Epiphone 1963 Firebird I - Heather Poly

This "Inspired by Gibson Custom" 1963 Firebird I is a must-have for any player who craves vintage vibe and tone without the vintage price tag. This isn't just an Epiphone; it's a collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop, ensuring an authentic recreation of a legendary design. The guitar's foundation is a distinctive 9-ply mahogany and walnut neck-through construction, providing incredible sustain and a lively, resonant tone. The body is completed with mahogany wings, which add to the guitar's rich, full-bodied sound, perfect for the raw, rebellious blues and rock tones it was born to create.

The heart of this Firebird's sound is the single Gibson USA Firebird mini humbucker in the bridge position. This pickup, with its Alnico 5 magnets, delivers a unique voice—a perfect blend of humbucker depth and single-coil sparkle, offering a clear, defined sound that cuts through the mix. The stripped-down electronics, featuring a Master Volume and Master Tone, are hand-wired with premium CTS potentiometers and a Mallory capacitor for exceptional clarity and control. This simple, no-nonsense setup, combined with the vintage-correct Kluson "Banjo-style" Planetary tuners and a Wraparound Lightning Bar bridge, makes this guitar a true player's machine, just like the originals favored by blues legend Johnny Winter and rock icons like Keith Richards, Brian Jones, and Eric Clapton.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

Condition: Excellent. Light wear typical of a gently used instrument. Light surface scratches, scuffs, etc.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

This item includes everything pictured.

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  Highlights

The sleek, "reverse" Firebird body shape, originally designed by automotive legend Ray Dietrich, is a stunning statement piece.

A single, powerful Gibson USA Firebird mini humbucker delivers a unique tone that marries the depth of a humbucker with the clarity of a single-coil.

The 9-ply mahogany and walnut neck-through construction provides massive sustain and a resonant feel.

Vintage-accurate Kluson "Banjo-style" Planetary tuners and a Wraparound Lightning Bar bridge offer classic looks and reliable performance.

Premium, hand-wired electronics with CTS pots and a Mallory capacitor ensure every turn of the knob is an authentic and musical experience.

  Specifications

Body Wood: Mahogany (wings)

Neck Wood: 9-ply Mahogany/Walnut

Left/Right Handed: Right-handed

Fretboard Wood: Indian Laurel

Scale Length: 24.75"

Fretboard Radius: 12"

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Mother of Pearl Dot

Neck Profile: 1963 Firebird

Finish: Gloss Polyurethane

Hardware: Nickel

Tuners: Kluson "Banjo-style" Planetary

Bridge Pickup: Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbucker with Alnico 5 Magnets

Electronics: Master Volume, Master Tone, Hand-wired with CTS Potentiometers and a Mallory Capacitor

Bridge: Wraparound Lightning Bar

Manufacturer Part Number: EIGC63FB1HEPNH1

Depth at 1st Fret: .858"

Depth at 12th Fret: 1.042"