Description
A used Gibson Custom Flying V Custom Murphy Lab Heavy Aged - Kopper Flare. This is a showroom model that has seen almost no use and is in fantastic condition. The guitar will ship with all original factory documentation and packaging. Additionally, before shipment our luthiers will provide a professional inspection and full setup, so it arrives ready to play. If you have any questions about this instrument or any of our great gear, please send us a message!
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.
Weight: 7 lb 8.2 oz
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
