Detail 01
Individual volume controls for each pickup plus master tone
Lets you set separate levels for the neck and bridge pickups, then shape both with one tone control.
Product detailSKU #1500000358864
Gibson Custom1958 Korina Explorer Black Pickguard Electric Guitar Natural
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built around the 1958 Explorer shape, this Gibson Custom pairs a solid korina body and set-in korina neck with two Custombuckers. The pickup layout gives players a rounded neck voice for chords and solos, while the bridge position brings more bite and presence to lead parts and heavier rhythms. An ABR-1 bridge with brass saddles supports sustained notes, and the gold hardware with black four-ply pickguard completes the period-inspired look. A hardshell case is part of the package.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who want separate neck and bridge humbucker voices for chords, solos, leads, and heavier rhythm parts.
- Stage or studio setups where a fixed bridge, individual pickup volumes, and master tone control suit the workflow.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Set-in neck and ABR-1 bridge
These construction details are described as supporting sustain and resonance.
Detail 03
22 frets; 24.75-inch scale length
Key layout measurements for players comparing this Explorer with their current instrument.
Detail 04
1.687-inch nylon nut
A specific nut width and material to check against personal playing preferences.
Detail 05
Kluson tuning machines
The guitar uses Kluson tuners as part of its vintage-oriented appointment set.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Right-handed configuration only.
- 02The instrument has a fixed bridge rather than a tremolo bridge.
- 03Its 1958 Explorer body shape is a distinct fit consideration for transport and playing position.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What pickups does it use?
It has Custombucker humbuckers in the neck and bridge positions.
02Does it include a case?
Yes. A hardshell case is listed.
03What controls are fitted?
There are individual volume controls for the two pickups and a master tone control.
04How many strings and frets does it have?
It is a six-string electric guitar with 22 frets.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- HH
4 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Right-Handed
- Number of Frets
- 22
- Number of Strings
- 6 String
- Scale Length
- 24.75"
7 detailsBody & build
- Fingerboard Material
- Rosewood Number of frets: 22 Inlays: Pearloid Dot Nut width/material: 1.687"/Nylon Electronics Configuration: HH Neck: Proprietary Humbucker Bridge: Proprietary Humbucker Control layout: Individual volume, Individual volume, Master tone Hardware Bridge type: Fixed Bridge Tailpiece: Stopbar Tuning machines: Kluson Color: Gold Other Number of strings: 6 String Case: Hardshell Case Orientation: Right-Handed Country of Origin: United States
- Bridge Type
- Fixed Bridge
- Color
- Gold
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Body Material
- Korina
- Body Type
- Solidbody
- Neck Wood
- Korina
4 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Korena Special
- false
- Tier
- platinum
- Source Id
- site51500000358864
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