An Exacting Replica of the World's Most Famous Flying V
In Joe Bonamassa’s epic guitar collection, one of the most prized and famous guitars is “Amos,” an original 1958 Gibson Flying V™. Amos got its name and customized truss rod cover from a gentleman named Amos Arthur, the owner of Arthur’s Music in Indianapolis, Indiana. Gibson’s ledgers show that this particular Flying V was shipped to his store on May 29, 1958. The guitar was eventually sold to Pete Mitchell of Ernest Tubb’s band, and in the mid-70s, it ended up in the hands of none other than Norm Harris of Norman’s Rare Guitars. Over the years, this guitar has appeared in many notable guitar books and even in the 1984 movie, This Is Spinal Tap. Joe purchased Amos from Norm Harris almost ten years ago and this beautiful instrument continues to inspire him to this day, regularly featured both live and in the studio. This special Collector’s Edition limited run of replications uses new 3D scanning technology and ultra-precise Murphy Lab aging techniques to aid in handcrafting an effective clone of Amos. Every detail has been thoughtfully replicated, from the exact playing wear to the sonic character and solid Brazilian rosewood fretboard. Only 50 of these exceptional instruments have been handmade by the expert luthiers of the Gibson Custom Shop and Murphy Lab in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of this extraordinary Collector’s Edition run.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Body Finish Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material 2-piece Korina, Jointed with Angled Grain
Body Shape Flying V
Body Styles Flying V
Rim Material Aged Rubber Strip on Bottom Rim
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Brazilian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Reissue
Inlays Pearloid Dot
Joint Glued In, Set Neck; Hide Glue Fit
Neck Material Korina
Nut Material Nylon
Nut Width 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile Amos Profile
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup Amos Custombucker
Controls 2 Volume, 1 Tone; 500k CTS Vintage Taper Potentiometers, Phone Book Capacitor
Neck Pickup Amos Custombucker
Output Jack Switchcraft 1/4"
Pickup Selector Switchcraft 3-way Toggle
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge ABR-1
Control Knobs True Historic Black
finish Murphy Lab Aged Gold
Jack Plate Cover '58 Flying V Aged White 4-ply
Mounting Rings True Historic Black
Pickguard Aged '58 Flying V Black 4-ply
Pickup Covers True Historic Aged Gold
Strap Buttons 3 - Two at the Neck Heel (One Behind the Heel, One on the Side), One on Underside of Upper Wing
Switch Tip True Historic Amber
Tailpiece String through Body - Aged Lacquered Brass Chevron
Truss Rod Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover Custom Amos
Tuner Plating Murphy Lab Aged Gold
Tuning Machines Kluson Single Ring
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Joe Bonamassa Case Hang Tag, Ernie Ball Black Leather Joe Bonamassa Guitar Strap, Leather Case Strap, Rubber Strap Locks, Custom Certificate of Authenticity Booklet
Model: 58KFVJBMLAGH1B
Case Aged Historic Flying V Brown/Pink Hardshell Case
Headstock 1958 Korina Flying V
Headstock Inlay Raised Silver Gibson Logo
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Gibson Custom Joe Bonamassa "Amos" 1958 Flying V Collector's Edition, Antique Natural
Gibson Custom Joe Bonamassa "Amos" 1958 Flying V Collector's Edition, Antique Natural
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Setup Included
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An Exacting Replica of the World's Most Famous Flying V
In Joe Bonamassa’s epic guitar collection, one of the most prized and famous guitars is “Amos,” an original 1958 Gibson Flying V™. Amos got its name and customized truss rod cover from a gentleman named Amos Arthur, the owner of Arthur’s Music in Indianapolis, Indiana. Gibson’s ledgers show that this particular Flying V was shipped to his store on May 29, 1958. The guitar was eventually sold to Pete Mitchell of Ernest Tubb’s band, and in the mid-70s, it ended up in the hands of none other than Norm Harris of Norman’s Rare Guitars. Over the years, this guitar has appeared in many notable guitar books and even in the 1984 movie, This Is Spinal Tap. Joe purchased Amos from Norm Harris almost ten years ago and this beautiful instrument continues to inspire him to this day, regularly featured both live and in the studio. This special Collector’s Edition limited run of replications uses new 3D scanning technology and ultra-precise Murphy Lab aging techniques to aid in handcrafting an effective clone of Amos. Every detail has been thoughtfully replicated, from the exact playing wear to the sonic character and solid Brazilian rosewood fretboard. Only 50 of these exceptional instruments have been handmade by the expert luthiers of the Gibson Custom Shop and Murphy Lab in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of this extraordinary Collector’s Edition run.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Body Finish Murphy Lab Aged Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material 2-piece Korina, Jointed with Angled Grain
Body Shape Flying V
Body Styles Flying V
Rim Material Aged Rubber Strip on Bottom Rim
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Brazilian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Reissue
Inlays Pearloid Dot
Joint Glued In, Set Neck; Hide Glue Fit
Neck Material Korina
Nut Material Nylon
Nut Width 42.85mm / 1.69in
Profile Amos Profile
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup Amos Custombucker
Controls 2 Volume, 1 Tone; 500k CTS Vintage Taper Potentiometers, Phone Book Capacitor
Neck Pickup Amos Custombucker
Output Jack Switchcraft 1/4"
Pickup Selector Switchcraft 3-way Toggle
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge ABR-1
Control Knobs True Historic Black
finish Murphy Lab Aged Gold
Jack Plate Cover '58 Flying V Aged White 4-ply
Mounting Rings True Historic Black
Pickguard Aged '58 Flying V Black 4-ply
Pickup Covers True Historic Aged Gold
Strap Buttons 3 - Two at the Neck Heel (One Behind the Heel, One on the Side), One on Underside of Upper Wing
Switch Tip True Historic Amber
Tailpiece String through Body - Aged Lacquered Brass Chevron
Truss Rod Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover Custom Amos
Tuner Plating Murphy Lab Aged Gold
Tuning Machines Kluson Single Ring
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Joe Bonamassa Case Hang Tag, Ernie Ball Black Leather Joe Bonamassa Guitar Strap, Leather Case Strap, Rubber Strap Locks, Custom Certificate of Authenticity Booklet
Model: 58KFVJBMLAGH1B
Case Aged Historic Flying V Brown/Pink Hardshell Case
Headstock 1958 Korina Flying V
Headstock Inlay Raised Silver Gibson Logo
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
