What is the value of a 1958 Gibson Explorer?
The 1958–1959 korina Explorer is one of the most valuable production-model guitars on the market, ranked at #4 on the 2011 Top 25 published by Vintage Guitar, worth between $250,000 and $300,000.
Who plays a Gibson Explorer?
Below, we profile 10 great players for whom the Explorer has proved indispensable.
- Gary Moore.
- Lzzy Hale.
- Eric Clapton.
- James Hetfield.
- The Edge.
- Jason Hook.
- Allen Collins.
- Dave Grohl.
How heavy is a Gibson Explorer?
| Weight | |
|---|---|
| Weight Relief: | None |
| Average Weight (body only): | 4 lbs. 15.4oz |
| Materials Used | |
| Glue: | Franklin Titebond 50 |
Are Explorer guitars good?
I’ve been playing guitar for a long time and know a decent guitar from a bad one…and this Explorer is a great sounding, great playing instrument! The quality and workmanship is very good. especially for an American made instrument. And although the guitar totally looks “rock and roll”, it’s actually very versatile!
What is a Gibson B 2?
Gibson Explorer B-2 Solidbody Electric Guitar Features: Comfortable, lightweight mahogany body lets you rock all night long. Slim mahogany body won’t tax your back. Rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays is visually clean and sonically rich. SlimTaper mahogany neck feels great and provides fast action.
Are heavier guitars better?
Heavier guitars generally have better sustain, and more resonance than lighter guitars. This is often due to the wood type, and the body size. Thicker guitar bodies, cause the tone to be fuller, warmer and louder. Hollow body guitars on the other hand, have a more acoustic sounding tone.
What Explorer did Hetfield play?
1984 Gibson Explorer, aka “More Beer” Later on during the decade, when James signed the deal with ESP, he still used this instrument, although he covered the Gibson logo with a Jagermeister sticker. He also added a Jagermeister sticker behind the bridge.
What is considered a heavy guitar?
In short, the average electric guitar weight is anywhere from 6 pounds to 12 pounds (3 to 5kgs). Lightweight guitars typically have a weight of around 6-8 pounds (2.7kg -3.6 kg). Heavy guitars weight 9-12 pounds (4.1 kg – 5.4kg).
Is Gibson Explorer comfortable?
i’ve never had a problem sitting down with an explorer, i actually find it pretty comfortable.
Are Explorers comfortable to play?
They’re very comfy standing, but also comfy sitting, i have gripes about mine. For me the explorer hangs perfectly for my frame and playing style. When sitting I only use the classical playing position no matter the guitar, and the explorer sits just fine that way, better than most guitar shape actually…