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The very first Flying V left the Gibson factory in 1958. And although it ook time for the legend to grow, the Flying V has become a true, vintage guitar rarity, as well as a benchmark for what a powerful, performance-driven guitar should be today. Now, 50 years later, Gibson USA honors that legacy with the introduction of the 50-Year cCommemorative Flying V-- a fitting tribute to one the worl\'ds most recognizable guitars, and Gibson USA\'s Guitar of the month for March 2008. The 50-Year Commemorative Flying V combines several timeless elements of the 1958 model, with a few modern appointments for today\'s demanding players. The solid mahogany, V-shaped body has been outfitted with a AA maple top and beveled edges exclusive to this limited edition. Also created especially for the 50-Year Commermorative Flying V is an exclusive Brimstone Burst finish, and the headstock\'s rare, art deco Gibson logo, which was recently found among old drawings belonging to legendary Gibson President Ted McCarty. the neck sports the traditional Flying V profile--a hybrid between Gibson\'s standard \'50s rounded contour and the \'60s slim-taper profile. It is topped by a 22-fret ebony fingerboard with pearl split-block inlays. This special Flying V is powered by a Gibson \'57 Classic pickup in the neck and a Gibson \'57 Classic Plus in the bridge. Other select features include gold fret wire. Steinberger Gearless Tuners. and a custom Guitar of the Month case from Gibson USA. Like all of Gibson USA\'s Guitars of the Month, production is limited to just 1,000 guitars.
BODY
Body Style: New Retro V
Top Species: AA Maple
Back Species: Mahogany
Binding: Single-Ply
FINGERBOARD
Fingerboard Species: Ebony w/Gold Fretwire
Scale Length: 243/4"
Number of Frets: 22
Inlays: Pearl Split Blocks
ELECTRONICS
Neck Pickup: 57 Classic
Bridge Pickup: 57 Classic +
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
NECK
Species: Mahogany
Profile: Flying V
Peghead Pitch: Flying V
Nut Width: 1.695
Neck Joint: 17
HARDWARE
Plating Finish: Gold
Tailpiece: Stop Bar
Bridge: TOM
Knobs: Black Top Hat with Gold Inserts
Tuners: Steinberger Gearless |
