Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer, Natural

Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer, Natural Overview

Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer - Natural

Overview: The Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer in Natural finish is a masterful recreation of one of the most iconic and rare guitars in history, originally introduced by Gibson in 1958. This limited-edition model is produced in collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop, bringing the legendary Explorer’s distinctive style and powerful tone to guitarists at an accessible price point.

Key Features:

• Body and Neck:

  • Korina Construction: The guitar features a body and neck crafted from Korina (also known as African Limba), a tonewood renowned for its lightweight feel and resonant, balanced tone. This material choice faithfully mirrors the original 1958 models and contributes to the guitar’s legendary status.
  • Neck Profile: The neck is shaped with a 1958 Explorer profile, providing a comfortable and authentic feel, true to the original design. The long neck tenon enhances sustain and stability.
  • Fingerboard: The Indian laurel fretboard adds a smooth playing surface and warm tonal qualities, further enriching the Explorer’s sound.

• Electronics:

  • Pickups: The Explorer is equipped with Gibson’s renowned Burstbucker pickups—Burstbucker 2 in the neck position and Burstbucker 3 in the bridge. These pickups are celebrated for their ability to capture the vintage PAF humbucker sound, delivering a versatile range of tones from warm, articulate cleans to searing overdriven leads.
  • Controls:
    • Individual Volume Controls: Separate volume controls for each pickup allow for precise tonal blending.
    • Master Tone Control: A master tone knob, fitted with a high-quality CTS pot and a Mallory capacitor, provides smooth and responsive tone shaping.
    • Switchcraft Components: A 3-way pickup selector switch and 1/4” output jack, both from Switchcraft, ensure reliable performance and signal integrity.

• Hardware:

  • Gold Hardware: The guitar is adorned with gold hardware, adding a touch of luxury and complementing the Natural Korina finish.
  • Headstock: The back of the headstock proudly displays the Epiphone x Gibson Custom logo, signifying the collaborative effort and premium quality of this limited-edition model.

• Case:

  • Hardshell Case Included: The guitar comes with a high-quality hardshell case, offering excellent protection for the instrument and making it ideal for both storage and transport.