mahogany wings perfectly re-create the Firebird V as it was imagined by automobile icon Ray Dietrich in Gibson’s golden age, supplying superb sustain to rival (or even exceed) any of Gibson’s classic set-neck models. Dual Firebird pickups split the difference between humbucker weight and single-coil sparkle, while the Maestro Vibrola tailpiece enables surfy shimmer and expressive vibrato. It’s all finished off with all of the Firebird V’s historic quirks, including a stepped headstock, phoenix-adorned pickguard, and banjo-style planetary tuners from Kluson. A masterful re-creation of arguably Gibson’s most idiosyncratic instrument of the 1960s, the Epiphone 1963 Firebird V is a must-have for Firebird fans of all persuasions.
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Great Example of a 1963 Firebird V worth every penny
I ordered my ember red Firebird V as soon as pre order was possible, and I'm glad that I did. I have been wanting a Gibson Firebird for some time now, but didn't want to spend custom shop money. My guitar arrived quickly and my representative from Sweetwater (Sean) was great. I waived the Sweetwater set up, as I enjoy setting up my guitars myself. When this guitar arrived it was actually in tune…just 1/4 step flat…I've been playing this guitar for 5 days, and haven't had to do anything as far as adjustments…As far as quality goes…the fit & finish on my example is flawless, and the Indian Laurel fretboard, that I hear so many people criticize looks great, darker than many rosewood fretboard guitars that I own. All components feel and indeed are very high quality. The Gibson USA pickups sound amazing, and this Firebird is a joy to play. I especially love the maestro vibrola. Also the included hard case is a nice quality piece. Don't let the price of this Epiphone deter you from buying this Firebird, it's a high quality instrument and worth every penny.
