Gibson [Flying V Series] Flying V Faded - Worn Cherry user reviews ( 9/10) - 18 user reviews

• 12/28/11

  heads on fire's review "Hard rock machine!"

  Characteristics

  Color: Faded Cherry
  
  Body: Mahogany
  
  Neck: Mahogany with special rounded profile
  
  Fingerboard: Rosewood with pearloid dot inlays
  
  Number of frets: 22
  
  Pickups: Two Gibson Alnico Humbucking pickups
  
  Controls: Two volume, one tone with three-way pickup selector switch
  
  Machine heads: Green Key
  
  Hardware: Chrome plated
  
  Case: Black padded gigbag
  
  Output Jack: Quarter inch

  Utilization

  I've stated time and again that I don't like the odd, angular shaped guitars. But I've always been intrigued by the Flying V guitars. Maybe it was seeing Hendrix, Albert King, or Billy Gibbons playing one that really piqued my curiosity, but I've always thought they looked rather special. So I finally decided to try one out. The Faded Flying V was the only V my local store had in stock, so I put it to the test. Firstly, and most obviously, the guitar is somewhat cumbersome to hold while in a seated position. The guitar must be held with the "arms" of the V shape astride one leg, and this results in a higher playing angle than most people are used to. As odd as that is, it actually makes the fretting arm more comfortable. The setup was great right out of the box, and I could get great tones right away.

  Sounds

  Again, another homerun from Gibson in the tonal department. This guitar has a thick, singing sustain from the neck position, and a nice, powerful cut out of the bridge. The guitar probably isn't terribly appropriate for all styles, but I could see someone using it in anything except country and jazz and pulling it off.

  Overall Opinion

  Overall, another great product from Gibson. The looks are classic, yet simple, and the tonal picture is nice. Playability is like that of any good Gibson, and your wallet won't suffer!
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• 09/03/11

  iamqman's review "Staple rock n roll guitar"

  Characteristics

  The Gibson flying V guitar is a great rock 'n roll and a great looking guitar and sounding guitar. Whenever someone sees this guitar on stage are in an even in the guitar shop you just think hard rock or metal. Whether it be country or pop music with this guitar you're just think about heavy distortion and long hair. It's a great looking guitar and one of the most iconic looking guitars that is ever been built. It has a great tone is very Gibson sounding in nature but does have its own thing going on compared to a Gibson SG or get some Les Paul guitar.

  Utilization

  Gibson Flying V Faded Electric Guitar Specifications
  
  
  
  * Body: Mahogany
  
  * Neck: Mahogany
  
  * Neck Profile: Rounded
  
  * Scale Length: 24-3/4 inches
  
  * Nut Width: 1-11/16 inches
  
  * Fingerboard: Rosewood
  
  * Inlay: Pearloid dot
  
  * Number of Frets: 22
  
  * Bridge: Tune-o-Matic bridge with stopbar tailpiece
  
  * Pickups: 496R and 500T with ceramic magnets
  
  * Controls:
  
  o Two volume knobs
  
  o One tone knob
  
  o Three-way pickup selector switch
  
  * Tuners: Grover
  
  * Hardware: Chrome
  
  * Included Accessories: Deluxe Gig Bag

  Sounds

  The guitars pretty easy to play but I suggest using it with the guitar strap. If you've ever played a Gibson SG or Gibson Les Paul guitar and then you know that you can set them in your lap and play them sitting on a chair or stool. This is not to be a guitar that you're going to be able to do that with. If you play to Gibson Firebird and you know exactly what I'm talking about because the weird body shape doesn't allow this guitar to sit on your knee. So you always have to use this with a guitar strap and probably standing up. So with that in mind which is not a big deal but it's just something that needs to be said about this guitar. It has a ye large body in the shape of a fee with the usual volume and tone control knobs. Much like the Gibson SG guitar where you can reach the high register frets this guitar allows you to do the same thing. So you're good. Have a lot more versatility in the upper frets than you would be Gibson Les Paul guitarists because those have the back of the body more closer towards the frets which allows it more difficult to reach those higher frets. To this when you're able to play up in the higher frets with much more ease.
  
  
  
  The tone is guitar is fantastic with its mahogany wood would a body and neck. You have a rosewood fretboard and the overall tone is guitar is very rock 'n roll. It sounds absolutely fantastic couple with a Marshall amplifier or Mesa boogie amplifier. Pretty much any high gain amplifier will work well with this guitar. My personal favor probably has to be either a Marshall amplifier that's modified or a Bogner amplifier. Something was a good chewy distortion tone works well with this guitar. Simply because it allows for that good chunky rhythmic tone so a good steak distortion sounds exceptional with this guitar.

  Overall Opinion

  Add new you can find these guitars for right around $900 which is a steal of a price. This is a great price for good rock 'n roll guitar and a great digging guitar. This is the players guitar for sure and not a boutique or showroom guitar. The look of it just stands out very well so you better be ready to rock it hard if you're going to bring this guitar on stage with you. It's a great price guitar for someone he's looking to get into something better than a Ibanez guitar and wants a fantastic recording and gigging guitar.
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• 08/30/11

  King Loudness's review "Radical, man"

  Characteristics

  The Gibson Flying V Faded is a guitar that is essentially a Gibson Flying V '67 reissue, but instead of being painted in a solid colour finish like black, white or cherry it is painted in one of Gibson's "faded" finishes. I personally am a fan of these finishes as they are much thinner than a typical paint job (helping the tone) plus they are generally cheaper than the regular '67 V. Bonus!
  
  
  
  It's got all mahogany construction with a rosewood fretboard, 22 frets, dot inlays, Kluson tuners, tune-o-matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece, and a pair of high output Gibson 496R and 500T humbuckers. There's a fairly simple control layout of two volumes (one per pickup) a master tone control for both pickups as well as a 3 way toggle switch for the dual humbuckers.

  Utilization

  The Flying V is a fairly ergonomic guitar that sits extremely well on the body and is light in weight. The faded construction makes the guitar feel purer and more air-y, almost as if it has a layer removed when compared to the regular '67 V. It's light and very resonant. Even when being played unplugged it sounds clear and defined - always a good sign. The upper fret access is quite good on this guitar too.
  
  
  
  Getting a good sound of this guitar is fairly simple. Most classic Gibsons are basically plug and play guitars that are meant for a specific player who knows how to channel what he or she wants from their instrument, and this guitar is no exception. It sounds excellent for hard rock and classic metal, and the thinner faded finish helps to give the guitar a sound is brighter and not quite as compressed as the regular Flying V.

  Sounds

  The Faded Flying V is equipped with fairly high output pickups that work well for rock and metal styles. It's not a guitar that sounds stellar to me for cleaner work, because Gibson's higher output pickups tend to compress easily and not allow for the dynamic level that contributes to a great sounding clean tone. However, for overdrive tones it sounds great. The neck pickup has a wonderful fluid tone for lead work from rock to metal/shred, and the bridge pickup has a nice raunchy bite that really cuts through in a mix, even at higher gain settings. It's definitely well suited to players looking for a guitar that sounds great for heavier sounds but still with a nice air-y quality that is due to the thinner finish.

  Overall Opinion

  The Gibson Faded Flying V is a great sounding and great playing guitar for anyone looking for a flashy yet great sounding guitar at a good price. For $1,000 new, this guitar is an excellent value for money, and I really like it overall. I personally prefer this model to the more expensive '67 RI V because it sounds more vintage and less compressed, especially on higher gain settings. Definitely give one a whirl if you get the chance.
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• 05/24/11

  tjon901's review "A flying V for everyone."

  Characteristics

  The Flying V is a classic design by Gibson. It was introduced in the late 50s and was way too radical and ahead of its time. It was re-introduced in the mid 60s and people loved it. Gibson has been making them ever since. This Faded version is currently the most popular Flying V model right now. Gibson noticed that people were starting to like worn in looking guitars. They decided to start a line of Faded guitars that do not have the final clear coat on them to give guitar players a line of new guitars that look old. The guitar is made from solid mahogany with a mahogany set neck. The neck is 22 frets with a rosewood fretboard. The neck is not bound. It has two volume knobs and one tone knob and a 3 way pickup selector. It has 496R and 500T ceramic magnet pickups in the neck and bridge respectively. These pickups are Gibsons own design. It has a traditional Les Paul style tune-o-matic bridge and stop tailpiece.

  Utilization

  Because of the V design the upper frets are easier to reach than on a Les Paul. The set neck design means there is a bit of a heel at the neck joint but on this model it is not bad. Because there is no clear coat on the final the guitar feels very smooth and it does not ever get sticky. Because of the shape you may have to play in a classical position when you play sitting down but this is not a problem for me because I always play in a classical position.

  Sounds

  The pickups the V comes with are generic Gibson pickups. They are good at everything but not great at anything. The mahogany wood give the guitar a really deep sound even though the body is not that big. If you want to play heavier music you may want to change out the pickups. The Gibson pickups are medium output and are voiced more for classic rock.

  Overall Opinion

  Its great for Gibson to put out cheaper models of their guitars that have practically the same features. The flying V is a very popular guitar. The Flying V has been around for over 50 years and will be around for a many more years. So if you are looking for a classic design that will always be cool and popular the Faded flying V might be right for you.
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• 08/22/08

  sat4n's review

  Characteristics

  The Flying V Faded is based on the late-sixties V design in which the three control knobs form a triangle, not the fifties design in which they form a straight line. It's got the usual V features: two humbuckers, mahogany body, ebony fingerboard, and penis-shaped silhouette.
  
  
  
  The following things distinguish the Faded version of the V from the non-faded version: It has one coat lacquer as opposed to several, it comes with a gigbag rather than a hard case, it costs significantly less money. You could actually buy this guitar and then buy a hardcase from Gibson and you'd still be paying less money than for the non-faded V. The missing coats of lacquer do not make a difference to the sound (unless, I suppose, you're playing it under water).

  Utilization

  Many people who have never actually played a Flying V mistakenly think it will be a) heavy, and b) awkward feeling. The guitar is way lighter and easier to play than a Les Paul, and far more well balanced than an SG (which, to me, always feels like it's going to fall if you don't hold the neck up). Very easy to play and very comfortable to wear.
  
  
  
  I guess if you like playing sitting down you wouldn't want one, because it can't be done very well. Standing up, though, it's very nice. In keeping with its comically-phallic aesthetic, it fits snuggly into the crotch. Oh la la!

  Sounds

  The ceramic magnet pickups that come with this guitar (and all Flying Vs) are good for metal. By "good for metal" I mean that they are extremely high-output and make even the warmest-sounding tube amp sound like you've plugged the guitar directly into a cheap solid-state PA system. If you do not play metal I highly recommend that you replace the stock pickups. I swapped mine out for for Gibson '57 Classics and, along with the hardcase upgrade I mentioned earlier, this is now my main gigging guitar. Furthermore, I made back much of the money I spent by selling the old pickups and the gigbag, but even had I not sold them I still would have spent less on this guitar than I would have on the non-faded V. And the new pickups make this one sound so much better!

  Overall Opinion

  I've had this guitar for about two years. I'm not into metal, and neither are my friends or bandmates (we're all into pretentious hipster music), so whenever I play the V they're always skeptical, until they try it out. Once they try it out, they all say they want one. I kind of bought this guitar as a joke; I was planning on starting a joke metal band and then reselling it, but I'm totally serious about it now. After switching the pickups the guitar just sounds great, and it played great from day one. And, of course, it looks, well, hilarious.
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• 11/19/11

  AceLeppard's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Scne excellent guitar!"

  Characteristics

  US-made, Gibson has not yet allowed dlocaliser under his own name!
  
  Two Humbuckers raisin bread, a micro volume, one Tone 22 frets, mahogany body and bridge / tailpiece Tune-o-matic rigor. A visit to the Gibson site is the best thing to do for those who want prcises information on this subject;)

  Utilization

  The handle is trs enjoyable. Much thinner than a Les Paul or an SG my taste is a highway as long as the strings are well RULES.
  
  Those who tackle the form V by saying that you can not sit and play that is anything but practice should rush to buy a Godin or Vigier: if a achte V, because quon is a fan its shape, its look, its sound, its legends ... you name it! In return for that matter, Access in acute is screwed, and you can catch a mid 22me the box with virtually no effort.
  
  
  
  As for weight, the guitar is trslgre, balance and well. It does not sting the nose as a Sg, for example.
  
  We obtain easily trs trs sound good because the original pickups have a good potato. They will change if we want one more grain this or that, because their nature "raisin bread" their Confre all of the same stamp a modern and large enough output level.

  Sounds

  Being a fan of Rock, Hard, or Heavy Blues, this suited me faded Flying V ds the departure. Buy the era because I could not afford to give me a Les Paul, it was my second guitar (an Epiphone Les Paul APRS), and my first Gibson.
  
  The grain of the house has a secret that is bold, to sing, it's full of sustain, it's cutting edge on the high, round the grave, trs versatile and powerful surcrot.
  
  APRS uses have a Peavey Classic 30, I had a Mesa Boogie Mark II and now a Fender Blues Junior. His characters, more "brilliant" than the Les Paul for example transparat whatever the amp in which the branch.
  
  I did change my fawn was that the pickups can be split. As the happy dsormais Owner 'of a Start, I think changing the original gibsons for Dimarzio more powerful story to reach a Heavy Mtal the Maiden or Priest, or sometimes a Start little worth:)

  Overall Opinion

  She follows me dsormais 3 years a few prs. The cot impractical to the V-shape long annoyed me even if the look is well worth: this guitar is probably one of the best guitars scne exists.
  
  I had had the era bought for 780 euros, and I always judge the quality price ratio as excellent. The price has since fallen further but I think the quality frquence of CONTRL in Gibson also!
  
  
  
  I would do exprience with this choice, even if it is mainly budgtaires reasons which led me to buy this MODEL prcis the era!
  
  
  
  I draw your attention to the fact that on sries Faded, there are over guitars that sound bad. Let me explain: we must seek the "good numros" in many tmoignent Sg Les Paul faded faded or I could try. I think mine is one, because I can not get enough and no Flying V did me up Submitted forget mine. :)
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• 06/01/11

  steevysixx's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " GIBSON's true ... YES!!"

  Characteristics

  For specifics, there's sites that will inform better than me ....
  
  Well we will not break the myth, people will say made in USA ..

  Utilization

  The handle is top for me, a little big for its former keeper then try to palm it because the morphology is not discussed ....
  
  Ditto for ergonomics remains in the position where you put it, the above can be Gibson's fart!
  
  This model is access to acute non-debatable, is the queen.
  
  Is connected and it sounds if you know why we bought it.
  
  The only thing that bothers me is the particular texture of the back of the handle raw ...
  
  Yeah I put 10 because the price I paid for it or is like a dream.

  Sounds

  I do blues, rock and metal, it is happening everywhere less than my Ibanez Egen but much more distinctive, I see it as an advantage.
  
  The clean is good for the lens Fender buys you when you play with the volume they even become quite subtle and full of body.
  
  The crunch is terrible enough typed SG (at the same time is the same microphones so ...) a must.
  
  The drives / distos a real massacre, it is fat but not mushy, even for the death rhythmic palm mute is a terrible cleanliness. The form is there for something faded because LP models have no such definition.
  
  For that kind of scratch it takes the lamp and play hard is the only one to realize this great grain scratches.

  Overall Opinion

  Clearly the studio is dead, yesterday I spent 2 hours to record sound with it on my horse leg ... I confess I almost died and lost the use of my back ... Not made to play seated.
  
  Everything else is top level, repeat or live (ie standing) it sounds fabulous and is very enjoyable to play.
  
  I'm used GIBSON because I sell a lot at the store (I work in a guitar mag), this one is terrible for these models were sold boring $ 1,200 at their exit is just before the lack of enthusiasm that's been downgraded models are good for us.
  
  Try V faded they have a real advantage over other models sound faded.
  
  According to the "strawberry rameneurs" I agree with a model at 3000 Euros will be better than my V faded OCCAZ purchased from the net is 450 Euros. This one is a middle ground and is full of quality for no fault.
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• 02/05/11

  pectomachine's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Wow!"

  Characteristics

  Gibson Flying V Faded (French polish)
  
  Handcrafted Nashville, USA
  
  Tune-o-matic
  
  Sleeve Type wide and a bit thick
  
  22 frets, 2 humbuckers
  
  3 potentiometers: 2 volumes, 1 tonalities

  Utilization

  Then, as regards the shape of the guitar is a true work of art! A little agressvie, a little rock, a little very beautiful, this guitar has everything to please me, after everyone's tastes. But the advantage of this form is that it allows access to acute perfect, without harm!
  
  For cons, the sitting position, we must find it, because it is not obvious at first, he must put the guitar on horseback on the left thigh.
  
  And it's a Gibson, so 2 humbuckers, so the sound go out alone!

  Sounds

  Sound, where to start ....
  
  I did it all: clean, distortion, crunch, metal, ...
  
  Vraimment all. I plugged into a Marshall Vintage Mordern 2266C with a combo pedal MXR ZW44 Zakk Wylde signature, and I left for 3 hours of intense play. It has nothing to envy to other guitars!

  Overall Opinion

  I use it since summer 2010, so it's been nearly six months.
  
  I hesitated between many models before, I intended to buy a lespaul save, or I turned to more types of metal models (BC Rich, Dean ,...). Then I fell on this guitar, vraimment not cheer for a Gibson (I got scared at the beginning), she is beautiful vraimment and then she had the air pretty good. So I cracked, and I knew it was available at my store I bought it, and I'm not disappointed vraimment, the finish is vraimment interesting, it is very pleasant to the touch and roots, And then it does not leave fingerprints on the body!
  
  The ratio quality / price ratio is unbeatable, and I would do this either with pleasure!
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• 01/29/11

  windigo's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " A real, real sound!"

  Characteristics

  Hello,
  
  
  
  USA, of course.
  
  I waited to put up a notice and the previous one, because actually I think it is mostly dealers who would sell guitars settled.
  
  I would not say where I bought mine, but new and well settled with good strings over (WB, lol), action game down without twisting.
  
  Now for the freight, they are flawless and frets nickels, anyway, I do not feel one hanging from the handle, even with its layers of varnish and less. There may be a lottery in the control.
  
  Microphones 496 and 500 which tear, a real sound.
  
  The basic adjustments with the controls mentioned above.

  Utilization

  As already stated, a great handle, easy to play, see Tips for maintenance.
  
  The interface is what is done best with the SG in terms of weight, collector of shovels, I dropped my Strato (Fender) and my two Lespaul
  
  (Cort Epiphone and Evil) Because the weight! I no longer play on my two Faded as needed, Gibson and Epiphone SG flying changes. To say that with the weight of years, the weight of the guitar is important.
  
  Access to acute, given its shape, the better off.
  
  The sound, despite its lighter varnish, is the same as her sister, the microphones are also something, then the whole Mahogany anyway.

  Sounds

  Surprising, but yes it is very versatile.
  
  I use a lot of effects, the choice of the microphones is just for the select or clear lens, with respect to saturated, it's great. The heat of a Vox AC 30 or AC 15 ADV for the home, everything is good.
  
  I do not hate any of my sounds, I have a weakness for fat sounds and also the types of overdrive, slightly saturated.

  Overall Opinion

  She began her second year and has succeeded on many guitars.
  
  Surely one of my best in its class.
  
  Pros: its weight and foremost, his vintage form.
  
  Cons: the chance of not having one.
  
  
  
  The value for money, uh bought cheaper than new and less good, ie € 690 at the time, for sure I buy it back on.
  
  
  
  Gibson Faded made with a beautiful gift to the world of music.
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• 07/28/10

  ghostsong's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " Gibson A very "Roots""

  Characteristics

  USA, Nashville.
  
  Tune-o-Matic, Stop bar tailpiece Gibson classic.
  
  Pickups 496R and 500T ceramic. 2 volume knobs and one tone.
  
  Satin varnish a single layer. Gibson provided a very fine cover.
  
  So here the major weakness of this guitar, it's made with his feet! Screws unsuitable, poorly polished frets on the ends, sloppy work, action too high, wiring flawed ... In other words, no finish and no control "quality".

  Utilization

  The handle is, meanwhile, is very pleasant, easy and painted "layer" is not at all unpleasant. Perfect ergonomics for standing play, easy access to treble.
  
  Getting a good sound with this guitar is obviously quite easy. A classic from Gibson. Light, ergonomic and equipped as his big sister.

  Sounds

  I play mostly blues-rock and rock. So it is, prima facie, not the model recommended. Yet his weight, shape and sound possibilities it offered me I was immediately attracted. I do not regret it. A real Gibson's very powerful (even huge). Some Bluesmen change the pickups alnico pickups for more "hot". I for my part, decided to keep the original reactors that offer me many opportunities "violent" being not at all lost in a Blues-rock record (thank you 496R). Point of crystalline sound here is not made for it. Fat very accurate (compared to the alnico) and a real power, especially in crunch or distortion. A guitar which "life", not cold and very wide register.
  
  Played in a junior or valve in a crate gt-212.

  Overall Opinion

  Used for 8 months, it perfectly complements my range (stratum x2, Vintage V100). I tried the SG special (not faded) and one LP before BFG.
  
  The pros:
  
  - Sound incomparable
  
  - The feeling Gibson
  
  - Equipment (tailpiece, bridge, mechanical, microphones)
  
  - Weight
  
  -Ergonomics
  
  The -:
  
  - Finishes
  
  - Quality control
  
  - Wiring
  
  - The cover made in china
  
  - Settings "factory"
  
  
  
  Conclusion: good value for money right lets you feel the myth without selling his house. I think we can not guarantee that it will live forever after 10 years together but I think it can be a companion of a certain class with a real sound made in the USA.
  
  I probably would do that choice.
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