Gibson Firebird Platypus Series

Gibson Firebird Platypus Guitar Series

The Gibson Firebird Platypus pays tribute to the rare transitional "Non-Reverse" Firebird models from 1965. These distinctive guitars feature a mahogany body with a set neck, creating the appearance of a traditional neck-through Reverse Firebird while offering unique playability and tone that have made these models highly sought after by collectors and players alike.

The Unique History of the Firebird Platypus

In early 1965, the original Firebird™ design transitioned through several different iterations. One of the significant transitions that occurred flipped the headstock to the "Non-Reverse" shape. Unlike the original Reverse design, which featured a two-layered headstock with a holly veneer, the new headstock was flat, like the bill of a platypus. The Platypus-style Firebird featured six-in-line tuners rather than banjo-style, as seen on previous Firebirds.

Premium Construction and Playability

The Firebird Platypus features a mahogany body with a glued-in, set neck and the appearance of a traditional neck-through Reverse Firebird body. The mahogany neck has a SlimTaper™ profile and a rosewood fretboard and sports the Platypus-style headstock with Grover® Mini Rotomatic® tuners. The Platypus-style headstock has been slightly modified to provide straight string pull for less friction and improved tuning stability.

Distinctive Sound and Design

The Firebird is one of the most distinctive-looking guitar designs ever, and the Firebird Platypus takes this legendary guitar a step further with its unique appearance. Its tone is just as unique due to its two articulate, historically accurate Firebird mini humbucker™ pickups with Alnico 5 magnets that can deliver a bell-like chime when played clean and great rock and blues tones that easily cut through the mix when pushed. Individual volume and tone controls allow you to tailor the sound even further, and of course, the pickguard features the legendary hot-stamped Firebird graphic. A hardshell case is also included.

Available Models at Sky Music Australia

GIBSON FIREBIRD PLATYPUS TOBACCO SUNBURST
GIBSON FIREBIRD PLATYPUS EBONY
GIBSON FIREBIRD PLATYPUS VINTAGE CHERRY

Best Prices on Gibson Firebird Platypus in Australia

Sky Music offers competitive pricing on the full range of Gibson Firebird Platypus guitars in Australia. We provide fast shipping Australia-wide including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and all major cities. Each guitar comes with a Gibson hardshell case and our commitment to exceptional customer service and satisfaction guarantee.