Few guitars capture the rebellious spirit of '70s rock quite like the Explorer, and the Epiphone Explorer '70s brings that unmistakable attitude to a new generation with vintage-inspired T-Type PRO humbuckers, classic gold hardware and the iconic angular design that helped define an era. Its solid mahogany body provides a rich, resonant foundation for the T-Type PRO pickups, which channel the warmth, punch and articulation of '70s-era Gibson humbuckers. A set mahogany neck with a SlimTaper '60s C profile and a 22-fret rosewood fingerboard offers smooth, comfortable playability, while a LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece support dependable performance and long-lasting sustain. Available exclusively at Guitar Center in Classic White and Ebony finishes, the Explorer '70s brings together period-inspired appointments and the unmistakable attitude of a rock icon that's never gone out of style.
Solid Mahogany Body Delivers Classic Explorer Power
The Explorer '70s features a solid mahogany body, providing a resonant foundation with the warmth, pronounced midrange character and sustain associated with classic mahogany-bodied electrics. Its unmistakable angular silhouette preserves the futuristic design that distinguished the original Explorer from conventional solidbody guitars, giving the instrument a commanding visual presence more than six decades after its introduction. The mahogany construction complements the vintage-inspired T-Type PRO humbuckers, lending depth and body to their punchy, articulate response. With its distinctive shape, substantial feel and unmistakable rock heritage, the Explorer '70s remains every bit as compelling today as the instrument that helped define a generation of guitar music.
SlimTaper Mahogany Neck Offers Classic Playing Comfort
A glued-in mahogany neck with Epiphone's SlimTaper '60s C profile gives the Explorer '70s a comfortable, streamlined feel that supports fluid movement across the fingerboard. The familiar 24.75" scale provides a comfortable string feel that makes expressive bends and fluid lead playing feel natural. A rosewood fingerboard with a 12" radius offers a balanced playing surface across 22 frets, equally suited to chord work and precise single-note passages. Traditional pearloid dot inlays reinforce the guitar's understated vintage character, while a white Graph Tech nut provides consistent string support. Together, these appointments balance classic construction with the comfortable playability expected of a modern performance instrument.
T-Type PRO Humbuckers Recreate Vintage '70s Character
A pair of Epiphone T-Type PRO humbuckers gives the Explorer '70s its distinctive voice, drawing inspiration from the legendary Gibson T-Top pickups of the late 1960s and 1970s. Built with Alnico V magnets and polysol wire, these vintage-style pickups deliver a warm yet assertive response with punchy midrange, strong low-end presence and clear string definition. The bridge pickup provides focused attack and articulate bite for driving rhythm tones and sustained leads, while the neck pickup offers a fuller, rounder character for expressive melodies and rich chord voicings. A three-way toggle selector provides familiar pickup combinations, complemented by individual volume controls and a master tone control for intuitive sound shaping. From dynamic cleans to thick, saturated overdrive, the T-Type PRO humbuckers capture the muscular character and musical versatility of classic rock-era pickups.
Exclusive Finishes and Gold Hardware Capture Iconic '70s Style
The Guitar Center Exclusive Classic White and Ebony finishes give the Explorer '70s two striking interpretations of its legendary angular silhouette, complemented by gold-plated hardware and vintage-inspired appointments that evoke the instrument's rock heritage. Gold speed knobs, a single-ply white pickguard and a black Explorer headstock face reinforce the distinctive aesthetic, while six-on-a-plate Epiphone Deluxe tuning machines with metal buttons provide traditional styling and dependable tuning adjustments. A LockTone Tune-O-Matic bridge and stopbar tailpiece offer precise intonation and a secure string anchor, supporting consistent performance and sustain. The mother-of-pearl Epiphone headstock logo adds a refined finishing touch, while an included premium gig bag provides practical protection for transport and storage.
A '70s Rock Legend Lives On
From its groundbreaking silhouette to its unmistakable presence on stages around the world, the Explorer has remained a symbol of bold design and powerful electric guitar expression. The Epiphone Explorer '70s celebrates that legacy with resonant mahogany construction, a comfortable SlimTaper neck and vintage-inspired T-Type PRO humbuckers that deliver the warmth, punch and articulation of a defining era in rock history. Traditional gold hardware and distinctive period-inspired appointments complete an instrument that feels both timeless and ready for contemporary performance. Available exclusively at Guitar Center in Classic White and Ebony, the Explorer '70s brings the enduring sound, style and attitude of a rock legend to players looking to make their own mark.