The Gibson 80s Exlporer is based on the popular 1984 model that ushered in this icon's resurgence. Featuring Mahogany build, custom pickups, & hand-wired electronics. In Cherry, with case
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While the Explorer wasn’t a huge success when it was first introduced in 1958, guitarists revisited the model and discovered its many charms as the years passed. Rockers began to embrace its futuristic shape and powerful sound by the 1970s, but during the hard rockin’ 80s, the model came into its own and was adopted by some of the greatest players of the decade. The new 80s Explorer is based on the popular 1984 model. It features a fast-playing SlimTaper mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard. The iconically-shaped mahogany body is outfitted with new 80s Tribute pickups that accurately capture the unique fat-toned sound and rich sustain of the models from that era. A hardshell case is also included.
Gibson 80s Explorer Cherry Guitar with Case Features:
Gibson 80s Explorer Cherry Guitar with Case Specifications
Gibson 80s Explorer Cherry Guitar with Case Specifications
Product Specifications
Collection: Original
Finish: Transparent
Body Shape: Explorer
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: Slim Taper
Nut Width: 1.695" / 43.053 mm
Fingerboard Material: Indian Rosewood
Scale Length: 24.75" / 628.65 mm
Number of Frets: 22
Nut: Graph Tech
Inlay: Acrylic Dots
Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
Knobs: Black Speed Knobs
Tuners: Grover Mini Rotomatic
Plating: Chrome
Neck Pickup: 80s Tribute
Bridge Pickup: 80s Tribute
Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone, Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
Case: Hardshell Case Included
Frequently Asked Questions
The Explorer is built for hard rock, metal, and classic rock thanks to its aggressive, fat-toned humbuckers and rich sustain. That said, its versatile controls let you dial back for cleaner styles too.
It features Custom Gibson ‘80s Tribute humbuckers, designed to capture the punchy, full-bodied tone of the original ‘80s models. Each pickup has its own volume control for added flexibility.
Yes, a protective hardshell case is included at no extra cost. It's built to keep your guitar safe during transport and storage.
It uses a SlimTaper mahogany neck, known for its fast, comfortable feel. Paired with the Indian rosewood fretboard, it makes playing leads and chords smooth and easy.
Yes, it's based on the popular 1984 Explorer. It recreates the look, feel, and sound that made that era's model a favorite among rock players.