{"product_id":"1965-gibson-firebird-i-sunburst","title":"1965 Gibson Firebird I, Sunburst","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very clean 1965 Gibson Firebird I, finished in Sunburst and surviving in superb original condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe non-reverse Firebirds have always had a slightly different appeal to the earlier reverse-body models. Introduced as Gibson moved the Firebird into a more conventional format, they retain plenty of offset style but with a more familiar solidbody feel. This example has a great look, with the one-piece body shown off beautifully by the Sunburst finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition-wise, this is an excellent example. The body shows a few small dings and signs of use, but nothing that detracts from the overall appearance. Importantly, there are no breaks, repairs, touch-ups or modifications, and no sign of any headstock damage, which is always good news on a vintage Firebird.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is very comfortable, measuring 40mm at the nut, with a depth of 19.7mm at the 1st fret and 24.3mm at the 12th. There is no real wear to the back of the neck or fingerboard, and the original frets still have plenty of life left in them. At 3.24kg, it is also a nicely manageable weight and sits very well in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pickguard shows some slight shrinkage, but nothing that threatens its integrity. The hardware is in good condition, with no notable corrosion, and the guitar retains a well-preserved appearance overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectrically, everything looks as you would hope to see. The solder joints appear correct and undisturbed, and the pots date to week 39 of 1965. The two P-90s read 7.97k at the neck and 7.72k at the bridge, and sound excellent: gritty, clear and well balanced, with plenty of bite and definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb mid-’60s non-reverse Firebird with no breaks, no repairs, strong originality and a great pair of P-90s. It comes complete with its original case and a custom made additional case, both of which are in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54629851758931,"sku":"500635","price":6495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/7258\/4275\/files\/1965GibsonNon-ReverseFirebird-4.jpg?v=1787216810","url":"https:\/\/www.atbguitars.com\/products\/1965-gibson-firebird-i-sunburst","provider":"ATB Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}