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Often cited as having a "weird" feel, with potential neck-heavy balance issues requiring a wide strap. 3. Stravinsky's The Firebird (Ballet)

"Reverse" (original) vs. "Non-Reverse" (later 60s design) bodies, and various modern Epiphone reissues ($599–$699). The Firebird

Usually described as a large bird with scarlet and black plumage, with feathers that shine with gold and silver. Gibson Firebird Guitar Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Often cited as having a "weird" feel, with

Its feathers shine brightly and continue to burn even when removed; one feather can light a large room. "Non-Reverse" (later 60s design) bodies, and various modern

Introduced by Gibson in 1963 as their first neck-through-body electric guitar design, designed by auto designer Ray Dietrich.

"The Firebird" generally refers to one of three major cultural or technical entities: the Russian mythical creature, the iconic Gibson guitar, or the Stravinsky ballet.