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Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | Original |
| Body Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material: | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Neck Profile: | "C" profile |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | .82" (1st fret), .98" (12th fret) |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-5/8" |
| Scale Length: | 24 3/4" |
| Electronics: | The pickup has been replaced with a vintage Gibson mini-humbucker with patent number sticker; the cover has been replaced. The pickup has been wired into the harness, which is otherwise original. The pot codes date to 1963. |
| Pickup Measurements: | 7.0k |
| Hardware: | An additional strap button was added to the bass shoulder. The pickguard is cracked in one corner, and is held down with a screw and washer. |
| Weight: | 7lbs 8oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | -The pickup route was modified for a humbucker, and has a small mahogany shim glued in -The pickup has been replaced -Added strap button |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Gibson Firebird has aged nicely, with play wear and light checking throughout. The back of the body has moderately heavy buckle rash, and the hardware is well tarnished. Some of the plastics are cracked, and the back of the neck is glossy and smooth. |
| Serial Number: | 169107 |
| Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and the truss rod is adjustable. The frets are fairly low with light play wear. The serial number dates to 1964. |