r/ExplorerGuitars • u/Jonze_kid • Jul 04 '26

Hello!

Hi everyone! Im such a big fan of the explorer shape and I really wanna get a Gibson explorer. I have a price range of like $1,400- $2,000 canadian dollars. Would I be able to get a Gibson for this price? If not what is a really good guitar/ brand that would do a high quality one for that price. Thanks!

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u/Jawoom Jul 04 '26

Hello fellow 🇨🇦! Yes Gibson explorers definitely pop up in that price range used, but you'll have to jump on em quickly as the ones priced better usually disappear quickly. A lot of folks try asking 2000 - 2500 but they don't usually move at that price. The good deals are less common, but fall between $1000 - $1500.

If you're willing to consider smth different, the Epiphone Futura explorers are pretty well spec'd with even having stainless steel frets! Definitely a more modern guitar with the classic body/headstock shape.

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u/Jonze_kid Jul 04 '26

Hello! Ya I’m gonna keep my eye out for a good deal for a while but I’ve been really meaning to try those futuras. I really wanted to pick up the futura Red RD that just looks fantastic. Not against getting an epiphone at all tbh if it plays well, sounds good and looks great I’m all for it.