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The Gibson 70s Explorer in Dark Walnut is a fearless revival of one of Gibson’s most daring and iconic designs, combining vintage inspired attitude with unmistakable modern performance. Crafted from solid mahogany and finished in a rich Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer, the Dark Walnut finish highlights the natural beauty of the wood while giving the guitar a warm, understated sophistication. Its aggressive angular body shape remains every bit as bold and rebellious as the original, delivering commanding stage presence and legendary rock character at a comfortable 8 lbs 3 oz.
The SlimTaper mahogany neck is built for speed, precision, and effortless playability, offering a smooth and responsive feel that invites fast riffs, soaring solos, and powerful rhythm work. Paired with a rosewood fretboard and medium jumbo frets, the playing experience feels fluid and comfortable across the entire scale length. Acrylic dot inlays maintain the classic vintage aesthetic while the 12 inch fingerboard radius provides the perfect balance between smooth chording and expressive lead playing.
Equipped with a pair of Gibson 70s Tribute humbuckers, the 70s Explorer delivers the raw power and punch that defined an era of hard rock and heavy music. These pickups produce rich harmonic detail, tight low end, aggressive mids, and searing sustain that cut through any mix with authority. Hand wired controls featuring Orange Drop capacitors provide exceptional tonal clarity and responsiveness, allowing players to shape everything from warm vintage crunch to explosive high gain attack with precision and feel.
Premium hardware appointments complete the instrument with both style and reliability. The aluminum Nashville Tune O Matic bridge and aluminum stop bar tailpiece contribute outstanding sustain and resonance, while chrome hardware adds classic Gibson shine against the deep walnut finish. Black speed knobs and the striking white 3 ply pickguard create a visually iconic contrast that perfectly captures the rebellious spirit of the 1970s Explorer design.
Built for players who crave powerful tone, unmistakable style, and legendary Gibson craftsmanship, the Gibson 70s Explorer in Dark Walnut stands as a true statement instrument. Whether on stage, in the studio, or hanging proudly in a collection, it delivers a thrilling playing experience rooted in rock history and built for modern inspiration. Complete with a hard shell case, this Explorer is ready to unleash pure Gibson attitude wherever it goes.
Other features include:
- Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Body Material Mahogany
- Body Shape Explorer
- End Of Board Width 57.4mm / 2.26in
- Fingerboard Material Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius 12 in. | 304.8 mm
- Fret Count 22
- Frets Medium Jumbo
- Inlays Acrylic Dots
- Neck Material Mahogany
- Nut Material Graph Tech
- Nut Width 43.05mm / 1.69in
- Profile SlimTaper
- Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
- Bridge Pickup 70s Tribute
- Controls 2 Volumes, 1 Tone & Toggle Switch (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)
- Neck Pickup 70s Tribute
- Bridge Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
- Control Knobs Black Speed Knobs
- finish Chrome
- Pickguard White 3-ply
- Switch Tip Cream
- Tailpiece Aluminum Stop Bar
- Hard Shell Case
- Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 Case
- DSXS007WCH1
- 8 lbs 3 oz
- #210660019
For more information on this Gibson Instrument, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Gibson
- Actual Weight
- 8.3
- Series
- USA
- Body Style
- Explorer
- Color
- Dark Walnut
- Model
- 70s
- Condition
- Brand New
- Strings
- 6
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The Gibson 70s Explorer in Dark Walnut is a fearless revival of one of Gibson’s most daring and iconic designs, combining vintage inspired attitude with unmistakable modern performance. Crafted from solid mahogany and finished in a rich Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer, the Dark Walnut finish highlights the natural beauty of the wood while giving the guitar a warm, understated sophistication. Its aggressive angular body shape remains every bit as bold and rebellious as the original, delivering commanding stage presence and legendary rock character at a comfortable 8 lbs 3 oz.
The SlimTaper mahogany neck is built for speed, precision, and effortless playability, offering a smooth and responsive feel that invites fast riffs, soaring solos, and powerful rhythm work. Paired with a rosewood fretboard and medium jumbo frets, the playing experience feels fluid and comfortable across the entire scale length. Acrylic dot inlays maintain the classic vintage aesthetic while the 12 inch fingerboard radius provides the perfect balance between smooth chording and expressive lead playing.
Equipped with a pair of Gibson 70s Tribute humbuckers, the 70s Explorer delivers the raw power and punch that defined an era of hard rock and heavy music. These pickups produce rich harmonic detail, tight low end, aggressive mids, and searing sustain that cut through any mix with authority. Hand wired controls featuring Orange Drop capacitors provide exceptional tonal clarity and responsiveness, allowing players to shape everything from warm vintage crunch to explosive high gain attack with precision and feel.
Premium hardware appointments complete the instrument with both style and reliability. The aluminum Nashville Tune O Matic bridge and aluminum stop bar tailpiece contribute outstanding sustain and resonance, while chrome hardware adds classic Gibson shine against the deep walnut finish. Black speed knobs and the striking white 3 ply pickguard create a visually iconic contrast that perfectly captures the rebellious spirit of the 1970s Explorer design.
Built for players who crave powerful tone, unmistakable style, and legendary Gibson craftsmanship, the Gibson 70s Explorer in Dark Walnut stands as a true statement instrument. Whether on stage, in the studio, or hanging proudly in a collection, it delivers a thrilling playing experience rooted in rock history and built for modern inspiration. Complete with a hard shell case, this Explorer is ready to unleash pure Gibson attitude wherever it goes.
Other features include:
- Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
- Body Material Mahogany
- Body Shape Explorer
- End Of Board Width 57.4mm / 2.26in
- Fingerboard Material Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius 12 in. | 304.8 mm
- Fret Count 22
- Frets Medium Jumbo
- Inlays Acrylic Dots
- Neck Material Mahogany
- Nut Material Graph Tech
- Nut Width 43.05mm / 1.69in
- Profile SlimTaper
- Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
- Bridge Pickup 70s Tribute
- Controls 2 Volumes, 1 Tone & Toggle Switch (Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)
- Neck Pickup 70s Tribute
- Bridge Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
- Control Knobs Black Speed Knobs
- finish Chrome
- Pickguard White 3-ply
- Switch Tip Cream
- Tailpiece Aluminum Stop Bar
- Hard Shell Case
- Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046 Case
- DSXS007WCH1
- 8 lbs 3 oz
- #210660019
For more information on this Gibson Instrument, please contact us.
- Manufacturer
- Gibson
- Actual Weight
- 8.3
- Series
- USA
- Body Style
- Explorer
- Color
- Dark Walnut
- Model
- 70s
- Condition
- Brand New
- Strings
- 6
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