Description
The Gibson Custom Flying V Custom Murphy Lab Heavy Aged in Kopper Flare is built for players who want more than just a bold silhouette; it is for those who connect with attitude, history, and the unmistakable presence of a guitar that refuses to blend in. Rooted in Gibson's late '50s innovation but elevated through Custom Shop precision, this Flying V captures the spirit of rebellion and refinement in equal measure. The Murphy Lab heavy aging treatment gives it the look and feel of a road-tested original, as if it has already spent decades on stage shaping loud, unapologetic music.
At its core is a solid mahogany body, delivering thick midrange punch, natural compression, and sustain that seems to hang on effortlessly. The Kopper Flare top paired with an ebony back and neck creates a striking visual contrast while reinforcing the guitar's tonal depth. Loaded with a 490R in the neck and a 498T in the bridge, this V covers everything from warm, rounded cleans to aggressive, driving distortion. The bridge pickup cuts with authority, perfect for hard rock and heavier styles, while the neck offers a smoother, vocal-like response for leads and rhythm textures. A classic Tune-O-Matic bridge combined with the string-through Flying V tailpiece enhances sustain and keeps the feel tight and responsive under your picking hand.
The mahogany neck features a chunky 1950s D profile that fills the hand comfortably, offering a substantial grip without sacrificing playability. Paired with a bound ebony fingerboard and Jescar medium jumbo frets, it provides a fast, articulate surface that supports both precise rhythm work and expressive lead playing. The 12 inch radius strikes a familiar balance, making bends smooth and controlled while keeping chord work clean and consistent. Grover tuners and a solid nut complete a setup built for stability and reliability.
Visually, this instrument tells its story immediately. The Murphy Lab heavy aging extends across the gold hardware, finish, and binding, giving every detail a naturally worn character. The Kopper Flare top radiates warmth and depth, while the ebony back, neck, and stinger add a sharp, elegant contrast. It feels like a Custom Shop piece that has already lived a lifetime of music.
At Cream City Music, we see this Flying V Custom as a perfect fusion of classic Gibson power and visual artistry. It is bold, resonant, and unapologetically unique; the kind of guitar that inspires you the moment you pick it up and refuses to be put down.
Specifications:
- Body Shape: Flying V
- Body Material: Mahogany
- Body Finish: Murphy Lab Heavy Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Top Color: Kopper Flare
- Back & Neck Color: Ebony
- Binding: 7-Ply Front Binding
- Neck Material: Mahogany
- Neck Profile: 1950s Chunky D-Shape (.900" - 1.000")
- Neck Finish: Murphy Lab Heavy Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Radius: 12"
- Number of Frets: 22
- Fret Size: Jescar Medium Jumbo (FW45100)
- Inlays: Mother of Pearl Tapered Block
- Nut Material: Corian
- Neck Joint: Set Neck
- Bridge: Tune-O-Matic
- Tailpiece: String-Through Flying V Tailpiece
- Tuners: Grover 102GM Kidney Button
- Hardware Finish: Gold (Murphy Lab Heavy Aged)
- Pickguard: Flying V Custom Pickguard (45-Degree Bevel)
- Control Knobs: Black Speed Knobs
- Neck Pickup: 490R Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: 498T Humbucker
- Controls: 2 Volume, 1 Tone
- Switching: 3-Way Toggle
- Case: Included Gibson Custom hardshell
Sku: CSFVCPSL22988
