GIBSON EXPLORER E/2 CMT1981 Tobacco Burst • Serial #83571005Overview
Vintage 1981 Gibson Explorer E/2 CMT finished in Tobacco Burst. A highly desirable early-80s Explorer featuring a figured Curly Maple Top, ebony fingerboard, gold hardware, and original Dirty Fingers pickups.
This guitar has been professionally upgraded for maximum playability while preserving its vintage character and original tone.
Specifications
Manufacturer: Gibson USA
Model: Explorer E/2 CMT
Year: 1981
Serial Number: 83571005
Finish: Tobacco Burst
Body: Mahogany with Curly Maple Top
Neck: Flame Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony
Scale Length: 24.75"
Frets: 22 Gold EVO Jumbo Frets
Nut: Brass
Inlays: Pearl Dot
Bridge: Tune-O-Matic / Stopbar
Hardware: Gold
Pickguard: Cream
Pickups: Original Gibson Dirty Fingers Humbuckers
Controls: 2 Volume, 1 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
Upgrades
- Gold EVO Jumbo Refret
- Brass Nut
- Fully Shielded Electronics
- Professionally Aged Neck Binding
- Strap Locks Installed
Highlights
- Original Dirty Fingers pickups
- Figured Curly Maple Top
- Flame Maple Neck
- Ebony Fingerboard
- Gold Hardware
- Vintage USA Gibson
- Upgraded for professional use
- Excellent stage and recording guitar
Condition
This guitar is in excellent vintage player's condition and functions exactly as it should. The neck is straight, frets are in outstanding condition, electronics are quiet, and the original Dirty Fingers pickups deliver the aggressive tone these guitars are known for.
Normal cosmetic wear consistent with age.
Original hardshell case
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