Up for sale, a 1999 Gibson Firebird V in 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. Featuring 9-ply mahogany/walnut neck-through construction, the instrument's warmth and natural sustain translates faithfully through the pair of Gibson’s hot Firebird pickups. The tone is rich and full, with plenty of midrange content and an aggressive treble bite. This Firebird V weighs 9lbs 7oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation.
Neck Specs:
-Wood: Mahogany/Walnut
-Shape: Slender C, measuring .820” 1st fret, .890” 12th.
-Fretboard: Rosewood, pearloid flared trapezoid inlay
-Frets: Medium jumbo, no wear
-Scale Length: 24 3/4“
-Nut: 1 11/16”
-Tuners: Banjo
-Serialization: Eight-digit stamp dates to ‘99
Body Specs:
-Wood: Mahogany/Walnut
-Pickups: Firebird mini humbucker x2
-Harness: Gibson-stamped Alpha pots
-Hardware: ABR-1 bridge, Stopbar
-Plastics: Reflector cap knobs, Three-ply pickguard with silkscreened Firebird graphic
The gloss Vintage Sunburst finish exhibits lacquer checking across the body, an area of buckle wear central to the back, and signs of use including pick scuffing on top and minor marks along the lower bout perimeter. The smooth nitro gloss on the neck profile is smooth and clean save for a couple spots of wear through the gloss on the shoulders behind frets 6 and 8.
A modern hardshell case is included.