1975 Gibson Explorer
The 1975 Explorer — reissue-era mahogany Explorer embraced by rock and metal.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$4,200–$6,000
Very Good
$2,400–$4,200
Good
$1,200–$2,400
Fair
$600–$1,200
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Indian Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 24.750" |
| Frets | 22 |
| Pickup Config | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-o-matic bridge with stop tailpiece |
| Tuners | Grover Rotomatic |
| Finish Options | Natural, Sunburst, Black, White |
| Est. Production | 2,000 |
Pickups & Electronics
Two humbucking pickups.
What Changed in 1975
Explorer reintroduced in mahogany. The design finally found its audience in hard rock and metal.
Collector's Notes
Reissue Explorers are excellent players. Verify original pickups and hardware.