Gibson Flying V model details

1988 Gibson Flying V 90

The original Flying V 90 is a high-performance variant with a 24-fret ebony fingerboard, split-triangle inlays, and a single-pickup, single-volume layout. It is distinct from the 1989–90 V90 Double already shown in the gallery.

1988 Gibson Flying V 90 single-pickup model in yellow
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Additional yellow single-pickup V90 photographs

These photos show the single-humbucker V90, not the V90 Double. Click any image to view it full size.

Yellow single-pickup Gibson V90, front view
Yellow single-pickup Gibson V90, front and headstock view
Yellow single-pickup Gibson V90 showing its jack socket and tremolo
This view shows the jack socket and tremolo.

The original archive notes describe the unusually colored, non-Floyd example as a possible prototype and note that its bound fingerboard differs from the stated specification.

SpecificationDetails
Body / neckV-shaped mahogany or alder body; maple neck.
FingerboardEbony, 24 frets, split-triangle inlays.
Scale / hardware25.5-inch scale; black-chrome hardware; small black pickguard.
ElectronicsOne humbucker and one volume knob.
Bridge optionsTune-o-matic and stop tailpiece, or an optional Floyd Rose vibrato.
Finishes / productionAlpine White, Ebony, or Nuclear Yellow; 1988 only.
Release / years made1988 only

Sources consulted

Production totals and dates are reported only where a source provides them. Blue Book is a secondary reference; any uncertain or conflicting specifications are identified above.

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