1969 Gibson Firebird
The 1969 Firebird — non-reverse body, set-neck construction. Simplified production model.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$5,600–$8,000
Very Good
$3,200–$5,600
Good
$1,600–$3,200
Fair
$800–$1,600
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany (glued-in neck, non-reverse body shape) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany (through-body on reverse models) |
| Fingerboard | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 24.750" |
| Frets | 22 |
| Pickup Config | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-o-matic bridge with stop tailpiece |
| Tuners | Standard Kluson Deluxe |
| Finish Options | Sunburst, Cardinal Red, Pelham Blue, Polaris White, Inverness Green, Frost Blue |
| Est. Production | 800 |
Pickups & Electronics
Two P-90-style pickups (non-reverse models used different pickups).
What Changed in 1969
Final year of the original Firebird run before discontinuation.
Collector's Notes
Non-reverse Firebirds are undervalued and excellent players. Lower values than reverse models but quality instruments.