2023 Epiphone Inspired by Gibson 1958 Explorer Korina - Aged Natural

*Available for £695 with payment by bank transfer. Email us at info@jordanguitars.co.uk to arrange discount*

 

Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer, a masterful recreation of one of the most iconic and sought-after vintage guitars ever crafted, and born from an exclusive collaboration with the renowned Gibson Custom Shop. It's fitted with Gibson USA making this an incredible spec for the money.

 

It is mint-condition (no wear/blemishes) with the exception of the strat pin having been moved for improved balance. It's also incredibly light at only 6lb 10oz!

 

Drawing inspiration from the ultra-rare original Gibson models from 1958, this extraordinary guitar effortlessly captures the essence of its predecessors. At its core lies a solid Korina body, meticulously crafted to replicate the vintage aesthetics and tonal characteristics that have enthralled guitar enthusiasts for decades. The accompanying Korina neck features a long neck tenon, a hallmark of the 1958 Explorer, ensuring unparalleled sustain, resonance, and overall playability. With a 1958 Explorer neck profile, this instrument offers a supremely comfortable and familiar feel, empowering you to unleash your musical creativity with absolute confidence.

 

It features Indian laurel fretboard exudes elegance and smoothness, providing the perfect platform for your fingers to effortlessly glide across the 22 medium jumbo frets. The Graph Tech nut ensures precise string spacing and impeccable tuning stability, allowing you to explore the full spectrum of your musical expression without compromise. Premium quality extends to the hardware, with an ABR-1 Style bridge with LockTone stopbar. This combination offers exceptional intonation, sustain, and tuning stability, enabling you to deliver captivating performances with unwavering precision. The Epiphone Deluxe tuners further enhance tuning accuracy, allowing you to effortlessly fine-tune your instrument to perfection.

 

The highlight are the coveted Gibson Burstbucker 2 and Burstbucker 3 pickups, this guitar exudes rich, vintage-inspired tones that resonate with unparalleled depth and clarity. Unleash the full potential of these remarkable pickups with the individual volume controls, master tone control with CTS pots, and a Mallory capacitor. The Switchcraft 3-way pickup selector switch grants you access to a diverse range of tonal possibilities, while the 1/4" output jack ensures a reliable and robust connection to your amplifier or recording equipment.

 

Emblazoned on the back of the headstock, an Epiphone x Gibson Custom logo proudly signifies the collaboration between two iconic brands, assuring you of the instrument's exceptional quality and authenticity. It is complete with its hardshell case and its paperwork.

 

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