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Description
Step into the spotlight with the Gibson Zakk Wylde Flying V Custom with Floyd Rose Tremolo, a guitar that combines rock-solid performance with an iconic design. This solid body electric guitar is engineered for the serious player, providing a powerhouse of tone and versatility. The Floyd Rose Tremolo system ensures that you can dive-bomb and whammy with precision, while the custom Zakk Wylde appointments deliver a unique aesthetic flair.
Crafted for those who demand excellence, the Flying V Custom features a smooth playability that meets the rigorous standards of professional musicians. Its mahogany body and set neck construction offer rich sustain and a warm tonal palette. Equipped with EMG 81/85 pickups, this guitar delivers a high-output sound that's perfect for both aggressive riffs and searing solos. The neck's ebony fingerboard provides a sleek feel, making fast runs and complex fingerwork a breeze.
Whether you're shredding on stage or recording in the studio, the Gibson Zakk Wylde Flying V Custom is built to inspire. Its combination of high-quality construction and standout features make it a must-have for any guitarist looking to make a statement.
Key Features:
- Solid mahogany body for enhanced sustain
- Set neck construction with ebony fingerboard
- EMG 81/85 active pickups for high-output sound
- Floyd Rose Tremolo for dynamic pitch control
- Signature Zakk Wylde appointments
- Unique Flying V design for standout stage presence
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Gibson Zakk Wylde Flying V Custom with Floyd Rose Tremolo.
Features and functionality
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The Wylde guitar is equipped with EMG pickups and a Floyd Rose 1000 bridge, providing stability and a modern metal sound.
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Setup and maintenance
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Floyd Rose Special bridges on Jacksons may require immediate upgrading due to wear, particularly the G saddle, after a couple of years of use.
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Comparisons
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The Wylde's neck is noted to be wider, which may not suit players with smaller hands, compared to the narrower necks of Ibanez Wizard models.
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Mods and upgrades
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Replacing the Floyd Rose Special on the Jackson with a Floyd Rose 1000 is a recommended upgrade for improved durability and performance.
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5.0 out of 5
Based on 1 Review and 4 Ratings
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MasterKingV
At home, I have only one classic guitar. And it´s Gibson Flying V. It was fourth guitar and I love it till today. This tone, this shape. This is Zakk Wylde signature, but I´ve got classic Gibson Flying V in black color, but with floyd rose too.
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Wylde plays a Gibson Flying V, also painted in his signature "bullseye" design. The guitarist shows us one of his Flying V's in this Guitarist Magazine interview at (7:40). "These...with the Floyd Rose...[it's] basically a Gibson Flying V custom," he says. The guitar has an "ebony fretboard, maple neck, and everything like that."
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