If any electric guitar lives up to its name in the guitar world, it’s the Explorer™. Gibson Explorer guitars are like sonic travelers, taking you effortlessly through rock, heavy metal, and alternative soundscapes, allowing you to play in diverse settings with other musicians. And while heavy styles are the Explorer’s stomping grounds, the guitars are just as welcome in pop, ska, and new wave.
Just as you can explore genres with your Explorer, you can also experience different sounds. Depending on the amp and pedals you use and your playing style, you’ll be able to draw an infinite number of tones from this world-famous solidbody electric guitar. You can just as easily coax a soaring solo tone out of the Explorer as you can a chugging, mids-forward rhythm sound. Making your sonic dream a reality may take some experimenting, but that’s what exploration is all about.
Naturally, Explorer guitars work well for literal exploration as well; these instruments were designed for the road. Heavy enough to deliver exceptional tone but light enough to carry anywhere, Explorer electric guitars are staples of the touring circuit. Whether you’re heading on a quick out-of-town jaunt with your indie band or circling the globe with an arena act, the Explorer is your trusty partner.
Wherever you bring yours, people are sure to notice. Explorer electric guitars have an unmistakable silhouette that begs to be put front and center on an album cover, in a music video, or on stage. The eye-catching points make the instrument look like a lightning bolt, fitting for an electrifying instrument of this kind. The unique angled scimitar headstock, meanwhile, is the perfect complement to the pointed body shape.
Beyond its striking appearance, the Gibson Explorer boasts features that appeal to serious musicians. Explorers have a mahogany or korina wood body, which not only gives great body style and body finish but also provides a rich, resonant tone with excellent sustain. The neck, featuring ebony or rosewood fretboard material, offers a smooth playing experience. The Explorer is equipped with a high-output humbucking bridge pickup, delivering a thick, powerful sound that is perfect for genres requiring heavy distortion and robust sonic impact. Its hardware, including a Tune-O-Matic™ bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece, ensures stable tuning and precise intonation. These elements combine to create an instrument that is not only visually striking but also highly functional and sonically versatile, cementing the Gibson Explorer's status as a legendary solidbody electric guitar in the annals of rock history.
Available in a handful of Gibson Custom and original sleek styles, the Gibson Explorer electric guitar is a true showstopper. From simple black or white body style to natural wood grain finishes, there’s an Explorer look for everyone.
No matter which genre you play or the aesthetic you prefer, the right Explorer electric guitar will come along for the ride, helping you through every twist and turn. Where will your Gibson Explorer electric guitar take you?
