The Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V models have been leaked on Reverb and are set to hit the market in two stunning finishes: Ebony and Purple.
UPDATE 31/10/23
As we predicted the Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V has had a Halloween release and has just officially landed.
Available in Ebony or Metallic Purple
Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V
Based on the iconic late seventies design owned by the legendary Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett, these guitars are a must-have for any guitar aficionado.
Let’s dive into the specifications of these extraordinary instruments:
Premium Construction
– Crafted with a mahogany body for exceptional resonance.
– Features a glued-in one-piece mahogany rounded C profile neck with a volute for added stability.
– Boasts an Indian Laurel fretboard adorned with Mother of Pearl inlays and a Graphtech nut for smooth playability.
High-Quality Hardware
– Equipped with all nickel hardware, including a custom bridge and an Epiphone Locktone stop bar.
– Comes with a set of Grover Rotomatic tuners for precise tuning, staying true to the vintage Norlin-era Flying V design.
Norlin-era Pickups
– The Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V features a pair of Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type humbucking pickups.
– These pickups are wired with Orange Drop capacitors and CTS potentiometers, ensuring exceptional tonal quality.
– Offers two volume controls and a master tone, along with a three-way pickup selector switch for versatile sound options.
Halloween Release?
Speculations online suggest that these guitars might make their official debut on Halloween, October 31, 2023. With this exciting release and the impending arrival of the Adam Jones Queen Bee in mid-November, the end of 2023 promises to be a thrilling time for Epiphone enthusiasts.
Deluxe Protection
– Each guitar is packaged in a black hardshell case with a luxurious red plush interior to keep your instrument safe and sound.
– Both the Ebony and Purple finish models are attractively priced at $1299 each, offering exceptional value for these high-quality guitars. Considering the Gibson Custom Shop version costs ten times that.
Don’t miss out on these incredible Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V models. Stay tuned for the official release, and keep up with more Epiphone news on Guitar Bomb.
Be sure to also read all about James Hetfield OGV Electra Flying V in this article all about the legendary guitar.
For the latest updates on this release, be sure to check Guitar Bomb and stay in the loop with the guitar world’s most exciting news.
More Information
Video
This article contains affiliate links to Thomann that help finance the running costs of GuitarBomb. If you buy something through these links, we will receive a small commission. Don’t worry as you pay the exact same price, and it costs you no extra to use these affiliate links for your purchases.
