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Gibson & Epiphone Cashback Promotion
From 1st May to 30th June, purchase a Gibson or Epiphone stringed instrument (e.g. guitar, bass, mandolin) valued at $999+ and claim serious cashback! Simply purchase any Gibson or Epiphone stringed instrument over $999 from Riffs & Licks Music during the promotion period, retain your tax invoice, and submit your cashback claim here by 11:59 pm AEST 7th July 2026. Once your details have been validated, you will receive a confirmation email. Once approved, you will receive a digitally issued Corporate Prepaid Card within 30-60 days. A full list of eligible products is available here.
Cashback Tiers
- Purchase products valued at $999+ and claim $150 cashback
- Purchase products valued at $1,999+ and claim $300 cashback
- Purchase products valued at $4,999+ and claim $500 cashback
- Purchase products valued at $9,999+ and claim $1000 cashback
Please Note: Second-hand items are not eligible. Product value refers to the purchased price of individual products, not the total purchase amount. One cashback claim per product. Each product is eligible for the cashback amount in the relevant tier described above; tiers are not cumulative (e.g. products valued at $1,999+ are eligible for $300 cashback only, not $300 cashback + $150 cashback from $999+ tier). Only instruments that have been paid in full and invoiced by June 30 are eligible. If purchasing via layby, please ensure the full balance is paid by June 30. Pre-Order products will only be eligible if they are delivered and invoiced by June 30; any pre-order ETA is an ETA only and is not a guarantee that the product will be available by this date. Full terms and conditions are available here.
Gibson Firebird Platypus Tobacco Sunburst - DSFRP00TBCH1
The Gibson Firebird Platypus pays homage to the rare transitional Firebird models of 1965, featuring a unique non-reverse headstock with six-in-line Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners. The mahogany body and set mahogany neck create a powerful resonance, complemented by a SlimTaper profile and rosewood fretboard for smooth playability. Equipped with historically accurate Firebird mini humbuckers with Alnico 5 magnets, this guitar delivers bell-like chime when clean and cuts through the mix with rich rock and blues tones when pushed. Individual volume and tone controls allow for detailed sound shaping, while the iconic hot-stamped Firebird pickguard adds to its distinct visual appeal. A premium hardshell case is included for protection.
At Riffs & Licks Music, we think the Gibson Firebird Platypus is the perfect fusion of vintage style, modern playability, and signature Firebird tone, making it an outstanding choice for players seeking something truly unique.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Firebird |
| Body Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Profile | SlimTaper |
| Scale Length (Inches) | 628.65 mm (24.75") |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Frets | 22 |
| Nut, Width (Inches) | Graph Tech, 43.053 mm (1.695") |
| Inlays | Acrylic Trapezoid |
| Hardware | Chrome |
| Bridge, Tailpiece | Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic, Aluminum Stop Bar |
| Tuners | Grover Mini Rotomatic |
| Pickguard | White with Red Firebird Graphic |
| Control Knobs | Gold Top Hat with Silver Reflector |
| Pickups | Firebird Mini Humbucker (Neck), Firebird Mini Humbucker (Bridge) |
| Controls | 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle Switch |
| Bag/Case | Hardshell Case Included |
(8000462)
| Body Shape | Firebird & Similar |
| Left / Right Handed | Right Handed |
| Series | Gibson Original Collection |
| SKU | 8000462 |
| Barcode # | 711106155463 |
| Brand | Gibson |
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