The launch of Gibson’s Limited Edition Robot Guitar last year proved to be the single most significant and talked-about advancement in electric guitar technology in decades. Not since the introduction of the humbucker pickup and Tune-o-matic bridge in the mid 1950s—of course, also Gibson innovations—had a new technology made such an important improvement to the world’s most beloved instrument.

Gibson USA’s new Shred-V Flying V—the Guitar of the Month for August 2008—takes the style and attitude of the fearsome Flying V a step further. Two EMG 85 pickups deliver high-ouput, screaming tone, perfect for aggressive hard rock and metal, and a new Kahler 2215K tremolo system allows stable tuning and dive bombs.

For many years, guitarists have clamored for and indulged in much wishful thinking about one guitar in particular—a David Gilmour signature model Stratocaster® based on Gilmour’s famous “Black Strat.” They’re about to get their wish.

New model features solid korina body with black back and sides with cream binding, two Reverend Revtron mini-humbuckers, Pin-Lock tuners and Bass Contour control. The bridge pickup is slightly hotter then the neck pickup for balanced tone. 

The Inspired By series is a limited-edition collection of guitars inspired by and built to the exact specifications of passionate musicians and artists. The result? Hand-made instruments crafted at Gibson’s famed Custom Shop, featuring  one-of-a-kind looks, style, and tone. The incredible guitars of the Inspired By series will cross every generation and genre of music.