This is a 1966 Firebird V-12 twelve string. Wow, these are rare. Less than 300 in total produced across a stunted production window of less than two years. It is estimated that only 65 examples were produced in 1966. This example is original from frets to finish. It is unusual to have the pick guard in decent form and this one excellent. The frets are original and are still firmly settled into a beautiful Brazilian rosewood fretboard. Plenty of fret life left. Neck is sound and straight with no break repairs. It is delicately shaped, responsive, and is in excellent condition from the body to the nut. The special 12 string tuneomatic bridge is clean and original as are the uncrowded original Kluson Deluxe double line tuners. The mini hum buckers are punchy and articulate. I love the finish on these old Firebirds and this one really has an exceptional golden amber glow. It is seriously checked all over as it should be given the nature of the lacquer used during this period and the flexibility of this body design. I would rate the overall finish status as very good original, but with extensive checking. This is very playable piece that is worthy of collector status given the rarity of this model. Fun to play and great to look at. The weight is a very light 6.80 pounds. The only minor little question I have regarding the guitar is the toggle vs a slider pickup selector switch. Ships in a hard shell case that may not be original. I have had a difficult time finding a reliable specification for 1966. This is a consignment and not eligible for returns. Contains Rosewood and can not be shipped outside the USA.
Thanks in advance from the entire Showcase online sales team. Guitar Showcase has been doing business in Northern California for over 50 years!
Please ask for eBay Sales when calling Guitar Showcase for a more detailed description of this item, and any other new equipment and vintage gear questions you have.
(408) 377-5864
WHO WE ARE:
Guitar Showcase,
located in the heart of Silicon Valley in San Jose, CA has been serving
musicians since 1965 offering the widest selection of new musical instruments
as well as the most sought after vintage instruments on the planet. Our staff
of seasoned musicians is ready to help you find the best instrument for you,
whether you are a beginner looking for your first instrument, or a vintage
collector looking for the crown jewel of your collection. Guitar Showcase is an
authorized dealer for many of today’s biggest brands including Fender, Gibson,
Paul Reed Smith, Mesa/Boogie, Ibanez, Marshall, Taylor, Martin, and many more…
visit us at www.guitarshowcase.com or
contact us to ask about our massive selection of new, used and vintage
instruments, and when in Silicon Valley, please stop by for a visit and see the
Vintage Vault with hundreds of iconic Vintage and Collector Instruments as well
as hundreds of other instruments.
PAYMENT
TERMS:
Guitar Showcase accepts payment through PayPal for most eBay listings. The
exceptions are some products sold outside the United States, and some Vintage
or Consignment Instruments, please call or email for details.
SALES TAX:
Guitar Showcase
collects sales tax on all orders shipped to California at the
San Jose Calif. Rates.
SHIPPING TERMS:
Orders are shipped
1-3 business days after payment is received and verified.
All items are professionally packaged and fully insured. For security reasons, most
shipments require signature confirmation
upon delivery!
We will not authorize the shipper to just leave your purchase
on the porch! If you need special arrangements, please call or email us before
buying.
RETURNS - NEW GEAR:
If the product is defective, it can be taken to the nearest Factory
Authorized Service Center, If it suffered Shipping Damage, please email us for
help in processing a claim, If you just changed your mind, or are unhappy with your purchase of a
new item, please contact us directly before proceeding. Most new items may be returned within 14 days
of receipt (see exceptions below). The
buyer is responsible for shipping cost both out and back, any Credit Card Fees,
as well as a standard 15% restocking fee.
(If you received Free Shipping on your order, the value of the uncharged
shipping cost will be deducted from your refund.) Items must be returned complete with all original
packaging/manuals/warranties/accessories/etc, in brand-new condition,
and showing no signs of wear or use; if any of these conditions is lacking, the
return may be subject to a further handling or re-stocking fee at Guitar
Showcase’s discretion. Refunds will be
processed only after evaluation of the returned item.
(Exceptions:
copyrighted works such as books/cds/dvds/software are non-returnable; due to
health regulations, mouth-blown instruments, Headphones,earbuds or in-ear
monitors, or any other product that has bodily contact and microphones are also non-returnable.)
USED/VINTAGE GEAR:
We want to be HONEST
here----
Used and Vintage gear is, by definition, old and fragile.
This gear is subject to age and handling wear.
Scuffs and scrapes, dents and dings, repairs, modifications and
replacements all are to be expected. So,
while Guitar Showcase strives to accurately document and describe each piece we
list, we can only accept responsibility for what we detail in the listing and
what is visible in the photos. Guitar
Showcase is eager to verify any additional details necessary to address any
concerns you may have: just make sure to contact us with any questions you may
have before bidding or buying. Beyond this, Guitar Showcase
can offer no guarantee and can accept no returns on Used or Vintage gear.
Please be sure you know what you are buying, and please do not think that
older, used and Vintage Instruments should be set up in perfect playing
condition.
For high priced Vintage instruments, we highly recommend that
you either have a local friend try the Instrument or come in and try it in
person.
CONSIGNED GEAR:
Some of the gear in
the Guitar Showcase eBay store is listed on behalf of a consignor. These pieces are not the property of Guitar
Showcase and as such we can accept no returns on any consigned equipment. Consigned gear is also subject to the same
stipulations as Used and Vintage gear, as described above. Please make sure to contact us with any
questions you may have before bidding on or buying any consignment item.
INTERNATIONAL SALES:
Some listed items
that contain Rosewood and other protected species may be ineligible for
international sale; please make sure to read listing details carefully. For
eligible sales, Guitar Showcase is happy to offer international shipping
through USPS to select countries, with calculated shipping cost based on
location. Please contact us PRIOR to
purchase for an exact shipping quote to your country. Due to additional expense and complication,
we are unable to accept returns on any international sales and all
payments must be pre-arranged, please contact us for details. CAUTION, SEE
BELOW!
Beginning Jan.2, 2017, CITES documention is required for import and
re-export of many newly listed wood species (including all Rosewoods, not just
Brazilian) and items made from them (like Guitars and their parts). These
new rules will not allow the import or export of most Vintage Guitars and many
newer Guitars and other instruments. We
are not able to furnish the required permits at this time, and in the
foreseeable future. You may be able to
carry a personally owned Instrument across your border, but we cannot guarantee
this, nor be responsible for the consequences and you are advised to check with
your Country’s authorities before attempting to do so. The Instruments may be
confiscated by Customs or Border Authorities!
For more information, see:
https://www.fws.gov/international/Permits/by-activity/musical-instruments.html
California Proposition 65 WARNINGS:
California's Proposition 65
requires special warnings for products that contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm if those products expose consumers to such chemicals above certain
threshold levels. We cannot reliably determine which products may contain such
chemicals, so we are warning you that all the products we sell, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO: New Electrical cords and cables, and especially used and
vintage products, such as Guitars, Basses, Horns, Amplifiers, PA gear, Mixers,
Patch Bays, Effects Pedals, Speakers, Keyboards, Processors,
Interfaces, Microphones, Headphones, Cables, parts and accessories which were
typically made using LEAD SOLDER, may contain chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm, wash hands after
handling.
For More information,
please visit California’s Proposition 65 Warnings website:
https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/general-info/proposition-65-plain-language