Gibson Firebird Platypus, Vintage Cherry

Full Description

Distinctive Platypus-Style Headstock

The Gibson Firebird Platypus pays tribute to a unique era in Firebird history with its distinctive Platypus-style headstock. Inspired by the rare transitional models of 1965, this headstock departs from the two-layered design of the original Reverse Firebird and adopts a flat, sleek profile. Its design improves tuning stability with a straight string pull, reducing friction at the nut for smoother, more precise tuning. The Grover® Mini Rotomatic® tuners further enhance this reliability, ensuring that the Firebird Platypus stays in tune through dynamic playing styles. This unique headstock, with its refined shape and functional enhancements, sets this guitar apart from both traditional Reverse and Non-Reverse Firebirds, making it a true collector’s piece.

Mini Humbuckers With Signature Firebird Tone

Equipped with a pair of Firebird mini humbuckers, the Firebird Platypus delivers a tone that balances bright articulation with vintage warmth. These historically accurate pickups use Alnico 5 magnets, offering a bell-like chime when played clean and a tight, punchy response when driven. Unlike full-sized humbuckers, Firebird mini humbuckers have a clear, focused sound with plenty of midrange bite, making them ideal for cutting through a mix. This pickup configuration provides versatility and dynamic range, allowing for everything from smooth, mellow cleans to gritty overdriven tones. With individual volume and tone controls for each pickup, you have complete control over shaping your sound.

Solid Mahogany Construction For Rich Sustain

The Firebird Platypus stays true to the classic Gibson formula with a solid mahogany body and a glued-in mahogany neck. This combination delivers rich resonance, long sustain, and a warm tonal foundation that complements the bright clarity of the mini humbuckers. Unlike the original neck-through construction of early Firebirds, the set-neck design enhances the guitar’s resonance while providing a more traditional feel. The SlimTaper™ neck profile ensures effortless playability, allowing for smooth transitions between chords and fast lead runs. Paired with a rosewood fretboard, the Firebird Platypus achieves a balanced response, giving every note depth and character.

Modern Refinements With Classic Firebird Aesthetics

While the Firebird Platypus embraces vintage design cues, it also includes modern refinements that make it a highly playable and reliable instrument. The modified Platypus-style headstock not only enhances tuning stability but also adds a distinctive visual flair. The aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece provide rock-solid intonation and sustain, while the iconic hot-stamped Firebird pickguard graphic adds an unmistakable touch of heritage. Chrome hardware completes the aesthetic, blending seamlessly with the vibrant Vintage Cherry finish. From performing on stage to recording in the studio, the Firebird Platypus makes a bold statement, combining classic Firebird charm with thoughtful upgrades that enhance its performance and playability.

Specifications

• Product Name: Gibson Firebird Platypus, Vintage Cherry
• Product Code: DSFRP00VECH1

Body

• Shape: Reverse Firebird
• Material: Mahogany
• Binding: Single Ply, Fretboard

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck: Mahogany
• Profile: SlimTaper
• Nut Width: 1.695” / 43.053mm
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75” / 628.65mm
• Number of Frets: 22
• Nut: Graph Tech
• Inlay: Acrylic Trapezoid

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
• Knobs: Gold Top Hat with Silver Reflector
• Tuners: Grover Mini Rotomatic
• Plating: Chrome
• Neck Pickup: Firebird Mini Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: Firebird Mini Humbucker
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone

Case

• Included: Hardshell