Gibson '70s Explorer, Antique Natural

Full Description

Reviving a 70s icon

The Gibson '70s Explorer is more than just a reissue—it’s a full-throttle return of a guitar that defined an era. Originally launched during a time of musical revolution, the Explorer quickly gained a cult following for its radical shape and raw, commanding tone. This updated model retains the same futuristic, angular body design that made it stand out on stages across the globe. With its Antique Natural gloss nitrocellulose lacquer finish and black Speed knobs, it’s instantly recognisable and still turning heads decades later. The '70s Explorer captures the soul of its time and brings it to a new generation, giving you a unique retro playing experience.

Vintage tone with modern power

Under the hood, the '70s Explorer is loaded with a set of 70s Tribute humbuckers, delivering the hot output and tonal richness that classic rock demands. These pickups are designed to recreate the punch and sustain that defined the guitar-driven music of the decade, offering everything from thick rhythm growls to scorching lead tones. What sets them apart is the detail in their voicing—they respond beautifully to picking dynamics and amp settings, giving you expressive control over your sound. The electronics are hand-wired and fitted with Orange Drop capacitors, ensuring a clear, vintage tone with added reliability and precision. This combination of old-school character and modern craftsmanship gives the guitar a uniquely balanced tonal palette that can take on anything you throw at it.

Effortless playability

The mahogany neck features Gibson’s classic Slim Taper profile, a shape loved for its sleek and comfortable feel. This design allows your hand to move naturally and quickly along the fretboard, making it ideal for fast solos, tight riffs, or extended sessions without fatigue. Paired with a 12-inch radius bound rosewood fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets, the neck is built for control and smooth playability. The Graph Tech nut and precise fretwork ensure a consistent and stable playing experience across the neck. From complex lead work to chunky power chords, the neck offers both speed and comfort in equal measure.

Reliable hardware, ready for the stage

To match its aggressive sound and standout looks, the '70s Explorer is built with reliable, road-ready hardware. It features an aluminium Nashville Tune-O-Matic bridge and Stop Bar tailpiece that deliver excellent tuning stability and sustain. Chrome-plated hardware adds to the vintage aesthetic, while the cream switch tip and white 3-ply pickguard provide a touch of classic contrast. With a durable hard shell case, you can keep this beauty safe.

Specifications

• Product Name: Gibson '70s Explorer, Antique Natural
• Product Code: DSXS00ANCH1

Body

• Body Style: Explorer
• Body Shape: Designer
• Body Material: Mahogany
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck Profile: Slim Taper
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8 mm / 12 in
• Scale Length: 628.65 mm / 24.75 in
• Fret Count: 22
• Frets: Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Acrylic Dots
• Nut Material: Graph Tech
• Nut Width: 43.05 mm / 1.694 in
• End of Board Width: 57.4 mm / 2.259 in

Hardware & Electronics

• Finish: Chrome
• Bridge: Aluminum Nashville Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Aluminum Stop Bar
• Pickguard: White 3-ply
• Control Knobs: Black Speed Knobs
• Switch Tip: Cream
• Neck Pickup: 70s Tribute Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: 70s Tribute Humbucker
• Controls: 2 Volumes, 1 Tone & Toggle Switch (hand-wired with Orange Drop Capacitors)
• Strings Gauge: .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
• Case: Hard Shell Case