The 1991 Gibson Firebird V in Cardinal Red is everything a great vintage-inspired rock guitar should be: bold, elegant, unapologetically distinctive, and built with the kind of craftsmanship that defined Gibson’s golden-era instruments. With its iconic Reverse Firebird body design and neck-through-body construction, this guitar delivers unmistakable sustain, resonance, and visual presence that few instruments can rival.

Crafted from a mahogany and walnut neck-through core with matching mahogany body wings, the Firebird V resonates with a deep, articulate voice that feels alive in your hands. The slim-to-medium ‘60s-style neck profile paired with a smooth rosewood fingerboard and medium jumbo frets creates an effortless playing experience that feels fast, comfortable, and endlessly expressive across the entire 24.75" scale.

At the heart of its unmistakable tone are dual Firebird mini-humbuckers, offering the perfect balance of clarity, bite, warmth, and chime. From cutting vintage rock leads to smoky blues textures and shimmering clean passages, these pickups retain remarkable articulation while still delivering the raw authority that made the Firebird legendary. Independent volume and tone controls, along with a traditional 3-way selector, provide an expansive tonal palette with classic Gibson responsiveness.

Visually, the Cardinal Red finish is stunning: rich, vibrant, and undeniably stage-ready. Combined with the chrome hardware, ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge, stopbar tailpiece, and signature banjo-style planetary tuners, the Firebird carries an unmistakable aesthetic that blends futuristic design with vintage cool.

Weighing in at an ideal 7 lbs 15 oz, this Firebird feels perfectly balanced and resonant whether seated or strapped on for a full set. Complete with its hardshell case, this 1991 Firebird V is more than just a guitar. It is a statement piece, a player’s instrument, and a timeless example of Gibson innovation at its finest.

Other features include:

  • Present Smoke/Tobacco Odor
  • Body Style Reverse Firebird
  • Construction Neck-through-body Mahogany/Walnut
  • Body Wings Mahogany
  • Scale Length 24.75"
  • Fingerboard Rosewood
  • Radius 12"
  • Nut Width ~1.687" (1 11/16")
  • Neck Profile Slim/medium ‘60s style
  • Frets Medium jumbo
  • Pickups 2 mini-humbuckers / Firebird pickups
  • Controls 2 volume, 2 tone, 3-way selector
  • Bridge ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece Stopbar
  • Tuners Banjo-style planetary tuners
  • Hardshell Case
  • 7 lbs 15 oz
  • #92061764

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Listed22 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Firebird V Reissue
Finish
  • Cardinal Red
Categories
Year
  • 1991
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Color Family
  • Red
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Model Family
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Neck Construction
  • Neck-Through
Offset Body
  • Offset Body
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Model Sub-Family
Number of Frets
  • 22

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