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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

Serial Number: 200005

Weight: 8lbs 5oz

Description

Condition: Minor scratches and swirling in finish all over body and headstock.

The second version of the Firebird carried the offset platform into new sonic territories. With its lightweight set-neck construction and the equipped orientation of the neck and body, the '65 Firebird V became beloved and revered for its functionality and style. This Custom Shop recreation uses authentic proles and construction methods to provide an undeniable looking, feeling and sounding instrument.

Serial #: 200005
Weight: 8 lbs 5 oz

Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
Weight Relief: None
Binding: None

Neck: Solid Mahogany
Profile: Authentic '65 Slim C-Shape
Nut width: 1.687" / 42.85mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue Fit
Scale length: 24.75" / 628.65mm
Number of frets: 22
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Pearloid Dot

Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
Knobs: Gold Top Hats w/ Silver Inserts
Plating: Nickel

Neck pickup: Firebird Alnico V
Bridge pickup: Firebird Alnico V
Controls: 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness

Case: Custom Shop Black with Yellow Lining
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SKU: FBNR5VOVSNM1-200005-FD

Description

Condition: Minor scratches and swirling in finish all over body and headstock.

The second version of the Firebird carried the offset platform into new sonic territories. With its lightweight set-neck construction and the equipped orientation of the neck and body, the '65 Firebird V became beloved and revered for its functionality and style. This Custom Shop recreation uses authentic proles and construction methods to provide an undeniable looking, feeling and sounding instrument.

Serial #: 200005
Weight: 8 lbs 5 oz

Body Material: 1-Piece Solid Mahogany
Weight Relief: None
Binding: None

Neck: Solid Mahogany
Profile: Authentic '65 Slim C-Shape
Nut width: 1.687" / 42.85mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood, Hide Glue Fit
Scale length: 24.75" / 628.65mm
Number of frets: 22
Nut: Nylon
Inlay: Pearloid Dot

Bridge: ABR-1
Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
Knobs: Gold Top Hats w/ Silver Inserts
Plating: Nickel

Neck pickup: Firebird Alnico V
Bridge pickup: Firebird Alnico V
Controls: 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness

Case: Custom Shop Black with Yellow Lining