Gibson
1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V Reissue, VOS, Vintage Sunburst
ElectricNon-Reverse FirebirdUS
No ratings yet$4,499
Time Travel in Non-Reverse The second version of the Firebird carried the offset platform into new sonic territories. With its lightweight set-neck construction and the flipped 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 profiles and construction methods to provide an undeniable looking, feeling and sounding instrument.
Best for
RockClassic RockBlues RockHard Rock
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Score
estimated from specs & owner reviews75
Overall / 100
Playability
75
Sound
68
Build
87
Value
65
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Specifications
Suggest an edit| Brand | Gibson |
|---|---|
| Type | Electric |
| Country | US |
| Body wood | Solid Mahogany |
| Neck wood | Solid Mahogany |
| Fretboard | Indian Rosewood |
| Strings | 6 |
| Frets | 22 |
| Scale length | 24.75" |
| Pickups | Firebird Alnico 5 / Firebird Alnico V |
| Accessories | Certificate of Authenticity |
| Binding | None |
| Body Finish | Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina) |
| Body shape | Non-Reverse Firebird |
| Body Styles | Firebird |
| Bridge | ABR-1 |
| Bridge pickup | Firebird Alnico V |
| Case | Custom Shop Black with Yellow Lining |
| Control Covers | Black |
| Control Knobs | Gold Top Hats w/ Silver Inserts |
| Controls | 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 2 500K CTS Tone Pots, Hand-Wired Harness |
| End Of Board Width | 56.89mm / 2.24in |
| Finish | Nickel |
| Fretboard inlay | Pearloid Dot |
| Fretboard radius | 304.8mm / 12.0in |
| Fret Count | 22 |
| Joint | Hide Glue Fit |
| Model | FBNR5VOVSNM1 |
| Neck pickup | Firebird Alnico 5 |
| Nut | Nylon |
| Nut width | 42.85mm / 1.69in |
| Output Jack | Switchcraft |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply White/Black/White |
| Pickup Selector | 3-Way Switchcraft |
| Profile | 60s SlimTaper C |
| Saddle Material | Nickel-plated Brass |
| Strap Buttons | Aluminum |
| String gauges | .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 |
| Switch Tip | Cream |
| Tailpiece | Maestro Vibrola |
| Truss rod | 2-way Adjustable |
| Truss Rod Cover | Black 1-Ply Gibson Hot-stamped |
| Tuner Plating | Nickel |
| Weight Relief | None |
| Street price | $4,499 |
