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.
Specs
Type | Solid Body |
Colour | Vintage Sunburst |
Orientation | Right Handed |
Number of Strings | 6 |
Body Shape | Designer (Firebird) |
Body Material | Solid Mahogany |
Body Finish | Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina) |
Neck Material | Solid Mahogany |
Neck Shape | Traditional 1960s SlimTaper C Profile |
Fretboard Material | Indian Rosewood |
Number of Frets | 22 |
Fretboard Inlays | Pearloid Dots |
Fretboard Radius | 12" (304.8mm) |
Nut Material | Nylon |
Nut Width | 1.687" (42.85mm) |
Neck Pickups | Firebird Alnico V |
Bridge Pickups | Firebird Alnico V |
Controls | 2 X Volume (500K CTS), 2 X Tone (500K CTS); Hand-Wired Harness, 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch |
Pickguard | 3-Ply White/Black/White |
Bridge | ABR-1 Bridge withNickel-plated Brass and Maestro Vibrola Tailpiece |
Strings | .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 |
Case/ Bag | Custom Shop Black with Yellow Lining |
