Epiphone - 1963 Firebird V Ember Red
The Gibson Custom-inspired 1963 Firebird V Ember Red from Epiphone embodies the essence of vintage electric guitars, with exceptional attention to detail. Boasting a solid 9-ply mahogany and walnut body, this Firebird offers a distinctive aesthetic and a through-body neck for superior tonal stability. Its Gibson USA Firebird Mini-Humbucker pickups, along with premium electronics such as CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors, deliver authentic '60s sound. It's topped off with the Maestro Vibrola tailpiece for unique vibrato effects.
Presentation
The 9-ply mahogany and walnut neck-through body, paired with solid mahogany wings, provides exceptional resonance and solid construction.
The 1963 Firebird neck profile and Indian laurel fingerboard with mother-of-pearl trapezoid inlays provide smooth playability and comfort for discerning players.
Featuring Kluson banjo-style tuners, this guitar retains the vintage charm of the original, while the Epiphone ABR bridge and updated Maestro Vibrola tailpiece with engraved logo ensure stable intonation and vibrant expression.
Aesthetic details like the white pickguard with red Firebird embossed logo and the Ember Red finish add a striking visual touch.
Electronically, Gibson USA Firebird Mini-Humbucker pickups with Alnico 5 magnets produce a rich tonal palette, from clean and dynamic tones to warm and saturated tones.
Controls include two volume knobs, two tone knobs, a three-way Switchcraft selector switch, and premium components like CTS potentiometers and Mallory capacitors for exceptional sonic precision.
Complete with an Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom hardshell case, the Firebird V Ember Red embodies the rebellious and timeless spirit of this legendary model. A guitar that combines style, performance and musical heritage.
Features
Other features
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Epiphone 1963 Firebird V Ember Red
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Electric guitar
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Series: Inspired by Gibson Custom
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Manufacturer reference: EIGC63FB5EMRNM1
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Body shape: Firebird
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Scale: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
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Color: Ember Red (amber red)
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Varnish: gloss
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Assembly: neck-through
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Body: Mahogany / Walnut
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Neck: Mahogany / Walnut
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Neck shape: 1963 Firebird
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Fingerboard: Laurel
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Fingerboard inlays: Trapezoid, mother-of-pearl
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Radius: 12" (305 mm)
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Frets: 22, medium jumbo
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Neck binding: cream
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Nut: 43 mm (1.692”), Graph Tech
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Neck pickup: Gibson USA Mini-Humbucker Firebird, Alnico 5
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Bridge pickup: Gibson USA Mini-Humbucker Firebird, Alnico 5
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Controls: 2 volumes, 2 tones
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Potentiometers: CTS
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Capacitor: Mallory
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3-position Switchcraft selector
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Knobs: Black with silver reflectors
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Bridge: Tune-O-Matic Epiphone ABR
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Tailpiece: Maestro Vibrola
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Pickguard: 3-ply white / black / white + red Firebird logo
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Machine heads: Planetary (Banjo type) Kluson
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Hardware color: Nickel
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Strings: 010/046
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Supplied in hard case
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The 1963 version of the Firebird V offered by Epiphone distinguishes itself from previous models by faithfully reproducing vintage features while incorporating modern components for increased reliability.
The Epiphone 1963 Firebird V Ember Red is a model that is part of a tradition of electric guitars with a unique style and tone.
From the "Inspired by Gibson Custom" series, this guitar continues a legacy while offering modern players the opportunity to rediscover the sound and style of the great rock and blues legends who shaped music with this iconic instrument.
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