Specs:
• Model: Custom Shop Explorer Custom
• Finish: Ebony Gloss
• Body: Mahogany
• Neck: Mahogany
• Neck Joint: Set Neck
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Fingerboard Radius: 12"
• Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block Inlays
• Headstock: Custom Split-Diamond Inlay
• Pickup Configuration: HH
• Controls: 2 x Volume, 1 x Tone
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle Pickup Selector
• Bridge: ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Stopbar
• Tuners: Grover
• Hardware: Gold
• Binding: Multi-Ply Body and Headstock Binding
• Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case
• Certificate of Authenticity: Included
• Country: USA
• Year: 2024

Personal Thoughts:
This is an exceptionally classy take on the Explorer and one of the most striking Custom Shop versions of the model. The Ebony Gloss finish, bound body, ebony fingerboard and gold hardware give it a much more luxurious appearance than a standard Explorer, while the split-diamond headstock inlay and block markers bring in all the traditional Les Paul Custom-style appointments.

Underneath the formal cosmetics, it still has all the aggression and presence you would want from an Explorer. The large mahogany body and set mahogany neck give it a strong, resonant feel with plenty of sustain, while the dual-humbucker layout and simple control arrangement keep things direct and performance-focused.

It is a great combination of classic Gibson Custom aesthetics and one of the company’s most iconic body shapes. Much rarer and visually more distinctive than a conventional Explorer, and a particularly strong choice for someone wanting something high-end without moving away from the traditional Gibson formula.

Condition Report:
Mint / as new condition. Presents exceptionally well overall with no noteworthy marks, fret wear or signs of use to mention. Supplied with its original Gibson Custom Shop hardshell case, certificate of authenticity and associated documentation.

Part Exchange Welcome:
Part exchange welcome, video demos are available via our YouTube channel at Squealing Pig Guitars, personal consignment service available via our site at 10% rate.

Listeda month ago
ConditionMint (Used)
Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Explorer Custom
Finish
  • Ebony Gloss
Categories
Year
  • 2021 - 2026
Made In
  • United States
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Nut Width
  • 1.69"
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Color Family
  • Black
Model Sub-Family
Model Family
Body Shape
  • X-Style
Number of Frets
  • 22

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