1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V 12-String Reissue Aqua Mist VOS
Sparkle, Jangle, and Chime, Refined
Gibson Custom is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity, and attention to detail.
The 12-string electric guitar has been a mainstay of popular music since the mid-1960s when its unmistakable jangle was embraced by bands such as The Beatles and The Byrds. Gibson’s iconic EDS-1275 has starred on many classic recordings and concert stages the world over, but for those who prefer to play a 12-string electric guitar without a six-string attached to it, Gibson Custom is proud to introduce the 1965 Non-Reverse Firebird V 12-String Reissue. This recreation of the highly collectible model from 1965 remains faithful to the guitar that inspired it, with one key improvement – a full 1 11/16” neck width instead of the narrower neck found on the original. We also returned to the classic 1959 Oldsmobile color chart that has been the source of some of the historic Gibson custom colors for the beautiful Aqua Mist VOS finish. Equipped with a pair of Firebird pickups with Alnico 5 magnets, it delivers all the sparkle and chime you need in a well-balanced, highly playable, vintage-inspired electric 12-string.
Body Style
Firebird
Body Shape
Non-Reverse Firebird
Body Material
Mahogany
Body Finish
Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
Profile
Traditional 1960s SlimTaper™ C Profile
Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material
Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fret Count
22
Frets
Authentic Medium-Jumbo
Nut Material
Corian
Nut Width
42.86 mm / 1.687 in
End Of Board Width
56.89 mm / 2.239 in
Inlays
Nitrocellulose Dot
Joint
Hide Glue Fit
Finish
Aged Nickel
Bridge
ABR-1
Tailpiece
12-String Claw
Tuning Machines
Kluson Six on a Side Strip (x2)
Pickguard
3-ply White Non-Reverse Firebird
Truss Rod
Standard
Truss Rod Cover
Black
Control Knobs
Gold Top Hat with Silver Insert
Control Covers
Non-Reverse Firebird
Strap Buttons
2
Neck Pickup
Firebird Alnico 5
Bridge Pickup
Firebird Alnico 5
Controls
2 Volume, 2 Tone, 500k CTS Potentiometers, Bumblebee Capacitors, Hand-wired Harness
Pickup Selector
3-way Slider
Output Jack
Switchcraft 1/4"
Strings Gauge
.010, 010, .013, .013, .008, .017, .012, .026, .018, .036, .026, .046
Case
Custom Shop Hardshell