{"product_id":"gibson-custom-shop-1971-flying-v-medallion-reissue-electric-guitar-medallion-cherry","title":"Gibson Custom Shop 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue Electric Guitar - Medallion Cherry","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Return of the Rare Flying V Model That Helped Shape Hard Rock - The Gibson Custom Shop 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue Electric Guitar in Medallion Cherry\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGibson Custom proudly unveils the 1971 Flying V™ Medallion Reissue, an exactingly crafted tribute to one of\nGibson’s most celebrated vintage solidbody models and a guitar that played a pivotal role in defining hard rock.\nClosely associated with Michael Schenker’s unmistakable tone, original examples are also well represented in\nKirk Hammett’s personal collection; he has described them as “consistently great.”\nThe 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue features a two-piece mahogany body constructed to the same thinner\nprofile used on the original Medallion models. At approximately 1.375” thick, it is slightly slimmer than the 1.5”\nKorina Flying V bodies from 1958, resulting in reduced weight and a more comfortable playing experience\nwithout sacrificing tone or resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts three-piece mahogany neck is carved to an Authentic 1971 Flying V profile, offering a sleek, fast feel that\nremains comfortable across the entire fingerboard. A period-correct volute adds structural stability, while a\none-piece rosewood fretboard carries 22 authentic medium jumbo frets and classic cellulose dot inlays. The\nrounded Flying V headstock is fitted with a Corian® nut, Kluson® double-ring tuners with keystone buttons, and a\ntruss rod cover bearing the Gibson logo. Chrome-plated hardware is used throughout, including the Historic\nReissue wired ABR-1 bridge and Historic Reissue Stop Bar tailpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eElectronics consist of a matched pair of authentic T-Top humbucker™ pickups with Alnico 5 magnets, delivering\nthe clear, authoritative output that vintage T-Tops are known for. As on the original guitars, the pickups are left\nunpotted and are hand-wired to independent volume controls and a single master tone control. All three controls\nfeature black Witch Hat knobs with silver reflectors for a true period look.\nIn keeping with the original Medallion Flying Vs, this reissue includes a 1.5” diameter gold medallion mounted on\nthe bass-side wing of the body. Each medallion displays the Gibson logo and Limited Edition Model text and is\nindividually numbered. The guitar is housed in a Gibson Custom hardshell case for protection and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1971 Flying V Medallion is widely regarded as one of the most desirable vintage Gibson guitar models ever\nproduced. With an estimated production run of only about 350 instruments in 1971, scarcity has played a role in\nits legend, but its enduring appeal also stems from its association with some of rock music’s most influential\nguitarists. Originally created to commemorate the 1972 Olympic Games, each Medallion V featured a numbered\ngold coin mounted to the upper wing. These guitars were among Gibson’s earliest Limited Edition offerings and,\napart from the recent Michael Schenker 1971 Flying V Collector’s Edition, have not been reissued until now. This\nrelease offers a rare chance to own a brand-new recreation of a true Gibson icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBody\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Shape: Flying V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Style: Solidbody\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Profile: Authentic 1971\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Radius: 12\" (304.8mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 24.75\" (628.7mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Reissue Medium Jumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Joint: Long Neck Tenon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Material: Corian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlays: Dot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTailpiece: Stop Bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Kluson Deluxe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl Knobs: Black Witch Hats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Covers: Double Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Finish: Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastics: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eElectronics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Pickup: 1968 T-Top Reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge Pickup: 1968 T-Top Reissue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: 2 Volume, 1 Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiscellaneous\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCase: Reissue Hardshell\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Gibson\u003cbr\u003eModel: 71FVMVOMCCH1\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I876030-N-0-WHXD\u003cbr\u003eUPC: 711106237237\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. 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