Gibson Custom 1958 Korina Explorer Reissue White Pickguard #85729

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£7,999.00

This is a New Gibson Custom 1958 Korina Explorer Reissue White Pickguard #85729 from Gibson Custom Shop, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

The Gibson Custom 1958 Korina Explorer Reissue recreates one of the rarest and most forward-thinking electric guitars ever produced. When the Explorer first appeared in 1958 its radical shape and futuristic styling placed it decades ahead of its time with only a handful originally shipped. This Custom Shop reissue faithfully revives that landmark design combining period-correct materials with meticulous craftsmanship to capture the tone feel and presence of the original instruments. A solid Korina body and matching Korina neck deliver a resonant articulate voice with strong midrange character and natural sustain. Finished in nitrocellulose VOS for a gently aged appearance the guitar feels broken in from first time you pick it up. Equipped with Custombucker pickups traditional wiring and gold hardware this Explorer reissue offers authentic late-50s Gibson tone and playability. Supplied with a historically accurate brown and pink hardshell case it stands as a faithful tribute to one of Gibsons most iconic designs.

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Gibson Custom Shop

Gibson Custom Shop instruments are specialist Gibson models made with historically inspired, artist-associated or limited specifications. Construction details, neck profiles, pickups, hardware, ageing treatments and included documentation can differ significantly. Check the complete individual listing and model code, particularly where visually similar instruments represent different years or reissue specifications.

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