1978 Gibson Explorer
The 1978 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 1978
Explorer well-established. Various finish options.
Collector's Notes
Reissue Explorers are excellent players. Verify original pickups and hardware.