Gibson Custom Shop Limited Edition 1963 Firebird VII Maestro Electric Guitar - Double Gold Gloss with Hardshell Case

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The Gibson Custom 1963 Firebird VII Reissue brings one of Gibson’s most distinctive designs back with a striking Double Gold finish and the kind of presence that immediately stands out on the floor or onstage. The classic mahogany wings and gloss nitrocellulose lacquer give it a rich, polished look, while the nine-ply mahogany-and-walnut neck-through construction delivers the long sustain and solid response that make a Firebird feel so different from a conventional solidbody. With an Authentic 1963 neck profile, ebony fingerboard, medium jumbo frets, and a 24.75-inch scale, it has a substantial feel in the hands without losing the sleek character that made the original so forward-thinking.

The real magic comes from the trio of Firebird mini humbuckers, which give this guitar a bright, focused voice with plenty of articulation and a quick, dynamic response to your picking. They have the clarity to keep clean parts crisp and defined while pushing naturally into aggressive overdrive, making the Firebird equally at home with classic rock, blues, and heavier sounds. The familiar two-volume, two-tone control layout keeps that range easy to shape, while the Maestro Vibrola adds another layer of expression for players who like a little pitch movement and vintage character in their playing.

The period-inspired details are what really bring this reissue together, from the banjo-style planetary tuners and gold Top Hat knobs with silver inserts to the nickel hardware and ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge. It is a guitar that feels unmistakably tied to the early Firebird era while benefiting from the meticulous craftsmanship of Gibson Custom, and it comes complete with a Lifton reissue hardshell case and Certificate of Authenticity. For players who want an iconic Gibson with a genuinely distinctive look, feel, and voice, this limited edition Firebird VII is a particularly memorable take on the design. Available now at Haggerty's Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Custom Shop Limited Edition 1963 Firebird
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Double Gold

Body

• Body Material: Mahogany
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body Shape: Firebird
• Body Style: Solid

Neck

• Headstock Type: Reverse Firebird
• Neck Material: Five-Piece Maple and Walnut
• Neck Shape: Authentic 1963
• Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Depth: 0.866” at 1st Fret, 1.004” at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Neck Through
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Position Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 22
• Truss Rod Style: Adjustable
• Truss Rod Nut: Standard
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 1.69"
• Fret Size: Reissue Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length: 24.75"

Hardware

• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Maestro Vibrola
• Bridge Mounting: Standard
• Pickguard: White with Red Firebird Etching
• Pickup Covers: Nickel
• Control Knobs: Gold Top Hats
• Switch Tip: Cream
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Banjo-Style Firebird
• String Trees: None
• Strings: .010 - .046
• Tremolo Arm: Yes
• Neck Plate: None
• Strap Buttons: Two Standard
• Output Jack: 1/4" Front

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: HHH
• Neck Pickup: Firebird
• Middle Pickup: Firebird
• Bridge Pickup: Firebird
• Controls: Two Volume, Two Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Historic Reissue Hang Tags, Tools
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case
• Serial Number: 601173
• Manufacture Date: 2026