Gibson Flying V
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Gibson 70s Flying V Classic White
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Gibson Custom Shop 1967 Mahogany Flying V Reissue with Maestro Vibrola Gloss Sparkling Burgundy
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Gibson Custom Shop 58 Korina Flying V Black Pickguard Natural VOS (Ex-Demo) #82372
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Gibson Custom Shop 1967 Mahogany Flying V Reissue with Maestro Vibrola Gloss Sparkling Burgundy #400137
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About Gibson Flying V
Gibson Flying V is an electric guitar design made by Gibson since 1958. The Flying V has an instantly recognisable V-shaped solid mahogany body and glued-in mahogany neck. The Flying V was released alongside the Gibson Explorer, as part of the Gibson Modernistic Range, a series of bold new futuristic looking guitars. Early Flying V guitars had Korina bodies, though most today are mahogany with rosewood fingerboards. Gibson Flying V guitars have the characteristically powerful sound that is Gibson’s trademark, is light in weight and easy to play. Most Flying V guitars have two humbucking pickups, two volume controls and one master tone control. Gibson Flying V is a rock star's guitar if ever there was one, having been adopted by a long run of exhibitionistic guitarists: Jimi Hendrix, Lenny Kravitz and Michael Schenker have all pledged allegiance to the bold design and thick tone of the V.
Why Should I Choose a Gibson Flying V Guitar?
- Immediately impressive looks
- Lightweight
- Trademark rich Gibson sound
- Very easy to play, with excellent upper fret access
Frequently Asked Questions about Gibson Flying V
Question: What is the Gibson Flying V series?
The Gibson Flying V Series is a range of electric guitars made by Gibson Guitars. They all share the same iconic V-shaped body and are built to produce a thick, sustaining tone that is perfect for rock, metal and blues playing. Gibson currently produce Flying V guitars that are based on models from different decades from the late 1950s up to the present day.
Question: Who plays a Gibson Flying V?
The Gibson Flying V is played by Jimi Hendrix, Lenny Kravitz, Billy Gibbons, Dave Mustaine, Albert King, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett, Michael Schenker and Andy Powell.
Question: Where are Gibson Flying V guitars made?
Gibson Flying V guitars are made in Nashville, Tennessee. They are available as part of Gibson’s regular USA range of instruments, and as limited edition Gibson Custom Shop guitars.
Question: Is the Gibson Flying V good for beginners?
Yes, Gibson Flying V guitars are good for beginners because they have a very pleasant feel and are easy to play. Contrary to popular opinion, they are easy to play whilst sitting down: you simply place your right thigh between the points of the V, and the guitar is then extremely comfortable to sit with.
Question: What gauge strings are on a Gibson Flying V guitar?
10-46 gauge strings are usually used on Gibson Flaying V guitars. We refer to this string gauge simply as ‘tens’ and they are the perfect weight and thickness for a guitar like the Flying V, which has a 24.75” scale length.
Question: Did Jimi Hendrix ever play a Flying V?
Yes, Jimi Hendrix was well known to play a Gibson Flying V in addition to other guitar styles. One Flying V in particular - known as ‘Love Drops’ - is famously associated with Hendrix because he hand-painted flowers and hearts over the black finish with nail polish. He used this guitar for the studio recording of All Along the Watchtower, and performed with it live and on television performances.
Question: What finishes is the Gibson Flying V available in?
Currently, the only standard finish available for the Flying V is Aged Cherry with a white pickguard.
Question: Will the Gibson Flying V fit on a guitar stand?
Yes, despite its unusual shape, the Gibson Flying V fits fine on most guitar stands, partly due to its symmetrical design. Wall hangers are not a problem either.
One thing to note though (and this applies to not only Flying Vs but all Gibsons and any other guitar with a nitrocellulose finish) is this: certain plastics used in the making of some guitar stands can damage the finish by 'eating away' at the nitro and leaving marks.
Avoid this happening by doing a little research into your choice of stand. At guitarguitar we offer stands by Hercules because we know that they will not affect a nitrocellulose finish in any way.
Question: Can the Gibson Flying V be played sitting down?
Technically yes but it isn't easy! If you want to play a Gibson Flying V sitting down (but why would you?), try a quasi-classical stance by having the V-shape split over your right leg, allowing you to play the guitar at a diagonal angle.
