Gibson Firebird Platypus Electric Guitar - Ebony
The Gibson Firebird Platypus Electric Guitar in Ebony is a tribute to the rare transitional Firebird models of 1965. It combines elements from both the original reverse and non-reverse Firebird designs, offering a unique blend of vintage aesthetics and modern playability.
Key Features:
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Body and Finish: Crafted from solid mahogany, the body showcases the classic reverse Firebird shape with a gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish, providing both visual appeal and resonance.
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Neck and Fingerboard: The glued-in mahogany neck features Gibson's SlimTaper profile for fast playability. It is topped with a rosewood fingerboard that has a 12" radius, 22 medium jumbo frets, and acrylic trapezoid inlays.
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Headstock and Tuners: The distinctive "Platypus" headstock, inspired by the 1965 non-reverse design, is flat and equipped with six-in-line Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners, enhancing tuning stability through straight string pull.
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Pickups and Electronics: Equipped with two Firebird mini humbuckers featuring Alnico V magnets, the guitar delivers a bright, articulate tone with a bell-like chime when clean and a punchy growl when overdriven. Individual volume and tone controls for each pickup, along with a 3-way toggle switch, offer versatile tonal options.
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Hardware: The guitar includes an aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and an aluminum stop bar tailpiece, contributing to its sustain and tuning stability. Gold Top Hat knobs with silver reflectors and chrome hardware complete the classic look.
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Additional Details: The iconic white 3-ply pickguard features the hot-stamped Firebird graphic. A Gibson hardshell case is included for protection and transport.
