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The Gibson Explorer was launched in 1958 alongside the Flying V as part of the three-guitar Modernistic series, built to appease the critics accusing Gibson of being conservative and old-fashioned in guitar design, and to show that they could be as modern as Fender were being with their Stratocaster and Telecaster models. The three models on offer were made from a wood known as korina--a type of African wood which Gibson first used on the Modernistic guitars. This foray into modernistic guitar design to rival Fender was massively unsuccessful, with only 81 Flying Vs sold in 1958.
The missing third guitar, the Moderne, never even made it to prototype stage--at least until Gibson "reissued" it in 1982. The Modernistic series was discontinued in 1959. The number of Explorers built in 1958-59 was put by official Gibson records at 22 and Flying Vs at 98.Apart from the shape being re-used and toned down for the Ray Dietrich-designed Firebird of 1963, that was the end of the Explorer until 1982, when it was reissued alongside the Moderne, and became hugely successful.
The Flying V had been reissued in 1967 and became an icon in the hands of popular and influential players such as Jimi Hendrix and Albert King. In 1982 the Explorer was greeted with a similar reaction, but a new breed of talented young players picked one up after seeing the radical shape.
For several Metallica albums James Hetfield used a white 1984 Explorer. Other guitarists who have played Explorers are Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick (who owns two original korina models from 1958), Dave Grohl of the Foo Fighters, The Edge of U2, Allen Collins of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, Eric Clapton and Matthias Jabs of the Scorpions.
The Explorer is noted for its' unusual body shape and headstock. The body is very angular, with several extended parts which made the guitar hard to play sitting down.
On some prototypes the headstock was a split shape, not unlike the shape used on modern Dean guitars. This was changed to a drooped "banana" headstock for the production models, which could be the inspiration for the headstock shape used on several modern guitars such as Jacksons.
The Explorer was originally known as the Futura at prototype stage and had an altered body shape with a narrower waist. Some Futura prototypes were sold and have made it into the hands of eager Gibson collectors. Also, not all were made of korina like the production Explorers- at least one was made of mahogany. These Futura models were later reissued.
As well as the Dean Z, a high-quality Explorer copy, the reissued Explorer is still on sale and is marketed as the X-Plorer. It has several sub-models such as reissued 1958-style models made of korina wood, the Shred X Explorer, which at the time of writing was imminently going into production.
This model corresponds with the Shred V, based on the Flying V. Both models are all black with rosewood fingerboards.
Also at the time of writing there was a special edition for 2008 and 2009 to celebrate 50 years of the Explorer and Flying V- two of the most successful guitars of all time.
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Hal Leonard Gibson Electric Steel Guitars 1935-1967 $36 Hal Leonard Gibson Electric Steel Guitars 1935-1967 |
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Gibson Pump Polish For Guitars, Banjos, Mandolins $5.99 Gibson Pump Polish for Guitars, Banjos, Mandolins |
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Gibson Electric Steel Guitars - 1935-1967 $40 This book recounts the story of all the electric steel guitars or electric "Hawaiian" guitars, as they were called during most of their tenure that were built by Gibson between 1935 and 1967. Hawaiian guitars were the most popular form of electric guitars until the 1950s, and they contributed to some crucial developments in pickups and amplification in addition to lending their voice to the earliest solid body electrics. Aesthetically, the early postwar instruments are also amongst the coolest designs ever produced by Gibson.Over 450 illustrations, including a wealth of color pictures, catalog reproductions, and patent drawings A comprehensive section on dating instruments as well as detailed shipping totals for the 1935-1967 period. |
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Gibson Guitars Patriot Flag Black Graphic T Shirt $9.99 Officially licensed Gibson Guitars Patriot Flag Black T Shirt. Features a Gibson design resembling the American flag. 100% cotton. |
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Gibson Guitar Case for Most Gibson and Epiphone Les Paul Guitars - Black $199.99 Pack your guitar in this case that is designed for use with most Gibson and Epiphone Les Paul guitars and features a rugged exterior construction to protect your instrument from damage. |
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Gibson Guitar Case for Most Gibson and Epiphone SG Guitars - Black $199.99 Carry your guitar in this case that is designed for use with most Gibson and Epiphone SG guitars. The custom interior design provides a snug fit to secure your guitar on the go. |
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Gibson Guitars - Ted McCarty's Golden Era: 1948-1966 $36.24 Gibson Guitars: Ted McCarty's Golden Era is a long overdue book that covers the world's greatest period of guitar manufacturing. As CEO of Gibson Guitars from 1948 to 1966, Ted McCarty presided over the production of nearly one million instruments and amplifiers. 1950s Gibson Les Paul Standards, Flying Vs, Explorers, and ES-335s are considered to be some of the most valuable fretted instruments in the world.This book is Ted McCarty's first and only complete biography, and a book that gives us a glimpse into a golden era of his factory and his loyal employees who made some of the world's most desirable guitars. It features over 100 photographs, some from Ted's personal archives and never before published."Ted McCarty was the architect of a Golden period in Gibson's history. During his 18-year tenure, he helped to reestablish the company's historic leadership in the industry through a number of musical innovations that still resonate today." Gibson Chairman and CEO Henry E. Juszkiewicz |
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Gibson's Fabulous Flat-Top Guitars - An Illustrated History & Guide $36.26 Finally back in print! The must-have book on Gibson's killer acoustic guitars, now updated.From the 1920s to the present, Gibson and its flat-tops have been synonymous with American music. Whether the music you listen to is from the North or the South, the country or the city, it is likely that a Gibson guitar was involved in creating it. Through more than 200 photos and detailed text, this book chronicles the development and evolution of Gibson's fabulous flat-tops, showing why these guitars have been the choice of so many great musicians, professional and amateur alike, over the last 70 years. |
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Gibson`s Fabulous Flat-top Guitars (Paperback) $42.83 Finally back in print! The must-have book on Gibson`s killer acoustic guitars, now updated. From the 1920s to the present, Gibson and its flat-tops have been synonymous with American music. Whether the music you listen to is from the North or the South, the country or the city, it is likely that a Gibson guitar was involved in creating it. Through more than 200 photos and detailed text, this book chronicles the development and evolution of Gibson`s fabulous flat-tops, showing why these guitars have been the choice of so many great musicians, professional and amateur alike, over the last 70 years. |
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Backbeat Books Flying V Explorer Firebird: An Odd-Shapted History Of Gibson'S Weird Electric Guitars $22.49 Backbeat Books Flying V Explorer Firebird: An Odd-Shapted History Of Gibson'S Weird Electric Guitars |
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Hal Leonard Guitar Identification - A Reference For Dating Guitars By Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, and Martin (4th E $12.95 Hal Leonard Guitar Identification - A Reference For Dating Guitars By Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, and Martin (4th E |
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Backbeat Books Flying V Explorer Firebird: An Odd-Shapted History Of Gibson's Weird Electric Guitars $22.49 Backbeat Books Flying V Explorer Firebird: An Odd-Shapted History Of Gibson'S Weird Electric Guitars |
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Hal Leonard Gibson Guitars Ted McCarty's Golden Era 1948-1966 Book $29.95 Gibson Guitars: Ted McCarty's Golden Era is a long overdue book that covers the world's greatest period of guitar manufacturing. As CEO of Gibson Guitars from 1948 to 1966, Ted McCarty presided over the production of nearly one million instruments and amplifiers. 1950s Gibson Les Paul Standards, Flying Vs, Explorers, and ES-335s are considered to be some of the most valuable fretted musical instruments in the world.This book is Ted McCarty's first and only complete biography, and a book that gives us a glimpse into a golden era of his factory and his loyal employees who made some of the world's most desirable guitars. It features over 100 photographs, some from Ted's personal archives and never before published."Ted McCarty was the architect of a Golden period in Gibson's history. During his 18-year tenure, he helped to reestablish the company's historic leadership in the industry through a number of musical innovations that still resonate today." Gibson Chairman and CEO Henry E. Juszkiewicz |
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Hal Leonard Gibson Guitars Ted Mccarty's Golden Era 1948-1966 Book $29.95 Gibson Guitars: Ted McCarty's Golden Era is a long overdue book that covers the world's greatest period of guitar manufacturing. As CEO of Gibson Guitars from 1948 to 1966, Ted McCarty presided over the production of nearly one million instruments and amplifiers. 1950s Gibson Les Paul Standards, Flying Vs, Explorers, and ES-335s are considered to be some of the most valuable fretted musical instruments in the world.This book is Ted McCarty's first and only complete biography, and a book that gives us a glimpse into a golden era of his factory and his loyal employees who made some of the world's most desirable guitars. It features over 100 photographs, some from Ted's personal archives and never before published."Ted McCarty was the architect of a Golden period in Gibson's history. During his 18-year tenure, he helped to reestablish the company's historic leadership in the industry through a number of musical innovations that still resonate today." Gibson Chairman and CEO Henry E. JuszkiewiczAuthor: Gil Hembree |
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Guitar Identification A Reference For Dating Guitars [Book] $12.95 Hal Leonard Guitar Identification - A Reference For Dating Guitars By Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, and Martin (4th E |
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Gibson Guitars Guitar Cap by CafePress $17 Our adjustable, 100% brushed cotton Cap is unstructured and an ideal way to beat the heat. Wear it anytime you want to keep the sun off or cover up a bad hair day. It features a sturdy low profile brim, sweatband, and adjustable closure, as well as Pre Guitar Cap . Our adjustable, 100% brushed cotton Cap is unstructured and an ideal way to beat the heat. Wear it anytime you want to keep the sun off or cover up a bad hair day. It features a sturdy low profile brim, sweatband, and adjustable closure, as well as Pre |
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Classic Guitars Tie by Museum Artifacts - Black Silk $42.95 This 100% silk tie features various guitars neatly arranged on a black background. Guitars featured include Fender, Parker, and Gibson styles, as well as acoustic and electric styles, with each style listed by the date it was made. |
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Gibson Toggle Switch Cap White $2.82 These genuine Gibson Toggle Switch Caps fit Les Paul, 335, SG or other classic Gibson electric guitars. Keep your Gibson looking authentic with these caps from Gibson. |
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Gibson Toggle Switch Cap Black $2.82 These genuine Gibson Toggle Switch Caps fit Les Paul, 335, SG or other classic Gibson electric guitars. Keep your Gibson looking authentic with these caps from Gibson. |
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Warman's Vintage Guitars Field Guide $24.99 With generations of talented and intense guitarists honored for their talents, it's no wonder the same models of guitars they use are hot tickets in today's collectibles market. Warman's Vintage Guitars Field Guide pulls together history, tips for collectors, lessons in guitar lingo, contact information and 350 photos of the leading guitars of the last 100 years in this unique and enjoyable guide. Collectors will gain greater appreciation of the craftsmanship and style that is synonymous with guitars in this full-color book that includes some of Eric Clapton's personal collection that fetched top dollar at auction. Particulars and current prices for guitars including Gibson, Fender, Stratocaster, Martin, Silverstone and Epiphone are covered in this unique resource. |
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Gibson Historic Potentiometer $12.99 This potentiometer features a 500K audio taper for bright sound and is compatible with most Gibson guitars for wide-ranging use. |
