What Explorer (type) is this

Standby said:
I would like to get an Explorer with:

Rosewood FB

Big frets ( I can live with med jumbo if I have to)

Rear Loaded

Trem ( preferred FR compatible)

Would like a Gibson but not sure if that exists.

Would like to buy new.

What is out there?

Thanks
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Depending on your budget and how close of a Gibson look you want.

The Ghost Horse by Epi is an excellent value for under $1000.
It has the iconic shape and hockey stick headstock. It checks your boxes.

I played one a while back.
The set neck felt great. Played smooth.
The pickups are what you would expect from burstbuckers with the added push/pull split coil function which gives you a some versatility.

But there are other explorer type options that are great. Jackson, Dean, Schecter. All speced out to fit what you are looking for. All of them are players.

Biggest advice I have for you, try them out before you buy.
Research what you want.
Scale length (if you have a preference)
Neck shape and radius.
Features you like.
And finally shop around. Check out sites like Reverb, Musicians Friend. You can find some great deals there if you are patient. No need to spend all your hard earned money at the big box stores if you don’t have to.

In other words. Explore for your Explorer.
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Don't know if Gibson ever made an Explorer with Floyd. One of mine has a Vibrola but those won't dip very far.
Definitely no diving. Better range than a Bigsby but of course that's not saying much.
On the plus side, the Vibrola requires no routing.



Back in the 80s I really wanted a Hamer Scepter, with the faceted body edges, and a Floyd. And those cool inlays.
I don't think they made many; don't see 'em for sale too often. Shoulda bought one when I had the chance.

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Far Rider said:
My Epi 58 Goth Explorer reissue is truly a badass guitar. I'm adding the DMT Lights Out bridge pickup today. I can't say enough good about Epiphone. Can't post an image due to the site having image posting problems.
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Those were cool guitars. Actually a big step up from its counterpart, the Gibson Voodoo Explorer believe it or not lol
 
eSGEe said:
I been Eyeballing this but cant bring myself to PAY that much ......
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But if I was spending $ ---- Id go dean all the way
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Are Deans prone to neck dive?
Saw one at GC the other day, I may just go check it out.
 
Standby said:
Good to hear, the Dean headstock is what made me ask
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You can imagine my concern when I bought my V. But I was really surprised.
I wasnt into Deans until I bought that V. It won me over.
There are a few guys here who love them and you can count me among the ranks.
I think @mcblink or @Headache might have a Dean Explorer. One of them should be popping their heads in here pretty soon.
 
Standby said:
I will, have you played one?
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I have not played a Z

I have an Explorer, also I have a Dean V..

Based on that, I would think the Dean would be a qualified contender, even though I have no hands on experience with the Dean Z. The V doesn't neckdive at all, even with the big ol' headstock, I would assume neither would the Z.

Best bet would be to try to get your hands on one in real life and see how it feels to you.
 
mcblink said:
I have not played a Z

I have an Explorer, also I have a Dean V..

Based on that, I would think the Dean would be a qualified contender, even though I have no hands on experience with the Dean Z. The V doesn't neckdive at all, even with the big ol' headstock, I would assume neither would the Z.

Best bet would be to try to get your hands on one in real life and see how it feels to you.
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You're not going to find any info at Dean's site about this model. This was a special run of 24 pieces commissioned by Funky Munky Music (YouTube demo here). Made in the same factory as Dean's Razorback lines, it's definitely a quality import with set neck design, quality hardware and upscale pickups (DiMarzio's or EMG's are standard). This one, however, was owned by a Dean endorser and had the stock pickups replaced with two of the new USA Signature Model pickups (link), with a Leslie West "Mountain of Tone" in the bridge and a Michael Schenker "Lights Out" in the neck, both are vintage style with braided wires. These are hot pickups, with outputs of 16K-17K and make this guitar especially well suited for hard rock/metal, which only makes sense since not many jazz players are going to be looking for a Floyd Rose guitar. Other features include all mahogany construction, V-profile neck that will appeal to guys who like more of a vintage feel, black headstock binding, black headstock binding, black body binding, black chrome hardware, and Ping licensed Floyd Rose double-locking tremolo. The finish "Screaming Yellow" is very reminiscent of "Stryper Yellow" and with some black tape you could easily make a cool tribute model. Funky Munky sold these at $999 for the guitar or
 
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