Epiphone 1963 Firebird I Electric Guitar Heather Poly

The Epiphone 1963 Firebird I, inspired by the Gibson Custom original, lets you channel the iconic style and sound of a classic. With its eye-catching design, this sleek solidbody electric guitar authentically captures a vintage vibe made famous by legends, including blues icon Johnny Winter, Keith Richards and Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton and Phil Manzanera of Roxy Music. The Epiphone 1963 Firebird I is built for today’s player while staying true to tradition, offering timeless tone and smooth playability for those who dig its hot-rodded, future-retro trappings.

Inimitable Automotive Design Brings Vintage Flair

One look at the Epiphone 1963 Firebird I and you’ll see the sleek lines and classy appointments that made the original a legend. The unique offset double-cutaway body was originally dreamt up by acclaimed automotive designer Ray Dietrich, featuring a sporty—yet refined—aesthetic. The Firebird shape is instantly recognizable, sure to turn heads wherever you play, or even just “look the part” in your home studio. Of course, the 1963 Firebird I isn’t just about visuals—its construction also contributes to the great tone and playing experience that makes this a modern classic.

Authentic Gibson Mini-Humbucker Captures Classic Tone

When it comes to sound, the 1963 Firebird I takes you back in time thanks to its single vintage-spec Gibson USA Mini-Humbucker. Wound to perfectly replicate the original transducer, this Alnico 5 pickup delivers the singing leads and growling crunch expected when the Firebird revs its engine. From warm, clean tones to snarling overdrive, the mini humbucker helps you conjure iconic classic rock and blues mojo. The premium electronics also include virtually failproof CTS potentiometers, a Mallory capacitor and a Switchcraft output jack.