Gibson 80s Explorer - Cherry
Gibson 80s Explorer - Cherry
While the Explorer™ wasn’t a huge success when it was first introduced in 1958, guitarists revisited the model and discovered its many charms as the years passed. Rockers began to embrace its futuristic shape and powerful sound by the 1970s, but during the hard rocking’ 80s, the model came into its own and was adopted by some of the greatest players of the decade.
The new 80s Explorer is based on the popular 1984 model. It features a fast-playing SlimTaper mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard. The iconically-shaped mahogany body is outfitted with new 80s Tribute pickups that accurately capture the unique fat-toned sound and rich sustain of the models from that era. A hardshell case is also included.
Body
Shape: Explorer
Body Material: Mahogany
Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Profile: SlimTaper
Nut Width: 43.053mm
Fingerboard: Indian Rosewood
Scale Length: 628.65mm
Number of Frets: 22
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Inlay: Acrylic Dots
Hardware
Bridge: Aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: Aluminium Stop Bar
Tuners: Grover Mini Rotomatic
Plating: Chrome
Electronics
Neck Pickup: 80s Tribute
Bridge Pickup: 80s Tribute
Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone; Hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors
| Brand | Gibson |
| SKU / MPN | BM711106176147 |
| GTIN / Barcode | 711106176147 |
| Condition | Brand new, in original manufacturer packaging |
| Availability | In stock — ready to dispatch |
| Dispatch | 1–2 business days after payment confirmation |
| Delivery | Free tracked shipping Australia-wide, typically 2–7 business days; remote areas may take longer. We ship within Australia only. |
| Returns | 14-day returns — see our Return & Refund Policy. Consumer guarantees under the Australian Consumer Law apply. |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty terms vary by brand. If warranty coverage matters for this purchase, contact us before ordering and we will confirm what applies to this item. |