Epiphone Firebird V 1963 Reissue Maestro Vibrola Polaris White IBGCS

Essential Information About the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1963 Firebird V Maestro Vibrola Reissue Polaris White Guitar

• 9-ply mahogany/walnut through-neck construction with mahogany body wings: remarkable resonance and sustain.


• Two Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbucker pickups (Alnico 5): precise attack, vintage tone, and excellent definition.


• Maestro Vibrola vibrato and Epiphone ABR-1 bridge: classic Firebird look and expressiveness for nuances.


• Premium electronics (CTS, Mallory, Switchcraft) + hard case included: a high-end reissue ready for the stage.

An "Inspired by Gibson Custom" Firebird: The 1963 Spirit, Simplified Access

This 1963 Firebird V Maestro Vibrola Reissue is part of the Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom series, designed to capture the iconic features of vintage Firebirds. It features the through-neck construction and instantly recognizable aesthetics, with a Polaris White finish and hardware faithful to the era's spirit, while remaining accessible to guitarists seeking a true "Firebird" character without compromising on key components.

For Which Guitarists and Styles?

With its SlimTaper rounded C-profile neck and medium jumbo frets, this Firebird is well suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists looking for an electric guitar with an iconic look and a responsive feel. Its natural playground includes rock, blues, classic rock, garage, and any style where a sharp attack and strong presence in the mix are appreciated, with the option to add subtle vibrato effects thanks to the Maestro Vibrola.

Sound

The through-neck construction (9-ply mahogany/walnut) with mahogany body wings promotes generous sustain and excellent vibration transfer between the bridge, pickups, and neck, resulting in a "held" and stable note feel. The Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbuckers (Alnico 5) stand out with very clear definition, precise highs, and naturally cutting mids, while maintaining the output level and playability typical of humbuckers. The refined electronics (CTS potentiometers, Mallory capacitors, Switchcraft 3-position selector) help achieve smooth volume and tone adjustments, useful for transitioning from articulate crunch to thicker leads without losing clarity.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

The Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom hard case is included: it is the safest and most suitable solution to protect the instrument during transport and storage.

Technical specifications

Body	mahogany	Tuners	Kluson "Banjo-style" planetary
Neck material	9-ply mahogany/walnut	Control knobs	Black Top Hat with reflector
Neck profile	1963 Firebird through-neck	Pickguard	white
Scale length	24.75" / 628.65 mm	Controls	2 volumes, 2 tones
Fingerboard	rosewood	Bridge pickup	Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbucker (Alnico 5 magnets)
Frets	22 (medium jumbo)	Neck pickup	Gibson USA Firebird Mini Humbucker (Alnico 5 magnets)
Inlays	Mother-of-Pearl trapezoids	Selector switch	Switchcraft 3-position
Nut width	43 mm / 1.69"	Output	1/4" jack
Nut	Graphtech	Potentiometers	CTS
Hardware finish	nickel	Capacitors	Mallory
Bridge	Epiphone ABR-1	Case	Inspired by Gibson Custom hard case
Tailpiece	Maestro Vibrola