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The Gibson '80s Explorer Electric Guitar, a stunning recreation of the legendary 1984 model. Its aggressively styled mahogany body and powerful pickups define the era that shaped rock and roll. The fast-playing SlimTaper mahogany neck and rosewood fretboard make soloing and complex chords effortless.

Iconic '80s Styling and Sound

The Explorer's futuristic shape and tone solidified its status as an '80s icon. Dual high-output uncovered '80s Tribute Humbuckers provide a fat, punchy sound with rich sustain. The pickguard-less mahogany body is all attitude and ready to rock.

Fast, Comfortable Neck

The Gibson '80s Explorer's SlimTaper neck profile and 12" radius rosewood fretboard allow for fast, precise playing across all 22 frets. Medium jumbo frets make bending and vibrato smooth and easy.

Road-Ready Hardware

A rock-solid Nashville Tune-o-matic bridge provides stable tuning and intonation. High-quality Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners keep the guitar in tune through the most aggressive playing.

Premium Protection

A hardshell case is included to properly protect your investment. Molded to fit the iconic Explorer shape, the case keeps the guitar safe from dings, dents and the elements.

Gibson '80s Explorer Electric Guitar Ebony
Gibson '80s Explorer Electric Guitar Ebony
Gibson '80s Explorer Electric Guitar Ebony

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  • Mahogany body
  • Mahogany neck with SlimTaper profile
  • Indian rosewood fingerboard
  • '80s Tribute pickup set

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Body
  • Body Type: Offset Solidbody
  • Body wood: Mahogany
Neck
  • Neck shape: SlimTaper
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 24.75"
  • Truss rod: Standard
Fingerboard
  • Material: Indian rosewood
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width/material: 1.69"/Graph Tech
Electronics
  • Configuration: HH
  • Neck: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker
  • Control layout: Individual volume, Individual volume, Master tone
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed Bridge
  • Tailpiece: Stopbar
  • Tuning machines: Grover Mini Rotomatic
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 6 string
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Orientation: Right-handed

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5

3 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

This is an amazing guitar I would recommend
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Reviewed by 3 customers

  • No Remorse

    5

    submitted9 months ago

    byDavid

    fromChicago, Illinois

    I love everything about this guitar. My fingers glide on the fretboard. The tone is iconic. I feel like a God when I play this

  • OUTSTANDING effort by Gibson.

    5

    submitteda year ago

    byMIchael J

    fromLehigh Valley, PA

    I gave it about a year before I decided to write a review. I know Gibson has been a bit wishy-washy with QC based on the reviews I have been reading. I'll cut to the chase and say this is absolutely one of their best efforts. SUPER nice finish, outstanding control and overall a pleasure to play. The weight to me is a tad on the heavy side but I knew exactly what it weighed when I bought it. I wear an XL glove and I maneuver the fret board with ease. I have other Gibson's and this is consistent with everything I own by Gibson. Beginner-Expert pay the extra and pull the trigger on the sale. Now let me say everyone is different but FOR ME I would absolutely recommend buying this guitar.

  • This is an amazing guitar I would recommend

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byJames

    fromVail, colorado

    The guitar is great for beginners. Though a bit pricy, it's worth the money it feels great in you hand and sounds great. The body shape is very comfortable. Again I love this guitar and I highly recommend it.

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  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTouch Grass

    fromundisclosed

    Does this model come with a case of any kind?

    Does this model come with a case of any kind?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes - GIBSON 940089918Z EXPLORER ELEC GTR CASE

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byJF

    fromundisclosed

    What pickups are on this guitar?

    What pickups are on this guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Neck Pickup: 80s Tribute. Bridge Pickup: 80s Tribute