Gibson 70s Explorer - 2023, upgraded Fralin pickups, w/OHSC
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This 2023 Gibson 70s Explorer electric guitar is killer, especially with the upgraded Fralin Humbuckers - featuring a set of zebra Classic PAFs in the bridge and neck position. Original pickups included. The famous shape, the hockey-stick headstock, mahogany body and neck, and rosewood fretboard are part of history. And the SlimTaper carve neck helps complete the feel of the original. This one is in Excellent condition, showing only a few signs of play wear, most notably, some pick swirls on the top of the body and One small scratch near the logo on the headstock, but otherwise darn clean. This one has also been professionally setup by Corwin Guitar Company, include some fret leveling and a new Bone nut. Includes the original hardshell case in Excellent condition as well. One owner, non-smoking household.
Please note: This is a consignment item and is sold as-is, no returns.
Here's what Sweetwater has to say:
The Iconic Axe That Rocked a Million Stadiums
Armed with an iconic angular body and eye-grabbing hockey-stick headstock, this Gibson ’70s Explorer re-creates the trail-blazing axe that rocked a million stadiums. The Explorer’s resonant mahogany body and comfortable rosewood-topped SlimTaper mahogany neck offer a memorable playing experience night after night. Under the hood, twin ’70s Tribute Burstbucker pickups deliver a tight low end, complex midrange, and sweet highs to cater to rock and well beyond. To top it off, small touches like black speed knobs and chrome hardware give this solidbody electric guitar an arena-ready look. Add in the beautiful Classic White finish, and this Gibson '70s Explorer will be a great addition to any guitar collection!
You just can’t beat the slim neck of the Gibson ’70s Explorers
The Gibson ’70s Explorer gives you the smooth feel and fast action of Gibson’s SlimTaper profile neck. Early Les Pauls had huge necks, but by 1960 the neck underwent several modifications, eventually becoming the standard SlimTaper carve. And when you add to that the ultra-smooth feel of its rosewood fingerboard, you get the best of both comfort and performance. In fact, the comfortable playability of its SlimTaper neck is, at least in part, the reason for its long-standing popularity on the metal scene. Many guitarists at Sweetwater appreciate Explorers for their fast-playing necks.
When it comes to capturing that classic Gibson tone, nothing beats the sound of Burstbucker pickups. You’ll love the tight low end, complex midrange, and sweet highs you’ll get out of these pickups — it’s everything you expect when you pick up a Gibson! That’s because Burstbucker pickups were designed to re-create the sound of original PAF humbuckers to perfection. So if you want the time-tested tone of a classic Gibson, the ’70s Explorer is the guitar for you.
Plek’d for precision playability
The Gibson ’70s Explorer feels fast and precise thanks in large part to Plek processing. Typically reserved for top-dollar custom guitars, this process levels the frets with pinpoint precision, providing you with the most playable fretboard you’re likely to own. Each note rings loud and clear, and the fret edges feel smooth as Gibson ’70s Explorer Solidbody Electric Guitar Features:
- Comfortable, lightweight mahogany body lets you rock all night
- Slim, lightweight, and smoothly contoured mahogany body won’t tax your back
- Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays looks cool and is easy on your finger