When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Epiphone 2024 “Inspired by Gibson Custom” 1963 Firebird V

Color: Ember Red Weight: 8lbs 15oz/8.9lbs Serial: 24051524448

Excellent Condition

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

Looking to trade a guitar? We’re always interested in great used guitars! Drop us a message!

A Legend Reborn: Authentic Firebird Tone and Feel

This isn't just another guitar; it's a piece of rock and roll history, meticulously recreated. This pre-owned Epiphone, born from a collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop, brings the iconic 1963 Firebird V roaring into the present. From the unmistakable reverse body shape to the Ember Red finish, it's a guitar that makes a statement before you even play a note. The neck-through-body construction, a nine-ply laminate of mahogany and walnut, is the heart of the Firebird's legendary sustain, providing a resonance you can feel through the whole instrument.

Authentic Voice: Gibson USA Mini Humbuckers

The real magic happens when you plug it in. This Firebird V is loaded with a pair of Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbuckers with Alnico 5 magnets. These pickups deliver the holy grail of Firebird tone, a perfect middle ground between the bite of a single-coil and the warmth of a full-sized humbucker. The result is a sound with incredible clarity, articulation, and a gritty punch when you dig in. The controls are just as impressive, featuring a hand-wired harness with CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors for a truly responsive and dynamic tonal palette.

Classic Hardware and Unmistakable Vibe

Every detail is crafted to capture the vintage experience. The classic Maestro Vibrola tailpiece invites expressive, shimmering vibrato, while the rock-solid Epiphone ABR bridge ensures stable tuning and precise intonation. At the other end, Kluson "Banjo-style" Planetary tuners not only look the part but provide smooth, reliable performance. The 1963 Firebird neck profile feels substantial yet comfortable, perfect for both chording and fast lead work, making this guitar a true player's piece with an authentic vintage soul.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Body Style: Firebird

Body Shape: Firebird

Body Material: 9-ply Mahogany/Walnut Neck-Through

Side: Solid Mahogany Wings

Binding: Single-ply Cream, Fretboard

Body Finish: Gloss

Neck Profile: 1963 Firebird

Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in

Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel

Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in

Neck Material: 9-ply Mahogany/Walnut

Fret Count: 22

Frets: Medium Jumbo

Nut Material: Graph Tech

Nut Width: 43.0 mm / 1.692 in

Inlays: Mother of Pearl Trapezoid

Joint: Neck-Through-Body Construction

Finish: Nickel

Bridge: Epiphone ABR

Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola

Tuning Machines: Kluson "Banjo-style" Planetary

Pickguard: 3-ply White; Firebird Logo Hotstamp in Red

Truss Rod: Dual Action

Truss Rod Cover: Black with Epiphone Logo in Gold

Control Knobs: Gold with Silver Reflectors (Frost Blue) or Black with Silver Reflectors (Ember Red)

Switch Tip: Ivory

Control Covers: Black with Inspired by Gibson Custom Hotstamped Logo

Strap Buttons: 3 - Bottom, Shoulder, and Neck Heel - Historic Firebird Strap Button Placement Locations

Mounting Rings: Nickel

Neck Pickup: Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbucker with Alnico 5 Magnet

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

Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, Hand-wired with CTS Potentiometers and Mallory Capacitors

Pickup Selector: 3-way Switchcraft

Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft

Case: Hardshell

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.