Description
The Gibson Custom 1971 Medallion V Reissue in Medallion Cherry revives one of the rarest and most sought-after Flying V models ever produced. Originally created to commemorate the 1972 Olympic Games, the original Medallion V was built in extremely limited numbers, making it an enduring collector's piece closely associated with legendary players like Michael Schenker and admired by artists such as Kirk Hammett. This faithful Gibson Custom recreation captures every defining detail of the original while delivering the flawless craftsmanship and playability expected from a modern Custom Shop instrument.
Built with a two-piece mahogany body that faithfully recreates the thinner 1971 body profile, this Flying V offers exceptional comfort without sacrificing the powerful resonance and sustain that have made the design iconic. The gloss nitrocellulose lacquer Medallion Cherry finish highlights the rich mahogany grain while preserving the unmistakable look of the original. A three-piece mahogany neck features the Authentic 1971 profile, complete with a period-correct volute for added strength, while the rosewood fingerboard, long neck tenon construction, and 22 reissue medium jumbo frets provide a fast, confident playing experience suited for everything from classic rock rhythms to soaring lead work. A matched pair of 1968 T-Top Reissue humbuckers delivers articulate vintage output with exceptional clarity, punch, and dynamic response. Left unpotted and hand-wired to independent volume controls and a master tone, these pickups capture the unmistakable voice that helped define the hard rock era.
Premium vintage-inspired hardware completes the package with an ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic bridge, Stop Bar tailpiece, Kluson Deluxe tuners, and chrome appointments that remain true to the original design. Black Witch Hat knobs with silver reflectors reinforce the period-correct aesthetic, while the numbered gold medallion mounted on the bass-side wing stands as the defining visual hallmark of this legendary model. More than a decorative feature, the medallion celebrates one of Gibson's earliest limited-edition instruments and connects this reissue directly to its historic predecessor.
The Gibson Custom 1971 Medallion V Reissue is far more than a faithful recreation; it is a celebration of one of Gibson's most collectible and influential designs. Combining outstanding Custom Shop craftsmanship, historically accurate construction, and unmistakable stage presence, it offers players and collectors a rare opportunity to own a true icon reborn.
Specifications:
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Shape: Flying V
- Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Color: Medallion Cherry
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Shape: Authentic 1971
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Nut Material: Corian
- Number of Frets: 22
- Frets: Reissue Medium Jumbo
- Inlays: Dot
- Neck Joint: Long Neck Tenon
- Tuners: Kluson Deluxe
- Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: Stop Bar
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Plastics: Black
- Control Knobs: Black Witch Hats
- Pickup Covers: Double Black
- Neck Pickup: 1968 T-Top Reissue
- Bridge Pickup: 1968 T-Top Reissue
- Pickup Configuration: HH
- Controls: 2 Volume, 1 Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle
- Case Included: Reissue Hardshell Case
Sku: 71FVMVOMCCH1
