Epiphone 1984 Explorer EX Antique White w/EMG-81/85

Epiphone 1984 Explorer EX

Epiphone has produced the most metal-friendly, shred-tastic Explorers to date with the new 1984 Explorer EX.  The screaming high-output EMG pickups, and sleek 80s style body contour, this is Explorer is ready to discover some new sonic territory.  

From Epiphone:

The futurist 1984 Explorer™ EX is “1984” come to life with a classic form that stands out on stage. Originally introduced in 1958, the Explorer’s radical and futuristic body shape has since been adopted as the instrument of choice for hard rock and metal players. With a sleek new update of the classic design combined with high output EMG pickups, the “1984” is a whole new Explorer.

Specs: Body: mahogany
Neck: mahogany
Neck shape: SlimTaper™ “D” Profile
Scale: 24.75”
Fingerboard: rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12”
Nut width: 1.68”
Neck Pickup: Active EMG-85
Bridge Pickup: Active EMG-81
Controls: 1-Master Volume, 1-Master Tone, 1-Bridge Volume
Battery: 9-volt, hinged compartment in back
Pickup selector: Epiphone all-metal 3-way toggle switch
Bridge: LockTone™ Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: StopBar
Hardware: Black
Machine Heads: Grover® with small metal buttons
Strings 10, 13, 17, 26, 36, 46