Gibson Explorer Bass Red 1985

4-String Bass Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson Explorer Bass Red 1985

Used

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 finish.
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid mahogany body.
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.82" 12th - 0.93"
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 32"
Neck Details: Set in maple neck with unbound rosewood fingerboard and circle inlays.
Electronics: The electronics are original. The guitar has two humbucker pickups, two volume pots, and a tone pot.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 9.0k ohms, bridge - 9.0k ohms
Hardware: The nut has been replaced with a brass one. The back plate is missing a screw.
Weight: 10lbs 6oz
Modifications/Repairs: The nut has been replaced by a brass nut. The fingerboard had separated from the neck by the nut and first fret and has been reglued - this does not affect playability.
Case Details: Multiple case options available. Please inquire for details.
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows appropriate wear for its age. The finish is glossy with surface scratches, some checking, and some cloudiness throughout. There are finish chips on the lower bout and the clear coat has been chipped off in a large area at the bass side waist. There are some finish cracks by the controls. The head shows some finish chipping and missing varnish by the nut. The fingerboard shows dings and scratches from the strings. There are two sets of holes drilled for the bridge cover, both of which are hidden when the cover is screwed in place.
Serial Number: 82145503
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and medium height with signs of play wear.
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