DISC Gibson Firebird T 2016, Vintage Sunburst

Full Description

9 Ply Walnut/Mahogany Neck

Constructed from a 9Ply Walnut and Mahogany neck with neck-thru construction the Firebird T 2016 offers unbeatable resonance and sustain as the vibrations pass seamlessly from the neck through to the body. Additionally the neck thru construction allows for a sculpted, smooth neck heel for effortless access to the higher frets perfect for quick transitions from rhythm to lead playing. With a historic neck width of 1.6875 inches the Firebird T offers a familiar and comfortable feel perfect for a range of playing styles.

Graph Tech Nut

The white Graph Tech nut offers increased harmonics in the middle and upper frequency range perfect for a rich and detailed tone. Designed to optimize sustain and response the Graph Tech nut is also self-lubricating which means returning to the original pitch after string bends is extremely quick and accurate.

Traditional Firebird Mini-Humbuckers

Loaded with two traditional Firebird Mini Humbucking Pickups the 2016 Firebird T pumps out a rich, clear and biting tone which sounds just as fantastic today as when they were first introduced in late 1960s. Designed to replicate the original mini humbucker the Firebird Mini-Humbuckers feature bar Alnico II magnets, 2 conductor wiring and deliver an undeniably bright and focused tone.

Tune-O-Matic Bridge

Tune-O-Matic bridges are an extremely popular fixed bridge type due to their stability, reliability, comfortable playing position and impressive sustain. Additionally adjusting the string action and intonation is extremely simple with a tune-o-matic bridge. Simply adjust the height of the bridge with the mounting rods to alter the action and screw in or out the bridge saddles to achieve perfect intonation.

Professionally Set-Up Straight out the Box

Gibson understand how disheartening it can be when you get a new guitar home just to find out it needs setting up before you can properly reap the benefits. By ensuring that every Gibson 2016 model comes professionally set up straight out the box you can plug in and play to start enjoying the premium build quality and incredible tone of the Gibson 2016 models.

Classic Firebird Design

Designed by legendary visionary Ray Dietrich, the Firebird is modelled on the automobile tailfins of the 50's, with a touch of the radical look from the Gibson Explorer. The Firebird V 2016 employs the classic 'reverse body' and headstock styling with updated components such as the Steinberger Gearless tuning keys to offer reliability and playability like never before.

Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Body: Mahogany
• Construction: Neck-Thru
• Finish: Vintage Sunburst
• Finish Type: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Binding: None
• Bridge: Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Stopbar

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck: 9Ply Mahogany/Walnut
• Neck Width: Historic (1.6875")
• Fretboard: Rosewood
• Frets: 22
• Inlays: Traditional Trapeziod
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Nut: Graph Tech (White)
• Truss Rod: Headstock Adjustable

Hardware & Electronics

• Controls: 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch
• Bridge Pickup: Traditional Firebird Mini Humbucker
• Neck Pickup: Traditional Firebird Mini Humbucker
• Machine Heads: Steinberger Gearless Tuning Keys
• Pickguard: White
• Hardware: Nickel