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Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural vs Gibson Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #1, Natural

Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural
Electric$40,000
No ratings yet
75Overall / 100
Gibson Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #1, Natural
Electric$30,000
No ratings yet
75Overall / 100

The verdict

The Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural and Gibson Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #1, 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 Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural wins on

No standout advantage.

Gibson Leo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #1, Natural wins on
  • Lower price ($30,000 vs $40,000)

Scorecard

Estimated scores
MetricLeo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, NaturalLeo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #1, Natural
Overall7575
Build8787
Playability7575
Sound6868
Value6565

Full specifications

Specification comparison
SpecLeo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, NaturalLeo Scala Ultra Addiction Explorer #1, Natural
BrandGibsonGibson
TypeElectricElectric
Years——
CountryUSUS
Body woodKorinaKorina
Neck woodKorinaKorina
FretboardIndian RosewoodIndian Rosewood
Strings66
Frets2222
Scale24.75"24.75"
PickupsLeo 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$40,000$30,000
AccessoriesCustom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don PepeCustom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don Pepe
Body FinishMaster Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquerMaster Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquer
Body shapeExplorerExplorer
BridgeABR-1 Tune-O-MaticABR-1 Tune-O-Matic
Bridge pickupLeo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k)Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k)
CaseCustom G&G Wine SuedeCustom G&G Wine Suede
Control CoversCustom Metal—
Control KnobsMetal SkullAged Gold Top Hats
Controls2 volume, 1 tone2 volume, 1 tone
FinishAged GoldAged Gold
Fretboard inlayCellulose DotCellulose Dot
Fretboard radius304.8mm / 12.0in304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count2222
Headstock InlayRaised metal Gibson LogoRaised metal Gibson Logo
Jack Plate CoverCustom Metal—
JointHide glue fitHide glue fit
ModelCS-ART-114_Maestro_NCS-ART-114_Ultra1_Na
Neck pickupLeo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k)Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k)
NutNylonNylon
Nut width42.8mm / 1.69in42.8mm / 1.69in
Output Jack1/4"1/4"
PickguardCustom MetalWhite
Pickup CoversDouble Black—
Pickup Selector3-way toggle3-way toggle
Profile'58 Vintage'58 Vintage
Scale length628.65mm / 24.75in628.65mm / 24.75in
SwitchwasherCustom Metal, Hell / Back—
TailpieceMaestro VibrolaStop Bar
TunersKluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid TipsKluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid Tips

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