Part of the “Inspired By Series” from the Gibson Custom Shop, the Johnny Winter 1963 Firebird V is a true-to-form replica of Winters’ battle-worn axe. It’s a lightweight Mahogany guitar with a Rosewood neck and two Gibson Mini Humbuckers that wield a surprising amount of kick. This particular model was limited to only 100 pieces – making it an excellent choice for any collector – but it looks just as good in-hand as it does on the wall. Comes with original hardshell case and COA.
Standard Specifications
General Info
Brand: | Gibson |
Model: |
Custom Shop Signature Johnny Winter ’63 Firebird V |
Color: |
Vintage Sunburst |
Serial: |
087 |
Weight: |
7 lbs 17 oz |
Condition: |
Excellent |
Body
Top Material: | N/A |
Body Material: | Mahogany |
Finish: | Nitrocellulose |
Neck
Material: |
9-Ply Mahogany/Walnut |
Finish: | Nitrocellulose |
Fingerboard Material/Radius: | Rosewood, 12″ |
Frets (Number and Size): | 22, Medium |
Inlays: |
Trapezoid |
Nut (Material and Width): | Nylon, 11/16“ |
Scale Length: |
24.75″ |
Profile: |
Firebird Rounded |
Electronics
Pickups: |
Gibson Mini Humbuckers |
Pickup Switching: | 3-Way |
Controls: |
2 Volume & 2 Tone |
Hardware
Tuning Machines: |
Kluson Firebird Tuners |
Bridge: | Tune-O-Matic |
Pickguard: |
Single Ply White Firebird Guard |
Control Knobs: |
Reflectors |
Hardware Finish: |
Aged Nickel |
Accessories
Original Hardshell Case