20- Gibson Explorer (Solo)
Episode 4 of the Tweed Couch Guitar Therapy Session podcast, hosted by Dr. Tietjen, titled "20- Gibson Explorer (Solo)" was published on December 6, 2020 and runs 35 minutes.
December 6, 2020 ·35m · Tweed Couch Guitar Therapy Session
Summary
Largely described in the late 50s and 60s as an utter failure... the Gibson explorer has become an iconic guitar that brings on a personality of its own. As part of the modernistic series, the Gibson explorer, has caught the eye of Eric Clapton, Rick Nielsen, James Hetfield, Lizzie Hale, Dave Grohl, and the Edge. Many have played it. Many have copied it. Many have a redefined it. But there is no denying the impact of a Gibson explorer. But why was it a failure? Why did they re-release it? Was it really ahead of its time? And why were the first ones made of Korina and not mahogany like the rest of their catalog? Well we will discuss this, and more, on this session of the tweed couch.
Episode Description
Largely described in the late 50s and 60s as an utter failure... the Gibson explorer has become an iconic guitar that brings on a personality of its own. As part of the modernistic series, the Gibson explorer, has caught the eye of Eric Clapton, Rick Nielsen, James Hetfield, Lizzie Hale, Dave Grohl, and the Edge. Many have played it. Many have copied it. Many have a redefined it. But there is no denying the impact of a Gibson explorer. But why was it a failure? Why did they re-release it? Was it really ahead of its time? And why were the first ones made of Korina and not mahogany like the rest of their catalog? Well we will discuss this, and more, on this session of the tweed couch.
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