mx-250 or gibson explorer
mx-250 or gibson explorer
Hi this is my first post and ive seen so many things about the mx-250 and i want to know if its better than the gibson explorer and if so why? What are the differences (other than brand obviously) between the two
Theres a bunch of mid 80s explorers on eBay right now, granted a fair share of them have Kahlers. This one might be of interest to you: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-1984-Gibson-Explorer-Custom-/321824947322?hash=item4aee42fc7a
Spec-wise, they're essentially the same; mahogany body and necks, 24.75" scale. The ESP (typically) has an ebony fretboard, the Gibson (typically) has rosewood.
The ESP has a wider nut than the Gibson. The Gibson is significantly less expensive, and easier to find. The ESP MX-II (it doesn't go by the name MX-250 anymore) is a special order guitar, and not available outside of Japan. ESP won't even admit that it's an model available to order any longer.
As a special order, it's made in the Custom Shop, meaning it's made by the most talented builders and given the highest level of attention. How ESP differentiates the difference between "E-II level attention" and "Custom Shop level attention", I'm not sure. But finding one at a shop in Japan, it would cost in the $5000 USD range. A Gibson USA Explorer sells for $1600.