Gibson Explorer Black 1978

6-String Solid Body Electric Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson Explorer Black 1978

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The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.

Summary

Finish: Original

Body Material: Mahogany Body

Body Details: Solid mahogany body

Neck Material: Mahogany Neck

Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

Neck Profile: "D" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .78" (1st fret), .95" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 24-3/4"

Neck Details: Set mahogany neck with unbound rosewood fretboard and dot inlays.

Electronics: Non-original Gibson patent number pickups, 3-way toggle switch, volume control for each pickup, and master tone control. Some of the connections in the wiring harness have been touched up, and the bridge ground wire has been replaced. The pot codes are partially obscured by solder.

Pickup Measurements: 7.7k (neck), 7.5k (bridge)

Hardware: Most of the hardware has been replaced. The pickguard, tailpiece, strap buttons, truss rod cover, and tuners are all non-original. The original parts have not been included.

Weight: 8 lbs 9.2 oz

Modifications / Repairs: Most of the hardware (pickguard, strap buttons, tuners, tailpiece, truss rod cover) has been replaced, and the pickups are not original.

Case Details: Original hardshell case. The case has some wear and tear, and one of the latches is broken, but it is structurally sound.

Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows some heavier play wear, particularly some buckle rash on the back of the body. There are also various small dings and blemishes throughout the body and neck, particularly on the tips of the body horns and the edges of the headstock. There are some open screw holes on the back of the headstock from the original tuners, as well as an extra strap button on the bass shoulder.

Serial Number: 73488134

Tech Notes: Plays well with low action and light neck relief; the guitar is currently set up with 10s. The neck sights with a slight twist resulting in more relief on the bass side; the guitar has been set up to accommodate this. The frets are wide and low with some light wear, mostly in the first position. The serial number dates this guitar to 1978.

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Description & Specs

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid mahogany body
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: "D" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .78" (1st fret), .95" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Set mahogany neck with unbound rosewood fretboard and dot inlays.
Electronics: Non-original Gibson patent number pickups, 3-way toggle switch, volume control for each pickup, and master tone control. Some of the connections in the wiring harness have been touched up, and the bridge ground wire has been replaced. The pot codes are partially obscured by solder.
Pickup Measurements: 7.7k (neck), 7.5k (bridge)
Hardware: Most of the hardware has been replaced. The pickguard, tailpiece, strap buttons, truss rod cover, and tuners are all non-original. The original parts have not been included.
Modifications/Repairs: Most of the hardware (pickguard, strap buttons, tuners, tailpiece, truss rod cover) has been replaced, and the pickups are not original.
Case Details: Original hardshell case. The case has some wear and tear, and one of the latches is broken, but it is structurally sound.
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows some heavier play wear, particularly some buckle rash on the back of the body. There are also various small dings and blemishes throughout the body and neck, particularly on the tips of the body horns and the edges of the headstock. There are some open screw holes on the back of the headstock from the original tuners, as well as an extra strap button on the bass shoulder.
Serial Number: 73488134
Tech Notes: Plays well with low action and light neck relief; the guitar is currently set up with 10s. The neck sights with a slight twist resulting in more relief on the bass side; the guitar has been set up to accommodate this. The frets are wide and low with some light wear, mostly in the first position. The serial number dates this guitar to 1978.
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