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Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Purple Metallic
£1099.00Fair Value1 stores tracked
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Product Fundamentals
- Authentic recreation of a metal icon The Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V is a meticulously crafted tribute to one of the most iconic guitars in heavy metal history. Developed in collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop this guitar is a faithful recreation of Kirk Hammett&rsquo
- s legendary 1979 Flying V. With its distinctive Flying V shape classic purple metallic finish and signature details it captures the look and feel of the original guitar that Kirk used to create Metallica&rsquo
- s early ground-breaking albums including Kill &lsquo
- Em All Ride the Lightning and Master of Puppets. If youre a Metallica fan or a metalhead in general this guitar is perfect. Premium tonewoods and construction Crafted with a solid mahogany body and a one-piece mahogany neck the Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V is built for rich resonant tones with outstanding sustain. The mahogany body delivers a warm full-bodied sound while the one-piece mahogany neck ensures stability and a smooth playing experience. Topped with an Indian laurel fretboard featuring medium jumbo frets and mother of pearl dot inlays this guitar is designed for fast comfortable playing across the entire neck. It offers the perfect balance of playability and tone making it an excellent choice for heavy metal rock and beyond. Powerful Gibson USA T-Type pickups The Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V is equipped with a pair of Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type humbuckers delivering the high-output aggressive tones that defined Metallica&rsquo
- s early sound. These pickups offer excellent clarity and punch with enough power to cut through even the heaviest mixes. Controlled by dual volume knobs a master tone control and a three-way selector switch this pickup configuration provides versatile tonal options making it suitable for anything from searing leads to crushing rhythms. Rock-solid hardware and iconic design This guitar is built to perform with premium hardware including Grover Rotomatic tuners with spade buttons for precise reliable tuning stability. The custom bridge and LockTone stop bar tailpiece ensure excellent intonation and sustain while the classic 70s Flying V pickguard dual-action truss rod and black speed control knobs complete the vintage aesthetic. A Kirk Hammett logo on the rear of the headstock adds an exclusive touch and the included black hardshell case with red plush interior offers safe storage and transport. This guitar gives you a piece of heavy metal history. Specifications Product Name: Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Purple Metallic Product Code: EIGCKH79FVPRMNH1 Body Body Style: Flying V Body Shape: Flying V Body Material: Mahogany Body Finish: Gloss Neck & fretboard Neck Material: One-piece Mahogany Neck Profile: Rounded "C" with Volute Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in Fret Count: 22 Frets: Medium Jumbo Nut Material: Graph Tech Nut Width: 43.0 mm / 1.692 in Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot Neck Joint: Glued In Set Neck Hardware & electronics Finish: Nickel (Except for Strap Buttons) Bridge: Custom Bridge Tailpiece: LockTone Stop Bar Tuning Machines: Grover Rotomatic with Spade Button Pickguard: White 70s Flying V 3-ply Truss Rod: Dual Action Truss Rod Cover: White 70s Flying V 3-ply with Epiphone Logo in Gold Hotstamp Control Knobs: Black Speed Switch Tip: Ivory Jack Plate Cover: Black Toggle Washer (No Text) Strap Buttons: 2 - Neck Heel and End of Upper Wing (Black) Mounting Rings: Black Pickup Covers: None Neck Pickup: Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type Bridge Pickup: Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type Controls: 2 Volume Master Tone CTS Potentiometers Orange Drop Capacitor Pickup Selector: Switchcraft 3-way Toggle Output Jack: Switchcraft 1/4" Strings Gauge: .010 .013 .017 .026 .036 .046 Case: Black Hardshell with Red Plush Interior
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