A great rock and metal instrument (Gibson Explorer)

Member Name: Matt1982

Product:	Gibson Explorer
Date:	13/02/09 (23 review reads)
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Advantages: Stand out looks, high output

Disadvantages: Some might not like the shape

The Gibson Explorer was first seen back in late 50's. It was part of a futuristic range of guitars designed by Gibson which also included the flying V.
When first released they weren't too popular and only a few were produced. This has lead to some very high prices in today's market for the originals.
It wasn't until the 70's that they became popular with the emergance of heavier styles of rock music. The large mahogany body, humbucking pickups and "stand-out" shape really suited the stadium rock bands of this era.
The Gison Explorer features a similar neck profile to the 50's Les Paul, rosewood fretboard (ebony on some special editions), 490 and 500T humbucking pickups, mahogany body, tune-o-matic bridge, volume and 2 tone controls with a 3-way pickup selector.
The tones are full with a similar feel to the Les Paul but with slightly higher output from the 500T humbucker.
The USA Explorers are built very well and will last a lifetime on the road.
The Explorer is a great rock guitar that has been copied by many manufacturers over the years.

Summary: Mahogany body and neck, rosewood fretboard, 2 humbuckers, 1 vol, 2 tone and 3way switch