Gibson Custom Shop 1963 Firebird III Kerry Green Stop Bar VOS (763)

his Firebird reissue is a masterful blend of vintage style and modern craftsmanship. Featuring a 5-piece Mahogany/Walnut neck with a distinctive 14-degree Firebird peghead, this guitar delivers a balanced mix of warmth and sustain. The Indian Rosewood fingerboard, adorned with trapezoid inlays and a classic 24.75" scale length, ensures smooth playability while preserving the authentic vintage aesthetic.

The Mahogany Wings body is crafted to the same specifications as the iconic Proler Firebird, enhanced with a Stop Bar tailpiece for increased stability and resonance. Its classic ABR bridge, aged nickel hardware, and gold top hat knobs with silver inserts contribute to its timeless appeal.

Equipped with a pair of Firebird Alnico V pickups, this guitar delivers clear, biting tones perfect for both clean articulation and roaring overdrive. The Black Cat Caps and Vint Taper Pots offer precise control over your sound, while the Firebird V circuitry preserves the instrument's iconic tonal character.

The guitar's stunning Kerry Green VOS finish, enriched with walnut filler, wraps the top, back, neck, and rims, creating a captivating look that mirrors its rich, vintage tone. With a stop bar tail poece, a COA, and a unique Kerry Green finish, this Firebird is a genuine collector’s piece for enthusiasts seeking classic aesthetics and performance.

Neck Material: 5-Piece Mahogany/Walnut (MAH/WAL/MAH/WAL/MAH)
Peghead: 14-Degree Firebird
Head Veneer: None
Neck Dimensions: .797"/.987" (Proler)
Other: Reissue Truss Rod
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood (1 Piece, 830-51354T)
Scale Length: 24.75"
Fingerboard Dimension: Standard
Nut Material: Nylon
Inlays: 2019 Reissue Trapezoids - New Material
Fretwire: Reissue
Body Material: Mahogany Wings
Routing: Same as Proler Firebird
Drilling: Stop Bar TP
Body Dimension: Same as Proler Firebird
Other: Proler Shaped Wings, 3/16" Radius
Binding: .04" Cream
Fingerboard Side Dots: Tort
Hardware Material: Nickel, Aged
Machine Head: Firebird
Bridge: ABR
Tailpiece: Stop Bar
Vibrola: Not Specified
Jackplate: Not Specified
End Pin: Aluminum (AL)
Truss Rod Cover: Proler Shape, Short Black with TRC Screws
Pickguard: Proler Shape, Mounted with BP Screws
Knobs: Gold Top Hats with Silver Inserts
Mounting Rings: Nickel, Aged
Switch Tip: Cream
Backplates: Firebird
Pickups: Neck: Firebird Alnico V NPC 860-31993 | Bridge: Firebird Alnico V NPC 860-31994
Circuitry: Firebird V
Controls: Firebird V | Black Cat Caps | Vint Taper Pots
Finish: Kerry Green VOS (Walnut Filler) — Top, Back, Neck, Rims
Serial Number: 6-Digit Hard Stamp (Ends in 5)
Decals: None
Finish Coats: 2 Coats TH Antique
Spec Change Highlights: 1. COA | 2. Kerry Green VOS | 3. Stop Bar Tailpiece