Gibson Custom Dealer Select 1963 Firebird V Double Gold Ultra Light Aged w/Case

Serial #407683 • Weight: 8 lb 10.6 oz

The Dealer Select 1963 Firebird V is a striking reimagining of Gibson’s radical offset classic, finished in Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged Double Gold. With its iconic neck-through construction, slim taper feel, and unmistakable reverse body style, the Firebird has long been the choice of adventurous players from Johnny Winter to Allen Collins.

This Dealer Select build takes the Firebird’s trademark bite and smooth sustain and adds a touch of collectible exclusivity, pairing historically accurate construction with hand-aged character. Fitted with unpotted Custombuckers, a long Maestro Vibrola, and gold top hat knobs, this guitar balances vintage-correct tone with show-stopping style.

Highlights

• Tone Shop Guitars Dealer Select exclusive in Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged Double Gold
• Reverse Firebird body with mahogany wings and multi-ply neck-through design
• Unpotted Custombuckers deliver open, dynamic tone with vintage accuracy
• Long Maestro Vibrola tailpiece for expressive vibrato and iconic look
• Includes Custom Shop hardshell case and Certificate of Authenticity

Specifications

Body

• Body Style/Shape: Firebird V
• Body Material: Mahogany wings
• Body Finish: Murphy Lab Ultra Light Aged Double Gold Nitrocellulose, checked lacquer
• Weight Relief: None

Neck

• Material: 5-Piece Mahogany/Walnut neck-through
• Profile: Slim taper ’60s Firebird dimensions (.797"–.987")
• Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65 mm
• Fingerboard Material: 1-Piece Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" / 304.8 mm
• Fret Count: 22
• Frets: Reissue spec medium-jumbo
• Nut Material: Nylon
• Nut Width: 1.687" / 42.85 mm
• End of Board Width: 2.239" / 56.89 mm
• Inlays: Reissue trapezoid (new material)
• Joint: Neck-through construction, hide-glue fit

Hardware

• Finish: Nickel, Murphy Lab Light Aged
• Bridge: ABR-1
• Tailpiece: Long Maestro Vibrola
• Tuning Machines: Firebird banjo-style tuners
• Pickguard: Solid black with gold stamp Firebird logo
• Truss Rod: Reissue spec
• Truss Rod Cover: Firebird shape
• Control Knobs: Gold Top Hat with silver inserts
• Switch Tip: Cream
• Switch Washer: Silkscreened cellulose acetate butyrate
• Control Covers: Black
• Strap Buttons: Aluminum
• Mounting Rings: Black
• Pickup Covers: Aged authentic-profile nickel silver

Electronics

• Neck Pickup: Custombucker (unpotted)
• Bridge Pickup: Custombucker (unpotted)
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone (CTS 500K vintage taper pots, Black Cat capacitors)
• Pickup Selector: 3-Way Switchcraft
• Output Jack: 1/4" Switchcraft

Miscellaneous

• Strings: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
• Case: Custom Shop Hardshell
• Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Historic Reissue hang tags

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

Tone Shop Guitars is North Texas’ premier dealer for Gibson custom instruments. We work directly with brands to design exclusive guitars and hand-select premium woods, ensuring every piece is truly special. Our instruments are professionally inspected and set up, stored in climate-controlled showrooms, and supported by a team trusted by players and collectors nationwide.