Epiphone Firebird

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About Epiphone Firebird

Epiphone Firebird is Epiphone's take on one of the most unique and iconic guitar shapes. This classic guitar style is loved for it's striking appearance. The shape, lines, reverse headstock and mini humbuckers make it instantly recognisable.

Epiphone have brought the Firebird back into the spotlight in recent years with their incredible range of Firebirds. Their recent range of 1963 Firebirds feature a variety of stunning finishes like silver mist, heather poly and Inverness green and there are even variations that sport a maestro vibrolo for even more vintage vibes.

With the traditional mahogany neck and body construction, the Epiphone Firebird comes in a few different guises with different options from time to time including mini humbucker, full size humbucker and P-90 iterations. Epiphone Firebird is popular with blues players in particular, due to the rich sustain available from the long body and easy playability. Make a statement on stage with an Epiphone Firebird.

Why Should I Choose an Epiphone Firebird Guitar?

  • Great Looks
  • Accessible Price Point
  • Fantastic Sound
  • Variety of Finishes

Frequently Asked Questions about Epiphone Firebird

Question: Who plays an Epiphone Firebird?
The Firebird is a popular style of guitar that has been played by many great musicians. The Firebird has been played by legends like Eric Clapton, Johnny Winter, Tom Petty, Paul Stanley and more.
Question: Where are Epiphone Firebird guitars made?
Epiphone Firebird guitars are generally made in China.
Question: What is the Epiphone Firebird sound?
The Epiphone Firebird has a distinctive sound, largely due to it's unique pickups. The mini-humbuckers give off a sound that is often described as crisp, and clean but with the ability to produce searing, high-octane tones.
Question: Why is the Epiphone Firebird so famous?
The Epiphone Firebird is so famous as it is an accessible version of one of the most unique, classic guitar shapes. A Firebird is instantly recognisable, both in it's unique aesthetic and it's great tone.
Question: Does the Epiphone Firebird have a set neck or a bolted-on neck?
Neither: the Epiphone Firebird is actually a 'through neck' guitar and that essentially means that the same piece or pieces of wood used for the neck carry through the entire length of the guitar, forming the middle of the body. The body shape is then finished by the addition of two 'wings', glued on pieces of wood that complete the body.
Question: Is the Epiphone Firebird larger than a standard electric guitar?
It is, yes. The Firebird is a few inches taller than a standard electric guitar and so you will have to factor that in when you are shopping for gig bags and cases. At guitarguitar we offer an official Epiphone Firebird hard case and also a Gator Extreme soft gig bag, so you are covered whichever direction you choose to take.
Question: What does a mini humbucker sound like?
Guitar pickups can all sound vastly different depending on the number of winding used in the coil(s) and also which type of magnet is used. Having said that, if you were to complare a medium output Alnico II humbucker with a medium output Alnico II mini humbucker, you'd probably find more treble and bite in the mini humbucker.