Gibson USA Explorer 70s Dark Walnut Original
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An Explorer Inspired by the Golden Age of Rock
An icon of the 70s, the Gibson 70s Explorer captures the spirit of the models that marked rock with their radical aesthetics and sonic power. It follows a "vintage correct" approach with luthiery and electronics choices designed to recapture the grain and dynamics of guitars from the era, while offering the reliability expected in the studio and on stage.
Who Is the Gibson 70s Explorer For?
This electric guitar targets intermediate to professional guitarists who want a riff machine with fast playability without sacrificing versatility. It excels in hard rock and heavy metal but remains very comfortable in classic rock and gritty blues thanks to its sustain reserve and fine volume control. Its ergonomics allow for long playing sessions, standing or sitting, with a true visual identity that immediately stands out.
The Sound
The combination of a solid mahogany body and mahogany neck provides a dense sonic foundation, rich in midrange, with a clear attack and very present natural sustain. The two 70s Tribute Humbucker pickups deliver generous power, ideal for thick overdrives and punchy rhythms, while maintaining definition for leads. The hand-wired circuitry and Orange Drop capacitor make the tone usable across its entire range, and the two independent volumes allow switching from a rounder sound to a more incisive register directly on the guitar.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 6 |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Brown |
| Shape | Explorer | Nut | Graph Tech |
| Material | solid mahogany | Bridge | Nashville Tune-O-Matic aluminum |
| Available finishes | Classic White, Antique Natural, Dark Walnut | Stop Bar | aluminum |
| Wood | mahogany | Tuners | Grover Mini Rotomatic |
| Profile | SlimTaper | Control knobs | Black Speed Knobs |
| Fingerboard | Indian rosewood | Hardware finish | chrome |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm | Neck pickup | 70s Tribute Humbucker |
| Number of frets | 22 medium jumbo | Bridge pickup | 70s Tribute Humbucker |
| Inlays | acrylic dots | Controls | 2 independent volumes, 1 master tone with Orange Drop capacitor |
| Scale length | 24.75" / 628.65 mm | Selector | 3-position toggle |
| Nut width | 43.05 mm / 1.69" | Included case | Gibson Hardshell Case |
Questions frequently asked
What sounds can be obtained with the 70s Tribute Humbucker pickups?
The two 70s Tribute Humbuckers provide power suited for thick overdrive and punchy rhythms. The solid mahogany construction supports the mids and sustain, while leads retain clarity.
Is the SlimTaper neck suitable for fast playing?
The mahogany neck with SlimTaper profile promotes a fast grip. Its 12-inch (305 mm) Indian rosewood fingerboard features 22 medium jumbo frets.
What is the control configuration of the Gibson USA Explorer 70s Dark Walnut Original?
Two independent volume controls allow separate balancing of the neck and bridge pickups. A three-position toggle switch enables selection. The master tone control uses an Orange Drop capacitor.
What is the scale length of this Explorer?
The scale length is 24.75 inches, or 628.65 mm, with a Graph Tech nut width of 43.05 mm.
Is a case included with this guitar?
A Gibson Hardshell Case is included. The chrome hardware features an aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge, an aluminum Stop Bar, and Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners.
