"Reverse" (original) vs. "Non-Reverse" (later 60s design) bodies, and various modern Epiphone reissues ($599–$699).
Known for its "reverse" body style (upper horn longer than lower) and mini-humbucker pickups, which produce a distinct "clangy," articulate clean sound with high end and less mid-range than traditional PAF humbuckers.
Often cited as having a "weird" feel, with potential neck-heavy balance issues requiring a wide strap. 3. Stravinsky's The Firebird (Ballet) The Firebird
The Firebird is a magical, glowing bird from faraway lands, central to Russian folktales, often acting as a difficult quest object for heroes like Prince Ivan.
Introduced by Gibson in 1963 as their first neck-through-body electric guitar design, designed by auto designer Ray Dietrich. "Reverse" (original) vs
Typically features a nine-ply mahogany/walnut neck-through design with mahogany body wings.
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
Composed by Igor Stravinsky in 1910 for Serge Diaghilev's Ballets Russes, this work brought him international fame.