Epiphone - Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Purple Metallic
Metallica fans around the world are familiar with Kirk Hammett’s 1979 Flying V. It was this guitar, Kirk’s very first Gibson, that sparked his passion for Gibson. He used it on all of Metallica’s early albums, including Kill ‘Em All, Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, …And Justice for All, and The Black Album. Now it’s available with Epiphone!
Specifications
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Epiphone Electric Guitar
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Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Model
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Purple Metallic Color
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Mahogany Body
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Gloss Varnish
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One-Piece Mahogany Neck
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Rounded "C" Neck Profile with Scroll
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Indian Laurel Fingerboard
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12" Fingerboard Radius
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Pearl Dot Fretboard Inlays
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22 Medium Jumbo Frets
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24.75" Scale
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GraphTech Nut
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43mm / 1.692" Nut Width
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2 Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type Pickups
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Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone
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CTS Potentiometers, Orange Drop Capacitor
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3-Position Pickup Selector
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Custom Bridge
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LockTone Stop Bar Tailpiece
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Grover Rotomatic with Spade Button Machine Heads
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Originally mounted and adjusted with a 10-46 draw - Supplied in a Black Hardshell case with Red Plush Interior
Presentation
In addition to generating a lot of visual interest, this model is not only a feast for the eyes. It offers acoustics that never fail to amaze the ears of listeners.
Its mahogany body is wrapped in a bright gloss varnish. This wood offers a rich and deep tone.
The one-piece mahogany neck with a Rounded "C" profile invites you to explore its 22 medium jumbo frets with fluidity.
The Indian laurel fingerboard, with a 12" radius, ensures relaxed and captivating playability. It simplifies the mastery of fast riffs and fiery solos.
The electronics leave nothing to chance.
The Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type pickups capture every nuance of your playing, delivering a powerful sound.
This reference is an essential choice to express all your musical creativity.
With 2 volumes, a master tone, and a 3-position pickup selector, the controls are intuitive. They allow you to sculpt your audio with precision.
The CTS potentiometers and the Orange Drop capacitor add a touch of reliability to each adjustment.
On the hardware side, the Kirk Hammett Flying V is equipped with a Custom Bridge and a LockTone Stop Bar tailpiece that guarantee impeccable tuning stability.
The Grover Rotomatic tuners with spatula-shaped buttons facilitate quick adjustment.
This reference is delivered in a Black Hardshell case with red plush interior, a perfect setting to protect your precious guitar.
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