Me Scandar Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 (edited) Gibson Launches the "Inspired By" (Series) Jimi Hendrix Hand-Painted 1967 Flying VI Guess the most accurate way to describe it would be by describing Zeus holding his Thunder...Magnificient...Histroy of the GuitarJimi Hendrix’s hand-painted 1967 Flying V is a mythical instrument. Purchased in 1967 and used on tour in Europe during 1967 and 1968, the guitar-with its swirling psychedelic designs-highlights the spirit of the times and showcases Jimi's unique artistic expression. The entire instrument emanates a feeling of warmth and love. Meticulously recreating Jimi’s guitar has been a labor of love for us as well. Originally painted with what appears to be nail polish, we have used materials which reproduce the same sense of depth and texture. But this is a Gibson Custom guitar, so the materials and hardware are faithful reproductions of the original. The result is an instrument with unsurpassed playability and classic tone. The Jimi Hendrix Psychedelic Flying V is an original work of art that you can beautifully display or proudly play. Come feel the love.SpecificationsBody & Hardware:Solid mahogany bodyChrome hardwareLate 60’s ABR-1 bridge, Maestro tailpieceNeck & Headstock:1-piece mahogany neck22 fret rosewood fingerboardPearloid dot inlaysRounded neck profile24 3/4" scale length, 1 9/16" nut widthDouble band vintage tulip tunersElectronics & Strings:’57 Classic pickups2 volume, 1 tone, 3-way selector switchVintage Reissue .010 stringsA Letter From The ArtistIn brainstorming sessions with the folks at the Custom Shop, we tried to imagine the conditions under which Hendrix created this artwork. He was probably on the road, using whatever was at hand for paint. It could have been poster paint, nail polish, acrylics, or hobby enamels. We will never know.It was done quickly and with confidence - a direct, immediate expression of what he was feeling at the moment. I remember thinking that if someone handed me a guitar to paint I would never have come up with the images that Jimi painted. They were totally personal and came directly from his spirit: hearts, flowers, leaves, kissing lips, and of course, “love drops.”There’s no question that you can feel Jimi’s personal expression in the work. When heplayed this guitar, it must have dropped jaws twice - sonically and visually!Bruce KunkelDecember, 2005Gibson Custom - Jimi Hendrix Flying V Edited February 2, 2006 by Me Scandar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Volitan Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 Wait, so you can use nail polish to paint an axe and it won't come off?!?! damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevdo242 Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 I want that guitar. I have a think for psychadelic guitars. Especially that Cream-era Clapton one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Volitan Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 I want that guitar. I have a think for psychadelic guitars. Especially that Cream-era Clapton one.Gibson is making a Hendrix V. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me Scandar Posted February 2, 2006 Author Share Posted February 2, 2006 Um...volitian...that guitar is the one this thread is about...those are all gibson stats and info...maybe i didn't make that clear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabre Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 Flying Vs - The crotches with legs of the guitar world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt_barker Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 that looks pretty rad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Revolver Posted February 2, 2006 Share Posted February 2, 2006 looking good.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Volitan Posted February 3, 2006 Share Posted February 3, 2006 Um...volitian...that guitar is the one this thread is about...those are all gibson stats and info...maybe i didn't make that clear Nope, I just wasn't paying attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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