Ultra reliced appearance. Ultra addictive playability.
The Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer represents the furthest expression of obsession, aging, and intent within the Gibson Custom Master Artisan Collection. Built as a tightly limited group of only three instruments, each Ultra Addiction Explorer channels the uncompromising spirit of the original 1958 design while carrying the unmistakable imprint of a singular modern artisan. Though united by concept, no two are the same. Each displays its own Natural finish character, deeply worn surfaces, and a level of ultra-relicing that pushes beyond convention into true individuality.
The Master Artisan Collection brings Gibson Custom together with a select group of independent luthiers whose work reflects both reverence for tradition and fearless originality. Leo Scala stands among the most respected of these makers. Working for more than 25 years in his small Los Angeles–area workshop, Scala has developed a reputation for obsessive craftsmanship, authoring instruments prized for both their visual depth and their musical authority. His lifelong passion for Gibson guitars formed the foundation of a collaboration sparked during an early meeting with Gibson President and CEO Cesar Gueikian, where shared values of sound, heritage, and hand-built integrity quickly aligned.
Designed in the spirit of the bold innovators who first conceived the Explorer in the late 1950s, the Ultra Addiction Explorer revisits those original ideas with a sharper edge. A Korina body and matching Korina neck, hide glue fitted, provide a resonant, lightweight platform that feels vividly alive in the hands. The Indian rosewood fretboard, dressed with pearloid dot inlays and 22 reissue frets, is shaped with rounded edges and paired with a ’58 Vintage neck profile, delivering a broken-in feel that mirrors the guitar’s visual intensity.
Leo Scala’s hand-applied aging is exceptionally deep on these instruments, revealing layers of lacquer wear, edge erosion, and patina that feel genuinely earned. One guitar is outfitted with a black pickguard and jack plate, while two feature white, further distinguishing each example within the trio. Master Artisan-Aged gold hardware, hand-aged Kluson® tuners with custom-color-infused celluloid tips, and vintage-correct appointments reinforce the sense that these guitars have lived many lives already.
Tonally, the Ultra Addiction Explorer is built without compromise. Leo Scala hand-wound Retrophonic humbuckers, with an Alnico 3 neck pickup and Alnico 2 bridge pickup, are paired with 50s-style hand wiring, VIPots vintage taper 550k potentiometers, and a phone book tone capacitor for maximum clarity, responsiveness, and harmonic richness. This is an instrument conceived detail by detail, then unified into a single, expressive voice.
Each guitar ships with a custom G&G wine suede hardshell case featuring Leo Scala’s aged hardware, a custom leather strap by Don Pepe of Spain, and a signed Certificate of Authenticity. More than a rare Explorer, the Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer is a performing piece of art, built for players and collectors who seek depth, character, and absolute individuality.
Highlights
- Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) humbucker in bridge position
- Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) in neck position
- Leo Scala Master Artisan Ultra Addiction aging
- '58 Vintage neck profile
- Korina body and neck
- Handmade black caiman leather strap by Don Pepe from Spain
- Hand‑crafted Certificate of Authenticity box from Leo Scala
- Custom G&G wine suede hardshell case with Leo Scala custom-aged hardware
Especificaciones
Cuerpo
Cuerpo
Acabado del cuerpo Master Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquer
Cuerpo Korina
Forma del cuerpo Explorer
Mastil
Mastil
Material del diapasón Indian Rosewood
Radio del diapasón 304.8mm / 12.0in
Recuento de trastes 22
Trastes Reissue
Incrustaciones Cellulose Dot
Union Hide glue fit
Material del mastil Korina
Material de la cejilla Nylon
Ancho de la cejilla 42.8mm / 1.69in
Perfil '58 Vintage
Longitud de la escala 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electrónica
Electrónica
Pastilla de puente Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k)
Controles 2 volume, 1 tone
Pastilla de mástil Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k)
Conector de salida 1/4"
Pastilla de diapasón 3-way toggle
Hardware
Hardware
Puentes ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Controles Aged Gold Top Hats
finish Aged Gold
Golpeadores White
Cordales Stop Bar
Clavijeros Kluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid Tips
Miscelánea
Miscelánea
Accesorios Custom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don Pepe
Model: CS-ART-114_Ultra2_Na
Estuche Custom G&G Wine Suede
Incrustación en la pala Raised metal Gibson Logo
Gibson Custom Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #2, Natural
Gibson Custom Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #2, Natural
Garantía de por vida
Garantía de por vida
Toca tu instrumento con la seguridad de nuestra garantía limitada de por vida. Obtén más información sobre las garantías y sus excepciones aquí .
Estuche incluido
Estuche incluido
Tu instrumento incluye un estuche rígido o blando de fábrica para guardarlo y transportarlo con seguridad. Consulta las especificaciones del producto para más detalles.
Ajuste incluido
Ajuste incluido
Nuestros técnicos artesanos llevan a cabo una pormenorizada inspección final y configuran los instrumentos antes de que se embalen y envíen.
Ultra reliced appearance. Ultra addictive playability.
The Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer represents the furthest expression of obsession, aging, and intent within the Gibson Custom Master Artisan Collection. Built as a tightly limited group of only three instruments, each Ultra Addiction Explorer channels the uncompromising spirit of the original 1958 design while carrying the unmistakable imprint of a singular modern artisan. Though united by concept, no two are the same. Each displays its own Natural finish character, deeply worn surfaces, and a level of ultra-relicing that pushes beyond convention into true individuality.
The Master Artisan Collection brings Gibson Custom together with a select group of independent luthiers whose work reflects both reverence for tradition and fearless originality. Leo Scala stands among the most respected of these makers. Working for more than 25 years in his small Los Angeles–area workshop, Scala has developed a reputation for obsessive craftsmanship, authoring instruments prized for both their visual depth and their musical authority. His lifelong passion for Gibson guitars formed the foundation of a collaboration sparked during an early meeting with Gibson President and CEO Cesar Gueikian, where shared values of sound, heritage, and hand-built integrity quickly aligned.
Designed in the spirit of the bold innovators who first conceived the Explorer in the late 1950s, the Ultra Addiction Explorer revisits those original ideas with a sharper edge. A Korina body and matching Korina neck, hide glue fitted, provide a resonant, lightweight platform that feels vividly alive in the hands. The Indian rosewood fretboard, dressed with pearloid dot inlays and 22 reissue frets, is shaped with rounded edges and paired with a ’58 Vintage neck profile, delivering a broken-in feel that mirrors the guitar’s visual intensity.
Leo Scala’s hand-applied aging is exceptionally deep on these instruments, revealing layers of lacquer wear, edge erosion, and patina that feel genuinely earned. One guitar is outfitted with a black pickguard and jack plate, while two feature white, further distinguishing each example within the trio. Master Artisan-Aged gold hardware, hand-aged Kluson® tuners with custom-color-infused celluloid tips, and vintage-correct appointments reinforce the sense that these guitars have lived many lives already.
Tonally, the Ultra Addiction Explorer is built without compromise. Leo Scala hand-wound Retrophonic humbuckers, with an Alnico 3 neck pickup and Alnico 2 bridge pickup, are paired with 50s-style hand wiring, VIPots vintage taper 550k potentiometers, and a phone book tone capacitor for maximum clarity, responsiveness, and harmonic richness. This is an instrument conceived detail by detail, then unified into a single, expressive voice.
Each guitar ships with a custom G&G wine suede hardshell case featuring Leo Scala’s aged hardware, a custom leather strap by Don Pepe of Spain, and a signed Certificate of Authenticity. More than a rare Explorer, the Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer is a performing piece of art, built for players and collectors who seek depth, character, and absolute individuality.
Highlights
- Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) humbucker in bridge position
- Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) in neck position
- Leo Scala Master Artisan Ultra Addiction aging
- '58 Vintage neck profile
- Korina body and neck
- Handmade black caiman leather strap by Don Pepe from Spain
- Hand‑crafted Certificate of Authenticity box from Leo Scala
- Custom G&G wine suede hardshell case with Leo Scala custom-aged hardware
Especificaciones
Cuerpo
Cuerpo
Acabado del cuerpo Master Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquer
Cuerpo Korina
Forma del cuerpo Explorer
Mastil
Mastil
Material del diapasón Indian Rosewood
Radio del diapasón 304.8mm / 12.0in
Recuento de trastes 22
Trastes Reissue
Incrustaciones Cellulose Dot
Union Hide glue fit
Material del mastil Korina
Material de la cejilla Nylon
Ancho de la cejilla 42.8mm / 1.69in
Perfil '58 Vintage
Longitud de la escala 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electrónica
Electrónica
Pastilla de puente Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k)
Controles 2 volume, 1 tone
Pastilla de mástil Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k)
Conector de salida 1/4"
Pastilla de diapasón 3-way toggle
Hardware
Hardware
Puentes ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Controles Aged Gold Top Hats
finish Aged Gold
Golpeadores White
Cordales Stop Bar
Clavijeros Kluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid Tips
Miscelánea
Miscelánea
Accesorios Custom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don Pepe
Model: CS-ART-114_Ultra2_Na
Estuche Custom G&G Wine Suede
Incrustación en la pala Raised metal Gibson Logo
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