Description
Description
The 12-string electric guitar has been a mainstay of popular music since the mid-1960s when it was embraced by bands like the Beatles and the Byrds. Gibson's iconic EDS-1275’s appeal has led to its use on many classic recordings and arena concert stages, but for those who prefer a lighter 12-string electric guitar with a single neck configuration, Gibson Custom Shop 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, jangle, and chime you need in a well-balanced, highly playable, vintage-inspired electric 12-string.
Specs
Specs
General
| Series: | Gibson Custom Shop Historic |
| Country of Manufacture: | Made in the USA |
| Serial Number: | CS401466 |
| Product Color: | Aqua Mist |
| Relic/Aging Level: | VOS (Vintage Original Spec) |
| Case Type: | Hardshell Case Included |
| Factory Setup: | E Standard (E-A-D-G-B-E) |
Body
| Body Material: | Mahogany |
| Body Finish: | Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
Neck
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Finish: | Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Neck Tint/Color: | Aqua Mist |
| Neck Shape: | Traditional 1960s SlimTaper C Profile |
| Fingerboard Material: | Indian Rosewood |
| Headstock Veneer: | Black |
| Nut Material: | Corian |
| Nut Width: | 1.6875" (42.86mm) |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12" (304.8mm) |
| Scale Length: | 24.75" (628.65mm) |
| Number of Frets: | 22 Frets |
| Neck Joint: | Hide Glue Fit |
| Fingerboard Inlay: | Nitrocellulose Dots |
| Inlay Shape: | Dots |
| Side Marker Inlay: | Dots |
| Headstock Inlay/Decal: | Mother of Pearl Logo |
Electronics
| Bridge Pickup: | Firebird Alnico 5 |
| Neck Pickup: | Firebird Alnico 5 |
| Controls and Switching: | 3-Way Slider |
| Electronics Notes: | 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 500k CTS Potentiometers, Bumblebee Capacitors, Hand-wired Harness |
Hardware
| Hardware Color: | Aged Nickel |
| Bridge: | ABR-1 |
| Tailpiece: | 12-String Claw |
| Tuning Machines: | Kluson Six on a Side Strips |
| Fret Wire: | Authentic Medium-Jumbo |
| Saddle: | Metal |
| Pickguard: | 3-Ply White Non-Reverse Firebird |
| Truss Rod Cover: | Black |
| Knobs: | Gold Top Hat with Silver Insert |