Head to head
Gibson Leo Scala Heavy Addiction Explorer #2, Natural vs Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural
The verdict
The Gibson Leo Scala Heavy Addiction Explorer #2, Natural and Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural are closely matched overall — 75 to 75 on our estimated score.
Estimated from specs & owner reviews — a starting point, not a substitute for playing both.
Gibson Leo Scala Heavy Addiction Explorer #2, Natural wins on
- Lower price ($25,000 vs $40,000)
Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural wins on
No standout advantage.
Scorecard
| Metric | Leo Scala Heavy Addiction Explorer #2, Natural | Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 75 |
| Build | 87 | 87 |
| Playability | 75 | 75 |
| Sound | 68 | 68 |
| Value | 65 | 65 |
Full specifications
| Spec | Leo Scala Heavy Addiction Explorer #2, Natural | Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Gibson | Gibson |
| Type | Electric | Electric |
| Years | — | — |
| Country | US | US |
| Body wood | Korina | Korina |
| Neck wood | Korina | Korina |
| Fretboard | Indian Rosewood | Indian Rosewood |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 | 22 |
| Scale | 24.75" | 24.75" |
| Pickups | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) / Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) / Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) |
| Rating | — | — |
| Price | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| Accessories | Custom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don Pepe | Custom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don Pepe |
| Body Finish | Master Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquer | Master Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquer |
| Body shape | Explorer | Explorer |
| Bridge | ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic | ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic |
| Bridge pickup | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) |
| Case | Custom G&G Wine Suede | Custom G&G Wine Suede |
| Control Knobs | Aged Gold Top Hats | Metal Skull |
| Controls | 2 volume, 1 tone | 2 volume, 1 tone |
| Finish | Aged Gold | Aged Gold |
| Fretboard inlay | Cellulose Dot | Cellulose Dot |
| Fretboard radius | 304.8mm / 12.0in | 304.8mm / 12.0in |
| Fret Count | 22 | 22 |
| Headstock Inlay | Raised metal Gibson Logo | Raised metal Gibson Logo |
| Joint | Hide glue fit | Hide glue fit |
| Model | CS-ART-114_Heavy2_Na | CS-ART-114_Maestro_N |
| Neck pickup | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) |
| Nut | Nylon | Nylon |
| Nut width | 42.8mm / 1.69in | 42.8mm / 1.69in |
| Output Jack | 1/4" | 1/4" |
| Pickguard | Black | Custom Metal |
| Pickup Selector | 3-way toggle | 3-way toggle |
| Plastic Parts | Black | — |
| Profile | '58 Vintage | '58 Vintage |
| Scale length | 628.65mm / 24.75in | 628.65mm / 24.75in |
| Tailpiece | Stop Bar | Maestro Vibrola |
| Tuners | Kluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid Tips | Kluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid Tips |
| Control Covers | — | Custom Metal |
| Jack Plate Cover | — | Custom Metal |
| Pickup Covers | — | Double Black |
| Switchwasher | — | Custom Metal, Hell / Back |
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