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Gibson 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V 12-String Reissue, Aqua Mist VOS
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1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V 12-String Reissue, Aqua Mist VOS

ElectricNon-Reverse FirebirdUS
No ratings yet$5,999

Sparkle, Jangle, and Chime, Refined Gibson Custom is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail. The 12-string electric guitar has been a mainstay of popular music since the mid-1960s when its unmistakable jangle was embraced by bands such as The Beatles and The Byrds. Gibson’s iconic EDS-1275 has starred on many classic recordings and concert stages the world over, but for those who prefer to play a 12-string electric guitar without a six-string attached to it, Gibson Custom is proud to introduce the 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V 12-String Reissue. This recreation of the highly collectible model from 1965 remains faithful to the guitar that inspired it, with one key improvement – a full 1 11/16” neck width instead of the narrower neck found on the original. We also returned to the classic 1959 Oldsmobile color chart that has been the source of some of the historic Gibson custom colors for the beautiful Aqua Mist VOS finish. Equipped with a pair of Firebird pickups with Alnico 5 magnets, it delivers all the sparkle and chime you need in a well-balanced, highly playable, vintage-inspired electric 12-string.

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Score

estimated from specs & owner reviews
75
Overall / 100
Playability
75
Sound
68
Build
87
Value
65

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Specifications

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Specifications for 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V 12-String Reissue, Aqua Mist VOS
BrandGibson
TypeElectric
CountryUS
Body woodMahogany
Neck woodMahogany
FretboardIndian Rosewood
Strings11
Frets22
Scale length24.75"
PickupsFirebird Alnico 5 / Firebird Alnico 5
Body FinishNitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
Body shapeNon-Reverse Firebird
Body StylesFirebird
BridgeABR-1
Bridge pickupFirebird Alnico 5
CaseCustom Shop Hardshell
Control CoversNon-Reverse Firebird
Control KnobsGold Top Hat with Silver Insert
Controls2 Volume, 2 Tone, 500k CTS Potentiometers, Bumblebee Capacitors, Hand-wired Harness
End Of Board Width56.89mm / 2.24in
FinishAged Nickel
Fretboard inlayNitrocellulose Dot
Fretboard radius304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count22
Headstock InlayGibson Logo and Split Diamond-Inspired Twin Triangle Inlays in Mother of Pearl
JointHide Glue Fit
ModelFBNR12VOAQNH1
Neck pickupFirebird Alnico 5
NutCorian
Nut width42.86mm / 1.69in
Output JackSwitchcraft 1/4"
Pickguard3-ply White Non-Reverse Firebird
Pickup Selector3-way Slider
Profile60s SlimTaper C
Strap Buttons2
String gauges.010, 010, .013, .013, .008, .017, .012, .026, .018, .036, .026, .046
Tailpiece12-String Claw
Truss rodStandard
Truss Rod CoverBlack
TunersKluson Six on a Side Strip (x2)
Street price$5,999

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