Gibson Custom 1958 Mahogany Flying V Reissue Electric Guitar - Antique Natural

The Gibson Custom 1958 Mahogany Flying V Reissue brings to life one of the most daring and influential electric guitar designs of the 1950s. Originally introduced in 1958, the Flying V’s radical shape and futuristic aesthetic challenged convention, with only 81 guitars shipped in its first year. Today, this design has become iconic, embraced by legends like Albert King, Slash and Joe Bonamassa. This reissue captures the look, feel and tone of the original with a solid mahogany body and neck, delivering warm, resonant tone, impressive sustain and lightweight playability. A ’50s Rounded Medium C neck profile and unbound rosewood fingerboard deliver a naturally comfortable, classic feel, while unpotted CustomBucker Alnico 3 pickups provide open, expressive PAF-style tone with exceptional dynamic sensitivity. Period-correct aged gold hardware—including an ABR-1 bridge, lacquered brass chevron tailpiece and Kluson single-ring tuners—stays true to the spirit of the ’58 original, completing a revival that honors the past while inspiring modern players.

Solid Mahogany Flying V Body: Iconic Looks and Resonant Tone

The Flying V’s signature angular silhouette is faithfully reproduced in solid mahogany, providing a dense, resonant foundation with rich midrange, articulate highs and smooth, warm lows. The string-through mahogany construction maximizes sustain and enhances note clarity, making it ideal for both soaring leads and heavy riffing. Finished in Gibson Custom’s VOS nitrocellulose lacquer, the body achieves a vintage aesthetic with subtle wear patterns and a tactile, hand-aged feel. Lightweight and visually striking, the body allows players to navigate the stage comfortably while projecting commanding tone, preserving both the historic allure and modern performance capabilities that define the Flying V legacy.

’50s Rounded Medium C Mahogany Neck and Indian Rosewood Fingerboard

The hide-glue-fitted mahogany neck is carved to a ’50s Rounded Medium C profile, striking the perfect balance between vintage comfort and modern playability. Topped with an Indian rosewood fingerboard featuring 22 reissue frets and pearloid dot inlays, the neck provides a smooth, expressive platform for fast lead runs, bends and chord work. The 24.75" scale length offers familiar Gibson tension, while the nylon nut ensures consistent string spacing and tuning stability. Together, the neck and fingerboard create a connected, responsive playing experience that supports both technical precision and soulful expression, honoring the feel of the original 1958 design while adapting to contemporary performance demands.

CustomBucker Alnico 3 Pickups: Touch-Sensitive Vintage Tone

The Flying V is equipped with a pair of unpotted CustomBucker Alnico 3 humbuckers, capturing the open, dynamic response of late-1950s PAFs. These pickups deliver sweet highs, rich midrange and rounded lows, allowing guitarists to articulate subtle nuances or punch through with saturated leads. Handwired to two volume controls and one tone control with CTS 500k vintage-taper pots and a "phone book" capacitor, the electronics provide fluid control over tonal character, facilitating smooth transitions from clean passages to gritty, overdriven sounds. This setup ensures the Flying V can handle expressive solos, chunky riffs and everything in between with vintage feel and modern versatility.

ABR-1 Bridge With Classic String-Through Chevron Tailpiece

Period-correct hardware anchors the Flying V in Gibson's vintage roots while meeting the demands of modern performers. The ABR-1 bridge and string-through lacquered brass chevron tailpiece optimize sustain and note definition. Kluson single-ring tuners offer smooth, stable tuning, complemented by aged gold plating for a subtle well-loved look. True Historic black top hat knobs with dial pointers provide precise, intuitive control over volume and tone. Every hardware element contributes to the instrument’s playability, stability and aesthetic sophistication, allowing players to perform confidently while honoring the design and craftsmanship of the original 1958 Flying V.

The 1958 Mahogany Flying V Reissue: Legendary Design, Modern Playability

The Gibson Custom 1958 Mahogany Flying V Reissue combines historical accuracy with contemporary functionality, offering a bold, stage-ready instrument with unmatched presence. Its solid mahogany body, hide-glue-fitted mahogany neck and Indian rosewood fingerboard deliver warm, responsive tone and effortless playability, while unpotted CustomBucker pickups provide the vintage voice that made the Flying V legendary. Period-correct hardware, a VOS nitro finish and the included retro-inspired brown/pink hardshell case complete the package, giving players and collectors an opportunity to own a faithful reimagining of one of Gibson’s most radical and enduring designs. This is a Flying V that both looks and sounds timeless.