fuzzybutt Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 anyone here own one? what is it like as compared to the Gibson korina v? how different is it....besides the 6400 dollar price difference? i am by no means a professional player and since a nasty head injury afew years ago i've basically had to re-learn playing the guitar, i'm just a hacker that enjoys playing around the house, once in a while jamming with friends but i have no intention of playing out in front of people anymore. and are there any Epi flying v's that sell for even less than 499? as soon as i can get my large air compressor sold i am looking at getting a flying v Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gl297 Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 A guy I know through a different forum has one and said it's an incredible guitar. The audio I've heard from him playing a blues song sounded fantastic, he kept it completely stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sjael Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 There are no Epiphone Vs with a lower RRP. However, Epiphone's Gothic series of guitars don't tend to sell too well, so it may be that you can find one with the price knocked down to clear it out, unlikely as it may be. I can tell you that Epiphone's '58 Vs and Explorers are some of their best-made guitars. My Explorer is amazing in terms of quality and character, and I've played a few Vs from the same era ('04) that were every bit as good. In fact, as soon as my financial position betters itself, there will definitely be a new Gothic V in my collection to match my Explorer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender 4 Life Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 You might want to contact Jim "Midi Man" about the '58.........he has one and i'm pretty sure he loves it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maniak Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 My 58 Korina was my first Epiphone and i now own 4 so l'd say that the V got me started on Epis and it did that by showing me what a great Guitar they could produce for the $.MIne is a 2000 from Korea but i recently played a new one from China and found it completely up to snuff although i like the neck on mine a little better. Still all in all ,,i totally recommend this guitar so ,,,GO for it i say To see mine in action cheack out my Youtube channel..Maniakmusik MY Noisemakers: Epiphone 2008 Sg Custom Prophecy GX Epiphone 2003 Korina G-400 Sg Epiphone 1998 Korina Explorer Epiphone 1998 Korina Flying V BC Rich 1981 Maple Mockingbird Handmade Ibanez 1977 Les Paul Ibanez 1976 Stratocaster Gibson 1968 Les Paul Custom Charvel Fretless Bass Washburn Lyon P bass Guild Madiera P-600 Jumbo Acoustic Applause A-25 Acoustic Chuan Yin Marina Mark 20SS classical Carlo Robelli 5 string Banjo Carlo Robelli Electric Violin Kay Electric Mandolin Lignatone Mandolin Midiman Radium Keyboard 2 Marshall JTM-612 60 watt 1 12 Combos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midiman56 Posted May 30, 2010 Share Posted May 30, 2010 I hope my buddy, Maniak won't mind my posting his video, but you just have to hear him rip it up on his Epi Flying V ... talk about The King of the Blues!!! [YOUTUBE] [/YOUTUBE] Here's a pic of mine, bone stock except that I changed out all the black plastic for gold. It just seemed to go with the hardware better. The original pickup rings still remain, however. It's a great guitar, bucky. Lightweight and comfortable ... a genuine classic! I've played mine on stage several times and recommend it highly! Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maniak Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 No Jim ,,I dont mind at all,,post me whenever you want ,,I'm glad you like what i do enough to want to post it. Think i might have to get some gold knobs for my V that really looks good on yours ,,hope you mind if i copycat.Oh well ,,just got done smackin my garage sale ibanez around now its time for bed,,i bought an Epiphone case for it,, cost more than the guitar,, too funny huh.later,,Maniak MY Noisemakers: Epiphone 2008 Sg Custom Prophecy GX Epiphone 2003 Korina G-400 Sg Epiphone 1998 Korina Explorer Epiphone 1998 Korina Flying V BC Rich 1981 Maple Mockingbird Handmade Ibanez 1977 Les Paul Ibanez 1976 Stratocaster Gibson 1968 Les Paul Custom Charvel Fretless Bass Washburn Lyon P bass Guild Madiera P-600 Jumbo Acoustic Applause A-25 Acoustic Chuan Yin Marina Mark 20SS classical Carlo Robelli 5 string Banjo Carlo Robelli Electric Violin Kay Electric Mandolin Lignatone Mandolin Midiman Radium Keyboard 2 Marshall JTM-612 60 watt 1 12 Combos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansla Posted June 30, 2010 Share Posted June 30, 2010 although i like the neck on mine a little better How is it different? How's the neck on the new ones in other respect, say using your standard G measurements of 60s slim / 59 rounded / thicker 50s? I have been gassing over a Korina V for a while now... Thanks to Albert King (not sure if his was made of Korina, though). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rock09 Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 This is an absolutely great guitar!!!! Being a snob, I pit Gibson Classic '57/'57 plus in it, but it worked great with stock pick ups, too. Now, I play it more then my LPs, it kicks *** out of them. If you can get one, don;t miss the chance. @midiman56 Great sound, even better playing, you made my day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueman335 Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 I've got a bunch of Epi's, including a couple '58 V's. Nice guitars, well made. Highly recommend them. I always upgrade the PU's on my imports. I put a pair of Gibsons in my 'black pickguard-on-black' V, and my Korina came with a pair of DiMarzios (I put a black pickguard on it). Both look and sound great. I got them used online, in mint condition, each for under $300. Look around for deals. Don't know if Epi still makes '67 V's. Hey, nice playing on that clip by 'Maniak'. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Moore Tribute Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 I own a White 2010 Limited edition version with Kluson Tuners. Tho I've given it a complete gibson upgrade (CTS pots, SG Caps, Switchcraft & BB Pros) it's no slouch and will give a genuine Gibson a good run for its money! A Gibson model is £6,200! Mine with the mods (Mostly imported from the USA) Cost in the end £450 roughly with luther costs I also own 2 (Soon to be 3) Gibson Les Pauls so I am aware of the differences. You do loose some "Wood" feel with the epiphone version but with the proper hardware inside its very hard to tell any difference in output... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueman335 Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 I own a White 2010 Limited edition version with Kluson Tuners. That white V is gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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