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Description

Unleash your inner rock star with the 2016 Gibson Flying V, an iconic piece of musical history that continues to inspire musicians across the globe. This solid body electric guitar is a tribute to the pioneering spirit of Gibson, combining classic design with modern playability. Crafted with a mahogany body and neck, it delivers a rich, resonant sound that is both powerful and versatile, perfect for everything from blues to metal.

The Flying V’s sleek, angular design not only offers a visually striking presence on stage but also ensures comfortable playability for long sessions. The rosewood fingerboard provides a smooth playing surface, enhancing your ability to execute fast solos and intricate chords with ease. Hardware includes a Tune-o-Matic bridge for precise intonation and Grover tuners for reliable tuning stability.

Equipped with dual humbucking pickups, this guitar delivers that classic Gibson tone, characterized by warm lows, pronounced mids, and crystal-clear highs. The Flying V is also fitted with individual volume controls and a master tone control, allowing you to dial in the perfect sound for any musical style. Whether you’re performing in a studio or on stage, this guitar is engineered to deliver a performance that’s as electrifying as its appearance.

Key Features:

  • Solid mahogany body and neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • Dual humbucking pickups
  • Tune-o-Matic bridge
  • Grover tuners for stable tuning
  • Individual volume and master tone controls
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Gibson Flying V 2016 T, 77 Seconds w/Ryan Roxie

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Gibson Flying V 2016 T, 77 Seconds w/Ryan Roxie

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LuthmanScandinavia

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Gibson 2016 Flying V and Explorer T close up at PMT Portsmouth

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Gibson 2016 Flying V Traditional Pro Unbox, Review and Demo

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2016 GIBSON FLYING V T EBONY BLACK GUITAR ZEBRA PICKUPS DELUXE TUNERS UP CLOSE VIDEO REVIEW

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Essex Recording Studios

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about 2016 Gibson Flying V.

Build quality

  • The guitar features a smooth satin finish on most surfaces, enhancing comfort and playability by preventing hand sticking, unlike glossy finishes.

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  • It’s noted that this model is smaller than traditional Flying Vs, making it more comfortable for sitting play with a more compact neck reach.

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  • The 2016 Flying V Pro is approximately 20% smaller than a traditional V, contributing to its unique fit in cases, often requiring custom solutions for secure transport.

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Features and functionality

  • The pickups are described as very bright, with a linear tone knob that helps manage high frequencies and includes a coil split for added versatility.

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Mods and upgrades

  • A Bigsby B5 tremolo and Slash Signature Seymour Duncan pickups are recommended modifications that enhance the guitar’s versatility and sound.

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User experience

  • Owners appreciate the binding, which adds a touch of class to the guitar's aesthetics, often mentioned as a standout feature.

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  • Owners mention that the 2016 Flying V Pro fits loosely in standard cases due to its reduced size, suggesting minimal movement is best for safe storage.

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Comparisons

  • The 2016 Explorer T shares a similar size reduction with the Flying V Pro, making it 10% smaller than standard models, which some users find enhances portability.

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See how Rob Chapman uses 2016 Gibson Flying V

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In this video, Chapman demonstrated the 2016 Gibson Flying V.

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