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Gibson 80s Explorer Ebony

   
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Gibson 80's Explorer

 

The Gibson '80s Explorer pays homage to the era when the Explorer's bold design and aggressive sound became emblematic of the rock scene. With its pickguard-less mahogany body and binding-free neck, this guitar exudes attitude and aggression, capturing the essence of the 1980s aesthetic.

 

Key Features

Slim Taper Neck Profile

80's Tribute Humbucker Pickups 

Black Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish 

Gibson Hardshell Case

 

Pure Rock and Roll

 

Equipped with dual high-output uncovered '80s Tribute Humbuckers, the Gibson '80s Explorer delivers a fat and powerful tone that surpasses vintage-style PAF pickups. Whether you're shredding leads or laying down heavy rhythm, these pickups provide the punch and clarity needed to cut through any mix.

 

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The guitar's neck features a fast-playing Gibson Slim Taper mahogany profile, paired with a sleek rosewood fingerboard boasting a 12-inch radius and medium jumbo frets. This combination ensures effortless playability across the fretboard, allowing you to execute intricate riffs and blazing solos with ease.

 

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Completing the package is a rock-solid hardware setup, including a classic Nashville Tune-o-matic bridge/stoptail combination and Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners. This hardware configuration offers incredible sustain and tuning stability, ensuring that your performance remains solid and reliable, even during the most intense performances.

 

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For players looking to celebrate the era when the Explorer truly left its mark on the music scene, the Gibson '80s Explorer is a fitting tribute that delivers the iconic sound and style of the 1980s straight into your hands.

 

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Specs:

BODY TYPE: Explorer

BODY WOOD: Mahogany

FINISH TYPE: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

FINISH COLOR: Black 

NECK WOOD: Mahogany

FINGERBOARD: Rosewood

NECK CARVE: Slim Taper

SCALE LENGTH: 24.75”

NECK RADIUS: 12”

FRETS: Medium Jumbo

NUT WIDTH: 1.694“

NUT MATERIAL: Graph Tech

NECK FINISH: Gloss Lacquer

INLAYS: Acrylic Dot

SIDE DOTS: Dots

NECK PICKUP: 80’s Tribute Humbucker

MIDDLE PICKUP: None

BRIDGE PICKUP: 80’s Tribute Humbucker

PICKGUARD: None

HARDWARE: Chrome

BRIDGE: Aluminum Nashville Tune-o-matic

TUNERS: Grover 6 In Line

CONTROLS: 2 Volumes, 1 Tone & Toggle Switch (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)

CASE: Hardshell Case



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