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Description

The Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed is a striking blend of classic design and modern innovation, crafted for guitarists who demand both style and performance. This iconic piece takes you back to the heyday of rock 'n' roll with its distinctive non-reversed body shape, yet it's equipped to meet today's musical demands. Known for its unique mini-humbucker pickups, the Firebird delivers a powerful, biting tone that cuts through any mix, making it a favorite for lead guitarists and rhythm players alike.

The neck-through-body construction ensures exceptional sustain and resonance, while the slim taper neck profile offers comfortable playability for fast, intricate solos or soulful blues riffs. The Firebird's timeless design is complemented by high-quality hardware, including a sturdy Tune-O-Matic bridge and Grover tuners, ensuring stability and precision with every note. Whether you're playing in a bustling club or recording in a quiet studio, this guitar promises to deliver a performance that turns heads.

Key Features:

  • Non-reversed body shape
  • Mini-humbucker pickups for a distinctive tone
  • Neck-through-body construction for enhanced sustain
  • Slim taper neck profile for comfortable playability
  • Tune-O-Matic bridge for stable tuning
  • Grover tuners for precise adjustments

Product specs

Brand Gibson
Model Non-Reverse Firebird
Finish Ebony, Ferrari Red, Pelham Blue, Vintage Sunburst
Year 2015
Made In United States
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape Double Cutaway
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type Stop-Bar
Color Family Black, Blue, Brown, Red
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Rosewood
Model Family Gibson Firebird
Model Sub-Family Gibson Firebird V Non Reverse
Neck Construction Set-Neck
Neck Material Mahogany
Number of Frets 22
Number of Strings 6-String
Offset Body Offset Body
Pickup Configuration HH
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Scale Length 24.75"

FAQs

What pickups are used in the Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed?

The Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed is equipped with dual humbucker pickups, offering a powerful and versatile sound suitable for various musical genres.

Is the Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed suitable for beginners?

While the Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed offers professional-grade features and sound, its unique body shape and weight might be challenging for beginners. It's better suited for intermediate to advanced players.

What is the neck profile of the Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed?

The Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed features a comfortable, slim taper neck profile, making it easy to navigate for both rhythm and lead playing.

How does the Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed differ from the Reverse Firebird?

The Non-Reverse Firebird features a distinct body shape and is equipped with dual humbucker pickups, as opposed to the mini-humbuckers typically found in the Reverse Firebird.

What type of music is the Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed best suited for?

The Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed's humbucker pickups provide a rich, full sound ideal for rock, blues, and hard rock genres. Its versatility allows it to handle a wide range of musical styles.

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GIBSON Firebird Non Reverse 2015 EB, FER, FPB & VS

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GIBSON Firebird Non Reverse 2015 EB, FER, FPB & VS

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Glenn DeLaune Demo - Gibson Firebird Studio Non-Reverse

Glenn DeLaune

Glenn DeLaune

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1965 Gibson Firebird Non-Reverse III Sunburst | CME Vintage Demo

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Chicago Music Exchange

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Gibson USA Limited Firebird Non-Reverse VS Gibson USA 2016 Explorer

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GAK

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Gibson Custom 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V with Maestro Vibrola VOS - It's orange & lumpy looking.

60 Cycle Hum

60 Cycle Hum

Reviews

PROS

  • Unique P90 tones with no hum, offering distinctive sonic versatility

  • Exceptional upper fret access enhances playability for lead styles

  • Mini Grover tuners offer stable tuning and quick adjustments

  • High-gloss nitrocellulose finish provides a striking visual appeal

  • Tap P-90 pickups deliver both vintage snarl and modern brightness

  • Push-pull switches for out-of-phase sounds enhance tone creativity

  • Comfortable body design suits both sitting and standing play

  • Versatile tonal range with five-way switching for diverse sound options

  • Solid mahogany construction provides rich sustain

CONS

  • Neck profile may feel unusual to those accustomed to Stratocasters or Les Pauls

  • Bridge pickup requires careful setup to avoid harsh tones

  • Firebird pickups sound might not appeal to everyone

  • Limited availability makes it hard to find

  • Potential need to upgrade pickups for desired vintage sound

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Features and functionality

  • The Firebird's mini-humbuckers are noted for their smooth tone, lacking the sharpness of P90s, and are ideal with light fuzz but not high gain.

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User experience

  • The guitar's large size can feel awkward when sitting, especially for those who aren't particularly tall or have a smaller build.

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Comparisons

  • Owners mention a preference for the 1990 V reissue over newer models, citing better playability and smoother tone.

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Use cases and applications

  • Firebird pickups are praised for their smooth, fluid tone, suitable for clear and shapeable sound rather than punchy high-gain applications.

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Critic Reviews

Gibson Non-Reverse Firebirds: everything you need to know | Guitar World

guitarworld.com

The Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed is a unique twist on a classic design, aimed at resolving some of the original's shortcomings. While it retains the iconic look, the non-reverse models are easier to manufacture and handle, thanks to a flatter body and glued-in neck, making them more accessible in price. However, they lack the neck-through construction of the original, which might disappoint purists. The build quality and aesthetic appeal remain strong, but the non-reverse models didn't quite capture the market's imagination, leading to their discontinuation. Overall, a mixed bag for those seeking a blend of history and practicality.

The Big Review: Gibson Custom ’63 Firebird V & ’65 Non-Reverse Firebird V

guitar.com

Gibson's Custom '63 Firebird V and '65 Non-Reverse Firebird V are stunning showcases of vintage aesthetic and modern craftsmanship. The guitars boast impressive tonal versatility, with the reverse Firebird offering a richer sonic palette while the Non-Reverse model provides a more familiar feel with its enhanced balance. Despite minor finish imperfections and the hefty price tag, they deliver a unique blend of style and substance that collectors and players will appreciate. Though their design quirks, like neck dive on the reverse model, may not be for everyone, the allure of their rare finishes and historical significance makes them standout pieces.

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apostoloff

Fantastic guitar, a real collector's item. Only 300 have been made! Mine is for sale!

The guitar's body is crafted from solid Grade-A mahogany, and dressed in an authentic high-gloss nitrocellulose finish in Vintage Sunburst. Its quarter-sawn, Grade-A mahogany neck is carved to a thin '60s profile and glued in. Beyond the PLEK-cut Corian nut, it carries a traditional "hawk's head" six-in-line headstock with high-quality Mini Grover kidney button tuners, while down at the body end a Tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece—considerable upgrades from original components—help to ensure optimum resonance and sustain, while facilitating pinpoint intonation adjustments. With such a solid foundation beneath it, the piece de resistance of the Firebird Studio's tonal arsenal lies in its complement of three great new Gibson pickups and hotrodded electronics to make the most of their sonic potential. A trio of Gibson USA's revolutionary new Tapped P-90 pickups provides all the fat snarl, crunch and bite that vintage P-90s are known for, with the option of the brighter, twangier sound of a thinner single-coil pickup accessed via the push-pull switch on each pickup's independent volume control. Not "split coil" switching as used on humbucking pickups, the switch on each of these single-coil Tap P-90 pickups accesses a genuine tap wired into the coil windings of each unit, grounding off part of its output to produce a brighter, more focused tone when the switch is pulled. Combine this with the push-pull switch on the master tone pot which puts the middle pickup out of phase when combined with either the bridge or neck unit, and five-way switching to access bridge/bridge+middle/middle/neck+middle/neck pickup selections (either tapped or full), the Firebird Studio offers an unprecedented tonal range.

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peasinafookinpod420

Awesome Guitar

got mine while on tour in Nashville in a pawn shop. My is a fiesta red with my "Free Rider" Firebird Mini Humbuckers in them, a bigsby b5, and a Harmonica bridge and brass nut. It also has Coil Splits and In/Out of phase switching and a killswitch. I use it for our cover of Nirvana's "Lithium" and "Breed".

jack_simpson

Amazing guitar

There is so much that you can do with this guitar and many sounds you can get from it

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See how Warren Haynes uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Warren Haynes

Guitarist

The Allman Brothers Band

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In the video "Bad Man Walking" by Gov't Mule, Warren Haynes plays a 2002 Gibson Custom Shop Non-Reversed Firebird in natural finish and phthalo blue.

See how Paul Weller uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Paul Weller

Singer, Guitarist

The Style Council

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minute 0:40

Paul Weller - Hung Up

See how Steve Jones uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Steve Jones

Guitarist

Sex Pistols

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Steve Jones playing a Gibson Firebird onstage at the Sex Pistols' last show ever at Winterland in San Francisco, California. Photo by Roberta Bayley .

See how Brian Jones uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Brian Jones

Guitarist, Keyboardist

The Rolling Stones

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Brian Jones used the first generation of the non reverse, which can be seen in the show of Ed Sulivan show and in some other presentations between 1966 - 1967

See how Mike Ness uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Mike Ness

Singer, Guitarist

Social Distortion

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On the back of the “Mommy’s Little Monster” record, there’s a picture of Mike playing a non-reverse sunburst firebird with a Gibson Maestro Tremolo system. I’m not sure how often he actually played it, but he definitely did use it.

See how Aaron Dessner uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Aaron Dessner

Guitarist

The National

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Aaron Dessner is seen using a Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed, which he acquired after his brother Bryce. Unlike Bryce's model, which features SHH pickups, Aaron's Firebird is equipped with P-90s. This is evident from a user-uploaded photo taken at Boston Calling.

See how Gem Archer uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Gem Archer

Guitarist

Oasis

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Gem Archer used Non-Reversed Firebirds during his time with Oasis.

First one, which was red, was used when Archer started out in the Oasis, around 2000. It also has been seen in performance of "Go Let It Out", which was the first performance of the particular song ever made. This performance happened at Jools Holland's 2000 Oasis performance. And it was also used in "Go Let It Out" music video. Also, this guitar was used on Wembley 2000 performance, again most notably for "Go Let It Out". He continued using this guitar, and it was also seen 8 years later, at the Wembley 2008 performance, most notably for "Cigarettes and Alcohol". This guitar was also used with Beady Eye - most notably for "Man Of Misery", which was performed on June 12, 2011. Of course, this is not the only performance and only song he played the Firebird. He also played it for "In The Bubble With A Bullet" live at Heineken Music Hall in 2011 and many more performances.

Anthony Chabala, administator of Gem Archer Gear, writes :

This vintage Gibson Non-Reverse Firebird has seen quite a bit of action over the years and seems to be Gem's "go-to" guitar. The only difference between what is in his hands now versus his Oasis days is the addition of chrome pickup covers on top of the Dimarzio humbuckers. He also added a "Bad Ass" bridge. Proudly, I have had the opportunity to have this guitar in my hands, and I found the neck to be slightly slimmer than that of my custom shop version of the same guitar.

Second one, tobaccoburst, was used during the modern days with Oasis, and it was used during Wembley 2008. concert, most notably for "Slide Away". About the tobaccoburst one, Gem Archer Gear writes :

This vintage Non-Reverse Firebird has also been seen in Gem's hands throughout the Oasis years and leading up to present day. It has three P-90 Soapbar pickups, and from my vantage point, Gem always plays it through the bridge pickup.

See how Steve Winwood uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Steve Winwood

Singer, Guitarist

The Spencer Davis Group

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This Premier Guitar article states, " To celebrate, Gibson Guitar Chairman and CEO Henry Juszkiewicz presented Winwood with an exclusively designed Gibson Firebird guitar. The guitar is a replica of Winwood''s favorite Firebird from the 1960s, which was stolen while on tour at that time." And the picture shows Winwood with a non-reverse Firebird.

See how Bryce Dessner uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Bryce Dessner

Guitarist

The National

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Verified via The Current from Minnesota Public Radio

From a 2013 "The Current" interview:

"What kind of guitar is it?

It's a 1965 non-reversed Gibson Firebird.

Where did you get it?

That's an interesting story. Ben Lanz, who plays trombone, he and I found it on eBay, covered in stickers and bad neon paint, and it was stripped of its electronics. A Gibson Firebird is a very sought-after vintage instrument. They're difficult to find for less than $6,000 or $7,000. This one, just the wood alone was worth a lot of money. Whoever had it didn't realize it was worth something, so they were selling it for $300. So we bought it because we could tell, based on the neck and a brass electronics plate in there, that it was vintage.

And then I stripped the paint off and found the serial number and it's a 1965, so that was a good return on my investment. It's worth at least 10 times what I paid for it.

We rebuilt it ourselves and put Lollar pickups — they're hand-wound pickups from California — in it. So it's now my main instrument. It's really fun."

Can be seen in this video at 0:15: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goUjS4ueCzQ&feature=youtu.be

See how Brian Aubert uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Brian Aubert

Singer, Guitarist

Silversun Pickups

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Verified via Photo

In this photo, Aubert is visible playing Gibson Non-Reversed Firebird.

See how Wayne Kramer uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Wayne Kramer

Guitarist

MC5

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Verified via Vintage Guitar® magazine

Gibson Firebird V non reverse. Then I started playing a Firebird, then a Stratocaster, and I stuck with those for a long time.

See how Zach Myers uses Gibson Firebird Non-Reversed

Zach Myers

Guitarist

Shinedown

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Zach Myers could be seen playing with a Gibson Firebird.

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