Chris has truly been blessed y God. Stay humble young man. Your playing mastery is beyond your life years, and you're a blessing to your subscribers. Especially to me, a 65 year old rockin guitarist. Kurtiss from southern California. Aka Citizen Joe
My personal opinion is that he is a very close match with Jeff Beck. If he can squeeze tears out of both of my eyes together, he passes the test. You must have your own style however and BOTH Chris Buck and Jeff Beck are pretty hard to beat with this type of playing style.
Firebirds are having a moment. They had a moment back in the late 1970s as well. They for some reason are very in-vogue. The case to carry it around makes them a pain in the ass.
@@kevinmagee8192Noel Gallagher was a non-reverse guy in the 90’s. (Gem Archer played it later on after he joined Oasis). Thurston Moore plays one in Sonic Youth’s ‘100%’ video. Adam Granduciel from The War On Drugs played one a lot before he went fully-in on Jazzmasters.
Yes, it dwarfs the case for my 13 lb. 34” scale Bass, it’s like a piano or keyboard case 😳 Nah, it’s not leaving the house 🤣. But that’s ok, because I rarely do either 🤣🤣🤣
Your playing inspires me - I was never the best shredder, try though I certainly did. But even my teacher told another student who was also my friend he was jealous of my "feel" and expression, which I don't know that you can teach someone, you just learn by instinct. But you, you take that school of thought, that way of playing and turn it up to 11 and I absolutely love it. Your style is instantly recognisable, wildly expressive and far more memorable than most anyone I can think of. Here's to blazing your own trail!
Congrats for not only realizing Firebird pickups are not mini humbuckers, I've lost track of how many times I've corrected reviewers/demonstrators on this, but great to see the actual animation of the difference. Very well done.
@@DMSProduktions That's not the point. As shown in the vid they have completely different construction from mini humbuckers, which they are often confused with.
Always wanted a Firebird and would have bought a Epiphone model except that they were a set neck instead of a neck through design. To me this wasn't a true Firebird...fast forward to recently and holy moley, Epiphone did it right...bought one asap and it has been a true love affair...somewhere between a strat and a paul and sounds and plays wonderfully 😀
I bought a Tokai Firebird in 2012 for 300 bucks. Still have it today and play it almost everyday, a very versatile guitar that you can do anything with.
My other guitar player had one. Beautiful, aII the right stuff in a creamy white fudge color with goId hdwe. Being a huge Johnnie Winter fan he made it scream. My 77 Ies pauI Custom in the white fudge color with goId hdwe. made for a mighty handsome duo when we happen to bring them to the same gig...which was rare. but when we did it was ususaIIy a sublime evening. Play on brother, you are an inspiration regardless of what you choose to pIay.
Thank you Chris. My Dad's absolute favorite bluesman was Johnny Winter, I grew up sitting in front of the stereo with his vinyls cranked with stupid grins on both of our faces. I lost him going on 16 years ago, and while I have those vinyls that we used to sit and listen to it's rare that I can sit down and listen to them because those tones bring back so much pain of his loss. I know he was right here with me watching you rip through that intro, wish he was actually still here to enjoy your music because I know he would love it.
hells bells that middle position is wonderful - never been a fan of these cos of the darkness below? bright on top but every other freq had a darkness. but that mid position, and the pick-ups explanation (which was excellent) have me warming to the Bird
I figured it would be only a matter of time before Chris Buck Rocked a FireChicken. Nice demo playing the vintage Bird. The vintage ones have the SOUND. If someone has the newer gibsons, and want the vintage tone, they will have to go after market, perhaps Duncan. Nice Springer.
Great video as always Chris. John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett are indelibly imprinted in my brain! Blackpool Tiffany's Mecca Ballroom 26.10.1978. John's shirt was ripped to pieces by the end of the gig. He took a wire coathanger, bent it around his shoulders and cradled his SHURE SM58 in the hook of the hanger, a bit like a harmonica holder. How he didn't take out his front teeth I will never know. Totally bonkers and wonderful night. I was right at the front. It was a Sixth Form dance event. Most of my friends just didnt know what to make of it all. For me it was total brilliance. Alex Harvey was another live artist that just had you enthralled back then. Fun times!
Thanks Chris! Wicked playing as always! I bet you could make a mop sound great!🤪 Johnny, as well as Edgar Winter were rad man!!!! I get a firebird in my shop once in a while, actually more of the bases than the guitars. They hold up pretty well, but frets wear, and a well loved instrument is usually a worn one, so I normally get them in for fret wear, setups, and dent and ding removal. John Entwistle was a big influence on so many! There is an early black 6 string original I converted to a Kahler tremolo, Locking nut, and Stainless Steel frets decades ago, I can only imagine it's still floating out there somewhere teasing ears and blowing minds.😁
Chris - this is an excellent video. You absolutely nailed the details on this. I have owned 12+ Firebirds over the years. I currently have two '63s (VII and V, the latter formerly owned by The Hives) and two '64s (a I and a III). They're all wildly different in character. I've played them all live... though probably never again for the VII - it's too valuable (and clean). It's also arguably the best sounding of the brood. I also have a '71 Deluxe that I've owned for 15+ years, and a '54 LP Custom I acquired late last year. (Again, gigged with those a lot and love them, but the '71 is my baby). It was a delight to hear you compare the LPD, LP GT, and the FB III. The ceramic on the LPD is so obvious to my ears - the extra squish in the notes. The AlNiCo on the FB sounds bright and punches. And, well, the PAFs on the GT - what can be said that hasn't already been said? You rock. Subbed.
Damnit, that was the meanest tone I've EVER heard! Followed by the sweetest tone I've EVER heard! Now I have to buy the 16th guitar I can't afford. Now I have to eat on the soup line after I buy one!
@Chris Buck - I love the comparisons starting at @9:40. I'd say none of the tones were "best", as that's an oxymoron. They're different, allowing different expression, which is what it's all about. Music contains infinite methods for expression of the infinite permutations of our souls during human existence. Beautiful playing as always!
Great post 👌I have a 2016 firebird standard at first I didn’t like it the PUs we’re very bright but now am I love with it 👌👌Chris your playing is off the charts good in fact it’s just brilliant 10(10 👌👌
Chris, I had a 60s sunburst reverse Firebird V in the 80s. Thought I would never play this again and foolishly sold it for an embarrassingly low price. Think about it everyday. Your amazing playing continues to inspire me, thank you!
Welcome to Bird-land sir. We are happy to have you join us. There is NOTHING like a Firebird. Many many great guitars but Firebirds are unique. Thunderbird basses are a joy too. I continue to look for a VII to go with my V
Firebird is my favorite body shape. I’ve owned 4 in the past and haven’t connected with any of them :( surprisingly, the newer epiphone firebirds are absolutely Ace!
I remember falling in love with the idea of a tele and then playing one and going "Oh. I don't like it AT ALL. Huh." Granted, I'm a lefty, and I didn't have a lot of options to choose from, but it was something about how far forward the bridge was that just didn't work for me. Funny how we love the look of a guitar but if it doesn't feel right, it just doesn't matter. I would LOVE a Firebird or an Explorer, but I just won't ever find a lefty one, so they'll just live in my head I guess
Very sweet playing on your first "Jam" section, that out-of-phase tone is crazy good. Toss some drive on top of that and it will be spellbinding. Thanks for your great videos, I do look forward to Fridays brother.
I don’t know whether or not you used your own gear, but I never heard you with such a beautiful sound before. Loved everything about it, including the out of phase sound of the middle position!!! ❤❤❤
I used to have one. I loved its unique sound and leftward placement of the strings. There was some neck dive, but the waist is in just the right place to rest your right forearm on it and add enough pressure to keep its beak up.
I recently took a chance on the new IBG Epiphone Firebird and had a Duncan Antiquity proper Firebird pickup installed. I was absolutely floored by the amount of brightness. Rolling back the tone knob is a must.
Great comparison between the tone of the FB and the two LP types, done systematically and with a clean sound - very welcome, most guitar "comparisons" are pretty well hopeless, particularly when a ton of gain is applied!
The Firebird is the most underrated guitar. The 60’s versions are very rare and expensive but you can still find 76 Bicentennial model. It’s still expensive but obtainable. If you find one buy it. They are jumping in value very quickly now.
Hi Chris, you made smile when you mentioned John Otway and Wild Willy Barret,. When I was in a band in the 80's we had the honour of supporting them at the Tunnel Club in Greenwich! I met you in a corridor after you supported the great Peter Frampton at the RAH. Cardinal Black were amazing that night and you were a diamond geezer when we met, despite obviously being busy. Hopefully catch you on tour. All the very best to you and the band, Charlie 👍.
Thank you Charlie, lovely to have met you. Apologies if I was a little rushed when I bumped into you in the corridor in the R.A.H; I was on my way to find my parents who watched from one of the boxes. My old man was very ill and passed a few months later so that gig will forever hold a special place for me - it was the last time he saw me play. Cheers Charlie, I hope you're well.
Another very watchable video. Cheers Chris. I went into Bridgend music store on Saturday with 3 guitars and came out with a tokai fb65. Totally unexpected but when I picked it off the peg it just felt right. I think it's the first guitar I feel completely comfortable playing. Sounds great plays lovely.
Great stuff as always Chris !! For me the neck pickup on a Firebird is one the best tones of any guitar ever made ! The single pickup version should have a neck only instead of the bridge pickup which is on the Clapton FB for example!
I love these episode when Chris discovers a new guitar, love the intros and playing. That said, I feel Chris could play a potato and make it sound good. Thank You for the content Sir.
Love the little quote of Peter Green's intro to "Need Your Love So Bad" at around 5:33 after you switched to out of phase in the middle position! Also, those bass string overbends in the first jam were incredible -- such a rich sound, and SO hard to control...kind of like a cross between Otis Rush and Jerry Donahue. Amazing stuff!
I love the Firebird, but i think the non reverse takes the cake for me. A non reverse Firebird III is up there as one of my faves, next to the ES-330/335 and the Jazzmaster and Jaguar. Plus, those pickups sound incredible. Just so sweet.
Thank you for your videos, there seems to be less and less decent content on TH-cam, this brightens up my day! Any recommendations for other decent content people?
So weird, I have been hankering for a Firebird, thanks in most part, to Uncle Larry himself and as soon as I offload a guitar or two I plan on getting a Firebird soon as possible! And yes, wearing the same shirt is very important in a comparison video,,good on you for being scientific! All were great sounding guitars in your hands but the Firebird has something special! Thanks Chris!
A Firebird V was my stage guitar in the 90s. They make you play on the edge. The cutting tone, the neck position, and the visual statement don’t allow for a timid approach. In the end I moved on and made the hard decision to sell it because I wanted my playing to change and develop in different directions. I should regret parting with it as it was a great guitar to play and would be worth a lot more now than any other guitar I own, or have owned, but I was right in my instinct. Left a lot of good memories though.
The Firebird definitely fits your style. There’s so much to love about the guitar. I owned a Firebird III, which was great. Loved the mini humbuckers, the neck, the headstock and tuners, the sustain, but the offset of the body just wasn’t comfortable.
Great video! Firebirds are IMO the best of both worlds. I seen Johnny Winter in a little club when I was 15, and wanted a Firebird BAD after that. My beautiful wife bought me one for my 40th birthday and it’s been my #1 ever since.
I love Firebirds to look at, I mean, just look at it 😍. However, I don’t get on with them from an ergonomic/playability standpoint, they’re just ‘wrong’, nothing is where I expect it to be. Doesn’t stop with wanting one though, more precisely, a white one, Johnny Winter style.
I love the firebird sound. The long body make me feel like I'm reaching out WAY to my left, though. Never been a 3 pickup fan when it has a 3 position switch. Worst example of that is a Rickenbacker 370. You actually get less sounds than with the 2 pickup model. But a 3 position switch shouldn't have more than 2 pickups.
Ever since seeing Phil X play an Ember Red Firebird iii for fretted Americana, I always wanted one and thought they were rad. I've gone through eight (Gibson and Epiphone), and still have 2. They really are a love hate relationship. The thing is so rad and unique and I freaking love it, but they play so differently, and I just can't put down my Schecter S style guitars, So the birds rarely get love. Absolutely kick ass playing and sounds 🤘
Nice to see the Firebird and Mini pickup schematics for people to learn. But not mentioned here there are the more recent Gibson Jim DeCola designed hot dual rail minis that look like Firebird pickups with a smooth cover, but have two non magnetized steel rails with one bar magnet under like the regular mini. Found in various Firebird, SG and LP models from 2012 up. I have the Alnico 5 (15015) (neck 14k, bridge 26k) and Ceramic (495/17058) bar magnet versions but also there's an Alnico 2 version (2012 70s Tribute). Sound sort of Firebird, sort of Tele, but with more bottom end. Guitar forums seem to hate them as too hot and shrill compared to the actual Firebird pups they resemble. But these DeCola Minis are easily my favourite GIbson pickups for moderate gain.
Another famous player... well kind of... Rowland S Howard. Started out on an Ibanez copy with a bolt-on neck before he got his iconic white Jaguar. Not a Gibson, but RSH is always worth a mention.
Interesting choice using what sounds like an octave pedal on that opening solo. Firebird sounds tremendous and those Firebird pickups are a great alternative to P-90s *just found out like someone below that those are indeed Firebird pick-ups and not mini humbuckers
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Jesus wept! That opening solo🔥🔥
Worlds within worlds!
unreal
has his own sound completely.
Chris has truly been blessed y God. Stay humble young man. Your playing mastery is beyond your life years, and you're a blessing to your subscribers. Especially to me, a 65 year old rockin guitarist.
Kurtiss from southern California. Aka Citizen Joe
He wept again when he saw the Springer!11😂
I've a dream about the world where I can hear Chris on the a radio, everyday 😊. He's definitely one of my favorite musician on YT nowadays.
I've been playing guitar for nearly 50 of my 68 years and this young fella Chris buck is a very impressive force to be reckoned with!
My personal opinion is that he is a very close match with Jeff Beck. If he can squeeze tears out of both of my eyes together, he passes the test. You must have your own style however and BOTH Chris Buck and Jeff Beck are pretty hard to beat with this type of playing style.
I agree whole heartedly.
Firebirds are having a moment. They had a moment back in the late 1970s as well. They for some reason are very in-vogue. The case to carry it around makes them a pain in the ass.
They fit perfectly in a bass gig bag, the only way to fly!!! 👍😁
Really the only people I’ve ever seen use the firebird III with the non reverse headstock are the Dessner brothers from the indie band the National
@@kevinmagee8192Noel Gallagher was a non-reverse guy in the 90’s. (Gem Archer played it later on after he joined Oasis). Thurston Moore plays one in Sonic Youth’s ‘100%’ video. Adam Granduciel from The War On Drugs played one a lot before he went fully-in on Jazzmasters.
@@kevinmagee8192 Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown also also used it as his main guitar in his later years
Yes, it dwarfs the case for my 13 lb. 34” scale Bass, it’s like a piano or keyboard case 😳
Nah, it’s not leaving the house 🤣. But that’s ok, because I rarely do either 🤣🤣🤣
Whoah, dude. That "Jam" from 4:35 to 6:55 about had me in tears. You are a Wizard, sir.
Your playing inspires me - I was never the best shredder, try though I certainly did. But even my teacher told another student who was also my friend he was jealous of my "feel" and expression, which I don't know that you can teach someone, you just learn by instinct. But you, you take that school of thought, that way of playing and turn it up to 11 and I absolutely love it. Your style is instantly recognisable, wildly expressive and far more memorable than most anyone I can think of. Here's to blazing your own trail!
Chris is my favorite guitarist of the 21st century! This is a real treat! Amazing soloing!
Thanks for the Firebird pickup design clarification. 👌🏻 Lots of confusion out there!
Even though they were shot over the course of a year, you made sure to wear the same clothes in each example video. Respect!
Congrats for not only realizing Firebird pickups are not mini humbuckers, I've lost track of how many times I've corrected reviewers/demonstrators on this, but great to see the actual animation of the difference. Very well done.
Well they ARE still a hum bucker, BUT they are their OWN thing!
@@DMSProduktions That's not the point. As shown in the vid they have completely different construction from mini humbuckers, which they are often confused with.
@@Relayer6a Oh phuck mi!
Always wanted a Firebird and would have bought a Epiphone model except that they were a set neck instead of a neck through design. To me this wasn't a true Firebird...fast forward to recently and holy moley, Epiphone did it right...bought one asap and it has been a true love affair...somewhere between a strat and a paul and sounds and plays wonderfully 😀
Your playing leaves me speechless❤
This guy is friggen sick at guitar!!
I bought a Tokai Firebird in 2012 for 300 bucks. Still have it today and play it almost everyday, a very versatile guitar that you can do anything with.
My other guitar player had one. Beautiful, aII the right stuff in a creamy white fudge color with goId hdwe. Being a huge Johnnie Winter fan he made it scream. My 77 Ies pauI Custom in the white fudge color with goId hdwe. made for a mighty handsome duo when we happen to bring them to the same gig...which was rare. but when we did it was ususaIIy a sublime evening. Play on brother, you are an inspiration regardless of what you choose to pIay.
I love your playing , Chris ! You play like your life depends on it ! CHEERS !
Thank you Chris. My Dad's absolute favorite bluesman was Johnny Winter, I grew up sitting in front of the stereo with his vinyls cranked with stupid grins on both of our faces. I lost him going on 16 years ago, and while I have those vinyls that we used to sit and listen to it's rare that I can sit down and listen to them because those tones bring back so much pain of his loss. I know he was right here with me watching you rip through that intro, wish he was actually still here to enjoy your music because I know he would love it.
Chris, I really like your note choices, and to me that’s the most important part of being a guitar player. Certainly a lead guitar player.
These episodes are little gems from the playing to the insight. Thank you Chris.
Your solos front and back just crushed! So sweet!
Ridiculously good playing.
hells bells that middle position is wonderful - never been a fan of these cos of the darkness below? bright on top but every other freq had a darkness. but that mid position, and the pick-ups explanation (which was excellent) have me warming to the Bird
Omg I literally just got a firebird and was looking up info on it and go figure you have a video all about it that's 2 hours old 😂 love it!
I figured it would be only a matter of time before Chris Buck Rocked a FireChicken. Nice demo playing the vintage Bird. The vintage ones have the SOUND. If someone has the newer gibsons, and want the vintage tone, they will have to go after market, perhaps Duncan. Nice Springer.
Great video as always Chris. John Otway and Wild Willy Barrett are indelibly imprinted in my brain! Blackpool Tiffany's Mecca Ballroom 26.10.1978. John's shirt was ripped to pieces by the end of the gig. He took a wire coathanger, bent it around his shoulders and cradled his SHURE SM58 in the hook of the hanger, a bit like a harmonica holder. How he didn't take out his front teeth I will never know. Totally bonkers and wonderful night. I was right at the front. It was a Sixth Form dance event. Most of my friends just didnt know what to make of it all. For me it was total brilliance. Alex Harvey was another live artist that just had you enthralled back then. Fun times!
You actually prove that any genre can be played on any style of guitar, and it is truly a beautiful thing! Thank you Chris. 👍❤️
Those inlays on the Springer are lovely!
The intro was mind-blowing then the following jams were fantasy rock-like, which I also love 😁 That Firebird is a looker and a treat for the ears 😌
I’ll have to pick one up today. Thanks for the inspiration and insight ✌🏻❤️🎸
Thanks Chris! Wicked playing as always! I bet you could make a mop sound great!🤪
Johnny, as well as Edgar Winter were rad man!!!!
I get a firebird in my shop once in a while, actually more of the bases than the guitars. They hold up pretty well, but frets wear, and a well loved instrument is usually a worn one, so I normally get them in for fret wear, setups, and dent and ding removal. John Entwistle was a big influence on so many!
There is an early black 6 string original I converted to a Kahler tremolo, Locking nut, and Stainless Steel frets decades ago, I can only imagine it's still floating out there somewhere teasing ears and blowing minds.😁
Chris - this is an excellent video. You absolutely nailed the details on this. I have owned 12+ Firebirds over the years. I currently have two '63s (VII and V, the latter formerly owned by The Hives) and two '64s (a I and a III). They're all wildly different in character. I've played them all live... though probably never again for the VII - it's too valuable (and clean). It's also arguably the best sounding of the brood.
I also have a '71 Deluxe that I've owned for 15+ years, and a '54 LP Custom I acquired late last year. (Again, gigged with those a lot and love them, but the '71 is my baby). It was a delight to hear you compare the LPD, LP GT, and the FB III. The ceramic on the LPD is so obvious to my ears - the extra squish in the notes. The AlNiCo on the FB sounds bright and punches. And, well, the PAFs on the GT - what can be said that hasn't already been said?
You rock. Subbed.
Damnit, that was the meanest tone I've EVER heard! Followed by the sweetest tone I've EVER heard! Now I have to buy the 16th guitar I can't afford. Now I have to eat on the soup line after I buy one!
Im 4 or 5 guitars ahead of you and there is a good half dozen i still 'need' plus a load of pedals.
@craigtodd8297
?yea we definitely don't need them. But we are definitely getting one. I got my eye on a gibson studio on reverb.
Off the charts Chris!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Fantastic opening jam!
Thanks for a great overview. Always a pleasure to hear your playing!
@Chris Buck - I love the comparisons starting at @9:40. I'd say none of the tones were "best", as that's an oxymoron. They're different, allowing different expression, which is what it's all about. Music contains infinite methods for expression of the infinite permutations of our souls during human existence. Beautiful playing as always!
Not to forget Kal David ...
Thx great episode as always!
Great post 👌I have a 2016 firebird standard at first I didn’t like it the PUs we’re very bright but now am I love with it 👌👌Chris your playing is off the charts good in fact it’s just brilliant 10(10 👌👌
Chris, I had a 60s sunburst reverse Firebird V in the 80s. Thought I would never play this again and foolishly sold it for an embarrassingly low price. Think about it everyday. Your amazing playing continues to inspire me, thank you!
Welcome to Bird-land sir. We are happy to have you join us. There is NOTHING like a Firebird. Many many great guitars but Firebirds are unique. Thunderbird basses are a joy too. I continue to look for a VII to go with my V
Firebird is my favorite body shape. I’ve owned 4 in the past and haven’t connected with any of them :( surprisingly, the newer epiphone firebirds are absolutely Ace!
I remember falling in love with the idea of a tele and then playing one and going "Oh. I don't like it AT ALL. Huh." Granted, I'm a lefty, and I didn't have a lot of options to choose from, but it was something about how far forward the bridge was that just didn't work for me. Funny how we love the look of a guitar but if it doesn't feel right, it just doesn't matter. I would LOVE a Firebird or an Explorer, but I just won't ever find a lefty one, so they'll just live in my head I guess
Very sweet playing on your first "Jam" section, that out-of-phase tone is crazy good. Toss some drive on top of that and it will be spellbinding. Thanks for your great videos, I do look forward to Fridays brother.
I don’t know whether or not you used your own gear, but I never heard you with such a beautiful sound before. Loved everything about it, including the out of phase sound of the middle position!!! ❤❤❤
That outro jam is ridiculous! 😉
You are a Master Chris❤❤❤❤❤❤ Alisa🌺
the Firebird is a hidden gem honestly its such a sweet piece of gear as are the special humbuckers
I used to have one. I loved its unique sound and leftward placement of the strings. There was some neck dive, but the waist is in just the right place to rest your right forearm on it and add enough pressure to keep its beak up.
I recently took a chance on the new IBG Epiphone Firebird and had a Duncan Antiquity proper Firebird pickup installed. I was absolutely floored by the amount of brightness. Rolling back the tone knob is a must.
Great comparison between the tone of the FB and the two LP types, done systematically and with a clean sound - very welcome, most guitar "comparisons" are pretty well hopeless, particularly when a ton of gain is applied!
The Firebird is the most underrated guitar. The 60’s versions are very rare and expensive but you can still find 76 Bicentennial model. It’s still expensive but obtainable. If you find one buy it. They are jumping in value very quickly now.
Who says you can't play metal? That intro was awesome!
That outro was unreal!
Hi Chris, you made smile when you mentioned John Otway and Wild Willy Barret,. When I was in a band in the 80's we had the honour of supporting them at the Tunnel Club in Greenwich! I met you in a corridor after you supported the great Peter Frampton at the RAH. Cardinal Black were amazing that night and you were a diamond geezer when we met, despite obviously being busy. Hopefully catch you on tour. All the very best to you and the band, Charlie 👍.
Thank you Charlie, lovely to have met you. Apologies if I was a little rushed when I bumped into you in the corridor in the R.A.H; I was on my way to find my parents who watched from one of the boxes. My old man was very ill and passed a few months later so that gig will forever hold a special place for me - it was the last time he saw me play. Cheers Charlie, I hope you're well.
Another very watchable video. Cheers Chris. I went into Bridgend music store on Saturday with 3 guitars and came out with a tokai fb65. Totally unexpected but when I picked it off the peg it just felt right. I think it's the first guitar I feel completely comfortable playing. Sounds great plays lovely.
Some of the best guitar noises are Chris' video intros.
Few years ago I finally bought a Firebird, from Epiphone - totally (and tonally) brilliant!
GOD I love 1's and 3's. I used to hate the Non-Reverse ones, but in my old age I love them as well.
The is some of the sweetest playing I’ve ever heard.💯💪
Super insightful on top of killer playing. Great stuff!
Lots of character in the Firebird tone..
So many guitars so little time. Life is short!!
Also heard on many Motown recordings
Tone is all in the jumper!
"Firebirds" seem to be all the rage this last week or so......even Jeff McErlain bought one...a beauty.....
Great stuff as always Chris !! For me the neck pickup on a Firebird is one the best tones of any guitar ever made ! The single pickup version should have a neck only instead of the bridge pickup which is on the Clapton FB for example!
Nice sound brother,.... Greetings from Skandinavia Denmark 🇩🇰
I hope that intro riff is a CB song! Killer!
Excellent comparison to the LP varieties- and always great playing.
Very nice bottom and treble to that clean tone. Almost perfection, purdy darn close.
I love these episode when Chris discovers a new guitar, love the intros and playing.
That said, I feel Chris could play a potato and make it sound good.
Thank You for the content Sir.
Love the little quote of Peter Green's intro to "Need Your Love So Bad" at around 5:33 after you switched to out of phase in the middle position! Also, those bass string overbends in the first jam were incredible -- such a rich sound, and SO hard to control...kind of like a cross between Otis Rush and Jerry Donahue. Amazing stuff!
I love the Firebird, but i think the non reverse takes the cake for me. A non reverse Firebird III is up there as one of my faves, next to the ES-330/335 and the Jazzmaster and Jaguar.
Plus, those pickups sound incredible. Just so sweet.
Ahh man, another great vid, Chris! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and talent!
One of my dream guitars because of Allen Collins alone
Sweet playing, as always.
Special brownie points for continuing the last jam after knocking the low E off its saddle
😹😹😹
Wow Chris your just such an amazing player and a one off for sure keep it up.
Thank you for your videos, there seems to be less and less decent content on TH-cam, this brightens up my day! Any recommendations for other decent content people?
One of my absolutlely favorit guitars! I whant one!
Love that bit of country and western on intro. 😁
Enjoyed that one
So weird, I have been hankering for a Firebird, thanks in most part, to Uncle Larry himself and as soon as I offload a guitar or two I plan on getting a Firebird soon as possible! And yes, wearing the same shirt is very important in a comparison video,,good on you for being scientific! All were great sounding guitars in your hands but the Firebird has something special! Thanks Chris!
A Firebird V was my stage guitar in the 90s. They make you play on the edge. The cutting tone, the neck position, and the visual statement don’t allow for a timid approach. In the end I moved on and made the hard decision to sell it because I wanted my playing to change and develop in different directions. I should regret parting with it as it was a great guitar to play and would be worth a lot more now than any other guitar I own, or have owned, but I was right in my instinct. Left a lot of good memories though.
The Firebird definitely fits your style. There’s so much to love about the guitar. I owned a Firebird III, which was great. Loved the mini humbuckers, the neck, the headstock and tuners, the sustain, but the offset of the body just wasn’t comfortable.
Sorry I have to say you play so Tasty, each note is just a feeling your body feel’s Loved the sound of the Fire Bird❤ Alisa🌺
I peed maself by the end of the opening solo, thank you very much...
Knocked the E string right off the bridge of that Firehawk in the exit jam 🤘
That tune you’re doing from 4.32 onwards on the ‘65 Firebird III sounds so much like the Thirteen Moons circa 1987. It’s fab.
Great video! Firebirds are IMO the best of both worlds. I seen Johnny Winter in a little club when I was 15, and wanted a Firebird BAD after that. My beautiful wife bought me one for my 40th birthday and it’s been my #1 ever since.
Bucking Good Show!!!
I've got an inspired by Gibson Epiphone Firebird.its bloody petfect.
I have a firebird inspired revolts Mondata. I noticed the pickups were microphonic and didn't realize that is a feature of many firebird pickups
I love Firebirds to look at, I mean, just look at it 😍. However, I don’t get on with them from an ergonomic/playability standpoint, they’re just ‘wrong’, nothing is where I expect it to be. Doesn’t stop with wanting one though, more precisely, a white one, Johnny Winter style.
I love the firebird sound. The long body make me feel like I'm reaching out WAY to my left, though. Never been a 3 pickup fan when it has a 3 position switch. Worst example of that is a Rickenbacker 370. You actually get less sounds than with the 2 pickup model. But a 3 position switch shouldn't have more than 2 pickups.
The 3 way should be between neck and bridge with an extra separate volume control to blend in the middle.
Ever since seeing Phil X play an Ember Red Firebird iii for fretted Americana, I always wanted one and thought they were rad. I've gone through eight (Gibson and Epiphone), and still have 2. They really are a love hate relationship. The thing is so rad and unique and I freaking love it, but they play so differently, and I just can't put down my Schecter S style guitars, So the birds rarely get love.
Absolutely kick ass playing and sounds 🤘
The jumper line got me 🤣
I have an Epiphone FB, the 'inspired by Gibson' thing. Reverse headstock. The pick-ups are phenomenal, I love that guitar 😍
Thanks for the Firebird love!
Nice to see the Firebird and Mini pickup schematics for people to learn. But not mentioned here there are the more recent Gibson Jim DeCola designed hot dual rail minis that look like Firebird pickups with a smooth cover, but have two non magnetized steel rails with one bar magnet under like the regular mini. Found in various Firebird, SG and LP models from 2012 up. I have the Alnico 5 (15015) (neck 14k, bridge 26k) and Ceramic (495/17058) bar magnet versions but also there's an Alnico 2 version (2012 70s Tribute). Sound sort of Firebird, sort of Tele, but with more bottom end. Guitar forums seem to hate them as too hot and shrill compared to the actual Firebird pups they resemble. But these DeCola Minis are easily my favourite GIbson pickups for moderate gain.
Another famous player... well kind of... Rowland S Howard. Started out on an Ibanez copy with a bolt-on neck before he got his iconic white Jaguar. Not a Gibson, but RSH is always worth a mention.
Interesting choice using what sounds like an octave pedal on that opening solo. Firebird sounds tremendous and those Firebird pickups are a great alternative to P-90s
*just found out like someone below that those are indeed Firebird pick-ups and not mini humbuckers
Most be in the fingers...you make all guitar sound Great...😮
Out-of-phase position: Immediately plays Peter Green ❤❤
Its not the guitar, its you, my well-spoken Welshman.
My favorite guitar