Gibson 58 Korina Explorer VOS
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Gibson
58 Korina Explorer VOS
Product Info
Article Number:
525278
Brand:
Gibson
Model:
58 Korina Explorer VOS
Category:
Heavy Guitars
Price:
$9,678.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This '58 Korina Explorer VOS is a serious statement piece. The Korina wood gives it a unique, warm voice, and the Custombuckers deliver that classic, thick rock tone. It’s built for players who appreciate a vintage vibe and a substantial instrument – think classic rock, blues, and heavier styles.
Product Description
- Gibson 58 Korina Explorer VOS
- Electric Guitar
- Custom Shop
- Body: Korina
- Neck: Korina
- Fretboard: Rosewood
- Neck profile: Authentic Chunky "C
- Scale length: 628 mm
- Fretboard radius: 12"
- 22 Authentic Medium Jumbo frets
- Pearloid Dot fretboard inlays
- Pickups: 2 Custombucker Alnico III (unpotted)
- 2 x Volume and 1 tone control
- White pickguard
- ABR-1 bridge with brass saddle and aluminium stopbar tailpiece
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Natural
- Includes case and certificate
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Korina body delivers exceptional resonance and warmth, uncommon for Explorers.
- • Custombucker Alnico III pickups provide thick, vintage-voiced distortion.
- • Authentic '50s Chunky 'C' neck profile offers comfortable, substantial feel.
- • Immaculate VOS finish highlights the Korina's grain with stunning clarity.
CONS
- • The Korina construction makes it notably heavy, potentially fatiguing for some players.
- • The limited pickup palette might not suit players needing extreme versatility.
- • The premium-priced tag puts it out of reach for many guitarists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Korina
Neck Material
Korina
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Custombucker Alnico III (unpotted)
Scale Length
628 mm
Frets
22 Authentic Medium Jumbo
Bridge
ABR-1 with brass saddles and aluminum stopbar tailpiece
Weight
9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Korina generally offers a more resonant, slightly warmer tone with a more focused midrange compared to mahogany's broader frequency response.
Yes, they are standard-spaced, so you can replace them with other popular PAF-style pickups without modification, though the Korina body will color the tone.
While substantial, the 'C' profile isn't overly thick; however, it's definitely not a slim taper, so players accustomed to thinner necks might need some adjustment.
