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Condition: Used, Excellent
SP Luthier Notes: This instrument has been carefully inspected and, if necessary, serviced by our certified luthier to ensure it is in excellent playing condition.
The Gibson Murphy Lab Firebird is a striking, vintage-inspired instrument that combines iconic design with rich, expressive tone. Its neck-through construction and layered mahogany body deliver impressive sustain and resonance, while the Firebird Alnico V pickups provide clear, punchy tones with a unique blend of warmth and bite. The medium C neck profile and rosewood fingerboard offer a smooth, comfortable playing experience across all 22 frets. Finished in lightly aged Murphy Lab nitro, it captures the look and feel of a well-played original with remarkable authenticity. Bold, resonant, and full of character, this Firebird brings a distinctive voice that stands out in any mix!
From Gibson Guitars
When Gibson hired famed automotive designer Ray Dietrich to create a radical new solid body guitar, rock 'n roll history ensued. With its offset shape, neck-through construction, and scorching mini-humbuckers™, the '63 Firebird™ V became an instant classic. The Gibson Custom Shop is proud to present this exacting replica of a vintage original, which uses authentic contours, dimensions and construction methods for an incredible ownership and playing experience. It features Ultra Light Aging by the skilled artisans of the Murphy Lab. The Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged finish treatment, paired with lightly aged hardware, simulates decades of light play wear, giving it the unique character, vibe, and feel of an original example from the Gibson Golden Era.
Body Finish: Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material: Layered Mahogany
Body Shape: Firebird
Body Styles: Firebird
Weight Relief: None
End Of Board Width: 56.89mm / 2.24in
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count: 22
Frets: Authentic Medium-Jumbo
Inlays: Aged Cellulose Nitrate Trapezoid
Joint: Neck-Through Construction
Neck Material: 9-ply Mahogany/Walnut Neck-Through
Nut Material: Nylon
Nut Width: 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile: Medium C
Scale Length: 628.65mm / 24.75in
Bridge Pickup: Firebird Alnico V
Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 500K CTS Potentiometers, Hand-Wired Harness
Neck Pickup: Firebird Alnico 5
Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
Bridge: ABR-1
Control Covers: Black
Control Knobs: Gold Top Hats w/ Silver Inserts
finish: Nickel; Murphy Lab Light Aged
Pickguard: 3-Ply White/Black/White Firebird Hot-stamped
Pickup Covers: Nickel
Saddle Material: Nickel-plated Brass
Strap Buttons: Aluminum
Switch Tip: Cream
Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
Truss Rod: 2-way Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: Black 1-Ply Gibson Hot-stamped
Tuner Plating: Nickel
Tuning Machines: Deluxe Banjo Tuners
Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
Weight: 8lbs 9oz
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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