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Gibson Custom Shop 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V Vintage Sunburst VOS w/Maestro Vibrola

Gibson Custom Shop 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V Vintage Sunburst VOS w/Maestro Vibrola

Regular price $ 73,951.00
Regular price $ 82,170.00 Sale price $ 73,951.00

Serial Number: 400775

Weight: 7lbs 14oz

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Description

Gibson Custom Shop

Carrying on Orville Gibson’s historic pursuit of sonic excellence and aesthetic perfection, the Gibson Custom Shop combines traditional instrument-making techniques, innovative methods, and meticulous attention to detail to craft instruments worthy of its banner-era slogan, “Only a Gibson is Good Enough.”

This instrument exclusively features woods hand-picked by CME’s expert guitar-buying team at the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, paired with one of our favorite finishes, plus a thoughtful combination of preferred fingerboards, neck profiles, pickups, and hardware, to make this customized Gibson guitar. 

Specs

General

Series: Gibson Custom Shop Historic
Country of Manufacture: Made in the USA
Serial Number: 400775
Product Color: Vintage Sunburst
Relic/Aging Level: VOS (Vintage Original Spec)
Case Type: Hardshell Case Included
Factory Setup: .010-.046, E Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E)

Body

Body Shape: Firebird
Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck

Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Shape: Authentic '65 Slim C
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
Nut Material: Nylon
Nut Width: 1.687" (42.85mm)
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65mm)
Number of Frets: 22 Frets
Neck Joint: Set Neck
Fingerboard Inlay: Pearloid Dots
Inlay Shape: Dots

Electronics

Bridge Pickup: Gibson Firebird Alnico 5
Neck Pickup: Gibson Firebird Alnico 5
Controls and Switching: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Switch
Electronics Notes: CTS Potentiometers and Hand-Wired Harness

Hardware

Hardware Color: Nickel
Bridge: Maestro Vibrola
Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
Tuning Machines: 6 in Line Firebird
Fret Wire: Authentic Medium Jumbo
Saddle: Nickel Plated Brass
Pickguard: 3-Ply White/Black/White Firebird Hot-Stamped
Truss Rod Cover: Black 1-Ply Gibson Hot-Stamped
Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Silver Insert
Switch Cap: Cream
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SKU: FBNR5VOVSNM1-400775-U1

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Weight: 7lbs 14oz
Serial Number: 400775

Specs

General

Series: Gibson Custom Shop Historic
Country of Manufacture: Made in the USA
Serial Number: 400775
Product Color: Vintage Sunburst
Relic/Aging Level: VOS (Vintage Original Spec)
Case Type: Hardshell Case Included
Factory Setup: .010-.046, E Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E)

Body

Body Shape: Firebird
Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck

Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Shape: Authentic '65 Slim C
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
Nut Material: Nylon
Nut Width: 1.687" (42.85mm)
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65mm)
Number of Frets: 22 Frets
Neck Joint: Set Neck
Fingerboard Inlay: Pearloid Dots
Inlay Shape: Dots

Electronics

Bridge Pickup: Gibson Firebird Alnico 5
Neck Pickup: Gibson Firebird Alnico 5
Controls and Switching: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Switch
Electronics Notes: CTS Potentiometers and Hand-Wired Harness

Hardware

Hardware Color: Nickel
Bridge: Maestro Vibrola
Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
Tuning Machines: 6 in Line Firebird
Fret Wire: Authentic Medium Jumbo
Saddle: Nickel Plated Brass
Pickguard: 3-Ply White/Black/White Firebird Hot-Stamped
Truss Rod Cover: Black 1-Ply Gibson Hot-Stamped
Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Silver Insert
Switch Cap: Cream