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Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.

The classic Gibson Explorer dives into new aesthetic and sonic territory with this Custom-appointed version, replete with multi-ply binding, pearl appointments, gold hardware, and a solid Ebony fingerboard. It's an electrifying, upscale look which brings with it Gibson's signature playability, instantly-recognizable voice and Gibson Custom's unwavering commitment to building the best guitars on the planet.

Other features include:

  • Body Style Explorer
  • Body Shape Designer
  • Body Material Solid Mahogany
  • Binding Multi-ply
  • Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Weight Relief None
  • Profile Medium C
  • Scale Length 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
  • Fingerboard Material Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius 304.8 mm / 12 in
  • Neck Material Solid Mahogany
  • Fret Count 22
  • Frets Medium-Jumbo
  • Nut Material Corian
  • Nut Width 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
  • End Of Board Width 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
  • Inlays Mother of Pearl Block
  • Joint Long Tenon
  • Finish Gold
  • Bridge Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece Stop Bar
  • Tuning Machines Grover Kidney
  • Pickguard Black Multi-Ply
  • Truss Rod 2-way Adjustable
  • Truss Rod Cover 2-Ply Black/White
  • Control Knobs Black Speed Knobs
  • Switch Tip Black
  • Switch washer Black
  • Jack Plate Cover Gold-plated Brass
  • Strap Buttons Brass
  • Mounting Rings Black M69
  • Pickup Covers Gold-Plated
  • Neck Pickup 490R Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup 498T Humbucker
  • Controls 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 1 500K CTS Tone Pot, Hand-Wired Harness
  • Pickup Selector 3-Way Switchcraft
  • Output Jack Switchcraft
  • Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
  • Case Custom Shop Hardshell
  • Accessories Certificate of Authenticity Booklet
  • DSMXM2M21029
  • 9 lbs 1 oz
  • #CS402429

 For more information on this Gibson Custom Shop Instrument, please contact us.

Manufacturer
Gibson
Series
Custom Shop
Actual Weight
9.1
Body Style
Explorer
Color
Silver Sparkle
Model
1958 Korina Explorer
Condition
Brand New

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SKU: CS402429
Weight: 9 lbs 1 oz

2024 - Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429

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$4,759.30
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UPC:
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Gibson Custom Shop is the pinnacle of craftsmanship, quality, and sound excellence. Each instrument celebrates Gibson's legacy through accuracy, authenticity and attention to detail.

The classic Gibson Explorer dives into new aesthetic and sonic territory with this Custom-appointed version, replete with multi-ply binding, pearl appointments, gold hardware, and a solid Ebony fingerboard. It's an electrifying, upscale look which brings with it Gibson's signature playability, instantly-recognizable voice and Gibson Custom's unwavering commitment to building the best guitars on the planet.

Other features include:

  • Body Style Explorer
  • Body Shape Designer
  • Body Material Solid Mahogany
  • Binding Multi-ply
  • Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
  • Weight Relief None
  • Profile Medium C
  • Scale Length 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
  • Fingerboard Material Ebony
  • Fingerboard Radius 304.8 mm / 12 in
  • Neck Material Solid Mahogany
  • Fret Count 22
  • Frets Medium-Jumbo
  • Nut Material Corian
  • Nut Width 42.85 mm / 1.687 in
  • End Of Board Width 56.89 mm / 2.239 in
  • Inlays Mother of Pearl Block
  • Joint Long Tenon
  • Finish Gold
  • Bridge Tune-O-Matic
  • Tailpiece Stop Bar
  • Tuning Machines Grover Kidney
  • Pickguard Black Multi-Ply
  • Truss Rod 2-way Adjustable
  • Truss Rod Cover 2-Ply Black/White
  • Control Knobs Black Speed Knobs
  • Switch Tip Black
  • Switch washer Black
  • Jack Plate Cover Gold-plated Brass
  • Strap Buttons Brass
  • Mounting Rings Black M69
  • Pickup Covers Gold-Plated
  • Neck Pickup 490R Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup 498T Humbucker
  • Controls 2 500K CTS Volume Pots, 1 500K CTS Tone Pot, Hand-Wired Harness
  • Pickup Selector 3-Way Switchcraft
  • Output Jack Switchcraft
  • Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
  • Case Custom Shop Hardshell
  • Accessories Certificate of Authenticity Booklet
  • DSMXM2M21029
  • 9 lbs 1 oz
  • #CS402429

 For more information on this Gibson Custom Shop Instrument, please contact us.

Manufacturer
Gibson
Series
Custom Shop
Actual Weight
9.1
Body Style
Explorer
Color
Silver Sparkle
Model
1958 Korina Explorer
Condition
Brand New

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Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429
Gibson Custom Shop Made 2 Measure Explorer Custom Gloss Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle 9.1 #CS402429

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