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Epiphone Explorer 80s EMG electric guitar in ebony finish, angled front view
  • Epiphone Explorer 80s EMG electric guitar in ebony finish, angled front view
  • Epiphone Explorer 80s EMG electric guitar in ebony finish, angled view
  • Epiphone Explorer 80s EMG electric guitar in ebony finish, angled view
Epiphone Explorer 80s EMG Electric Guitar - Ebony

Brand: Epiphone

Epiphone Explorer 80s EMG Electric Guitar - Ebony

SKU: 8500882
$2,049.00 (2% off RRP)
RRP $2,099.00
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Description

The Gibson Explorer 80s EMG revives the bold design and aggressive character of the iconic 1984 Explorer, bringing classic hard rock attitude to a modern electric guitar. Renowned for its unmistakable angular silhouette and powerful rock heritage, this legendary model captures the spirit of the 1980s metal scene, delivering a distinctive blend of vintage appeal and uncompromising Gibson identity for players seeking a commanding stage presence and hard-hitting sound.

Features 

  • Mahogany body
  • Mahogany neck with 60s SlimTaper profile
  • Rosewood fretboard with 22 medium jumbo frets and pearloid dot inlays
  • Explorer headstock with mini die cast tuners and Epiphone logo in gold silkscreen
  • Epiphone Locktone Tune-O-Matic bridge and Locktone stop bar tailpiece
  • Active EMG pickups
  • Epiphone premium gig bag included

Specifications 

Body
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Shape: Explorer
Body Finish: Gloss

Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: 60s SlimTaper™
Neck Joint: Glued In, Set Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
Fret Count: 22
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
Fingerboard Inlays: Pearloid Dot
Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 1.69" (43.0 mm)

Electronics
Neck Pickup: EMG 60
Bridge Pickup: EMG 81
Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone
Pickup Selector: Epiphone 3-way Toggle
Output Jack: Epiphone 1/4"

Hardware
Bridge: LockTone Tune-O-Matic
Tailpiece: LockTone Stop Bar
Tuning Machines: Mini Die Cast
Tuner Plating: Nickel
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Control Knobs: Metal Knurled
Control Covers: Black
Jack Plate Cover: Black Plastic
Mounting Rings: Black
Pickup Covers: Black
Pickguard: None
Plastic Parts: Black
Strap Buttons: 2 (Bottom and Upper Bout)
Switch Tip: Ivory
Truss Rod: Dual Action
Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Black Bell
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Shipping & Returns

We ship Australia-wide with reliable couriers, dispatching most orders within two business days. Unopened items can be returned within 7 days for a refund, while opened items may be eligible for store credit.
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