1964 Gibson Firebird
The 1964 Firebird represents the model at its commercial peak before Fender competition forced changes. Mini-humbuckers deliver a distinctive bright, clear tone unlike any other Gibson pickup.
Current Market Value
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany (through-neck construction) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany (through-body) |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 24.750" |
| Frets | 22 |
| Pickup Config | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic, reverse body banjo tuners |
| Tuners | Banjo-style tuners |
| Finish Options | Sunburst, Cardinal Red, Pelham Blue, Polaris White, Golden Mist, Ember Red |
| Est. Production | 1,100 |
Pickups & Electronics
Two mini-humbucker pickups. The Firebird V adds a Vibrola tailpiece.
What Changed in 1964
Production increased but the model was already facing commercial challenges against Fender's designs. The Firebird V became the most popular model. Multiple colors remain available.
Collector's Notes
Firebird V (Vibrola model) and Firebird VII (three pickups, gold hardware) command premiums. The 'reverse body' (1963-1965) is the most collected configuration — verify this vs. the 'non-reverse' body introduced in 1965.