Gibson X-plorer Studio Electric Guitar (with Case)

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Body is 90 percent of the classic Gibson Explorer, which makes for a more balanced, ergonomic fit with the player.

The X-plorer Studio brings a wider variety of finishes and a new level of affordability to guitarists who have embraced the slightly scaled-down body size. The X-plorer Studio's body is 90 percent of the classic Gibson Explorer, which makes for a more balanced, ergonomic fit with the player. Features include two high-output ceramic mini-humbuckers, a basswood body, mahogany neck with a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard, and chrome hardware. Includes Gibson USA hardshell case.

Gibson Mini-Humbucker
When Gibson introduced the Les Paul Deluxe in 1969, it incorporated the mini-humbucker which had only been available on certain Gibson-made Epiphone models. With its smaller size, narrow magnetic field and unique design combination, the mini-humbucker produces bright and focused output, while retaining the famous Gibson humbucker performance.

The X-plorer features a vintage replica of the original mini-humbucker, with adjustable pole pieces and bar Alnico II magnets.

Specifications

Manufactured in: Nashville, TN

Body: Basswood

Neck:
- Species: Mahogany
- Peghead Pitch: 17 in.
- Thickness at 1st fret: .800 in.
- Thickness at 12th fret: .850 in.
- Heel Length: .625 in.
- Neck Joint Location: 19th Fret

Fingerboard:
- Species: Rosewood
- Scale Length: 24 3/4 in.
- Total Length: 18.137 in.
- Number of Frets: 22
- Nut Width: 1.687 in.
- Width at 12th Fret: 2.062 in.
- Inlays: Dot

Hardware:
- Plating Finish: Chrome
- Tailpiece: Stopbar
- Bridge: Tune-o-matic
- Knobs: Black Speed Knobs
- Tuners: 'Grover'

Electronics:
- Neck Pickup: Ceramic Mini-Humbucker
- Bridge Pickup: Ceramic Mini-Humbucker

Other: Case Included

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-444-2766

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (30 ratings)
Submitted February 6, 2004 by a customer from cgb.com

"had doubts but no more"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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kids will inherit this instrument
Sound
love the mini humbuckers
Features
same controls as reg size explorer,
Quality
got the swamp ash, progressive down home looks, very eclectic
Value
excellent value
Manufacturer Support
havent had a need for any support
The Wow Factor
im a explorer harlot anyway

Musical Style:

any and all
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