Epiphone 1958 Korina Explorer

Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1958 Korina Explorer

The 1958 Gibson Explorer is the stuff of guitar legend — a radical, futuristic design so far ahead of its time that the originals are now worth a small fortune and almost never come up for sale. Epiphone, in collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop, has faithfully recreated it with the same tonewoods and specs as the original, bringing one of the most iconic shapes in rock history within reach.

Key Features

• Body: Solid Korina — the tonewood of the original 1958 Explorers, prized for its bright, resonant character
• Neck: Korina with long neck tenon and authentic 1958 Explorer neck profile
• Fretboard: Indian laurel
• Hardware: Gold throughout, true to the vintage original
• Pickups: Gibson USA Burstbucker™ 2 (neck) and Burstbucker™ 3 (bridge)
• Electronics: Individual volume controls, master tone control, CTS® pots, Mallory™ capacitor, Switchcraft® 3-way selector switch, and Switchcraft® 1/4″ output jack
• Headstock: Epiphone x Gibson Custom Shop logo on reverse
• Includes: Hardshell case

Why Buy from Dietze Music

There’s nothing quite like plugging in a Korina Explorer for the first time, and we’d love for you to have that experience at Dietze Music in Lincoln, NE. Our staff lives and breathes guitars like this one — stop in or call us at (800) 357-1535 and we’ll help you find your perfect match.

Ideal For

An ideal choice for the hard rock or metal player who wants serious vintage credibility and tone, and a true collector’s piece for anyone who understands just how significant — and rare — the original 1958 Explorer really is.