Gibson Victory II MV-2 Metallic Red 1982

$1,880.00

Description

The Gibson "Victory" series was manufactured and sold for a short period from 1981 to January 1984. It was developed by a research and development team in Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA, with body design by Chuck Burge and electronic circuitry by Tim Shaw.

This time we have received a rare model "Victory II MV-2" from 1982 in Metallic Red color, designed for demanding country players. The weight is 4.42kg.

MV stands for "Multi-Voice," representing the diverse tonal variations of this series. It incorporates numerous innovations that had not been present in previous Gibson guitars. The main features include a futuristic body shape that differs greatly from traditional designs, an asymmetrical archtop design, a newly designed top-adjustable "Tune-O-Matic" bridge, interchangeable nylon or brass inserts, and custom-designed pickups "Velvet Brick / Magna II."

Initially manufactured at the Kalamazoo factory, production was transferred to the Nashville factory by the end of 1981.

At that time, Gibson aimed to create guitars that could maintain the traditional humbucker sound while offering a wider range of tones in order to capture a broader market. The "Victory II MV-2" was created for players who emphasize Telecaster-like sound, country, and clean tone.

The nut width is 42.86mm, 24.75" scale, set neck, solid body with 3-piece maple neck, Gibson Deluxe chrome tuners, 12" fretboard radius, round position markers in offset arrangement, and 0.040" thick white binding on the neck. The headstock design is Firebird-like, but is actually smaller in size, with a 14-degree angle to increase string pressure at the nut.

Controls include master volume and master tone with a 3-way selector, and a 2-position coil tap selector, allowing switching between humbucker sound and single-coil sound.

You can feel Gibson's effort in creating a distinctive shape like Knaggs or ESP at this point in the 1980s. The only Gibson-like quality is the lack of a tremolo arm. Even in single-coil mode, it doesn't sound like a Fender at all. The neck is quite thin, making it easy to play. In exchange, the body is thick and heavy. Also, even though the body has an arch, the high positions are somewhat difficult to play, like a Les Paul.

Why did Gibson think this appearance and specification would be popular among country players? It's a fairly unique and interesting sounding guitar, and strangely, you develop an affection for this model. It's a guitar that deserves to be loved more. It is known in history as an unusual existence and is being reevaluated by collectors as a gem piece.

【Accessories】Gibson hard case (a thick type believed to be original)

【Appearance & Condition】Besides dulling of parts, there are fine scratches, small wear on the headstock tip, small dents and indentations throughout the body, paint deterioration, and signs of use. Some parts may have been replaced.

【Truss Rod】Ample clearance

【Frets】Approximately 60% remaining

【Neck】Straight

【Nut Width】Approximately 42.5mm

・If we observe any buzzing, dead spots, or other issues that significantly impair playability, we will always note them. In the absence of such notation, we judge that there are no problems with play condition.

・If "Original" or "Replacement" is not explicitly stated, we do not make definitive determinations regarding specifications or condition.

・Regarding the truss rod, we only check approximately 45 degrees in both the tightening and loosening directions for product protection purposes. (When marked "ample clearance," it indicates there is 45 degrees of clearance in both directions)

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