Head to head
Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural vs PRS DGT Semi-Hollow
The verdict
The Gibson Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural comes out ahead overall — 75 to 69 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
- Better build (87 vs 67)
- Better playability (75 vs 67)
PRS DGT Semi-Hollow wins on
- Better sound (74 vs 68)
Scorecard
| Metric | Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural | DGT Semi-Hollow |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 75 | 69 |
| Build | 87 | 67 |
| Playability | 75 | 67 |
| Sound | 68 | 74 |
| Value | 65 | 69 |
Full specifications
| Spec | Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural | DGT Semi-Hollow |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Gibson | PRS |
| Type | Electric | Electric |
| Years | — | — |
| Country | US | — |
| Body wood | Korina | Mahogany |
| Neck wood | Korina | Mahogany |
| Fretboard | Indian Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 22 | 22 |
| Scale | 24.75" | 25" |
| Pickups | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) / Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) | DGT / DGT |
| Rating | — | — |
| Price | $40,000 | — |
| Accessories | Custom-made Certificate of Authenticity from Leo Scala and Blue Bell strap made by Don Pepe | — |
| Body Finish | Master Artisan aged nitrocellulose lacquer | — |
| Body shape | Explorer | — |
| Bridge | ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic | PRS Patented Tremolo, Gen II |
| Bridge pickup | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 2 (8.4k) | DGT |
| Case | Custom G&G Wine Suede | Hardshell Case |
| Control Covers | Custom Metal | — |
| Control Knobs | Metal Skull | — |
| Controls | 2 volume, 1 tone | Two Volume Controls w/ Push/Pull Tone Control and 3-Way Toggle Pickup Switch |
| Finish | Aged Gold | High-Gloss Nitro |
| Fretboard inlay | Cellulose Dot | Moons (Birds Optional) |
| Fretboard radius | 304.8mm / 12.0in | 10" |
| Fret Count | 22 | — |
| Headstock Inlay | Raised metal Gibson Logo | — |
| Jack Plate Cover | Custom Metal | — |
| Joint | Hide glue fit | — |
| Model | CS-ART-114_Maestro_N | — |
| Neck pickup | Leo Scala Retrophonic Alnico 3 (7.7k) | DGT |
| Nut | Nylon | PRS |
| Nut width | 42.8mm / 1.69in | 1 21/32" |
| Output Jack | 1/4" | — |
| Pickguard | Custom Metal | — |
| Pickup Covers | Double Black | — |
| Pickup Selector | 3-way toggle | — |
| Profile | '58 Vintage | — |
| Scale length | 628.65mm / 24.75in | 25" |
| Switchwasher | Custom Metal, Hell / Back | — |
| Tailpiece | Maestro Vibrola | — |
| Tuners | Kluson Deluxe with Leo Scala Custom-Color-Infused Celluloid Tips | PRS Phase III Locking Tuners w/ Faux Bone Buttons |
| Construction | — | Set |
| Fret Wire | — | PRS Jumbo Fret Wire |
| Hardware | — | Nickel |
| Headstock Logo | — | Signature, Decal |
| Height Of Fret Crown | — | .055" |
| Neck Depth At The 12 1 2 Fret | — | 61/64" |
| Neck Depth At The 1 2 Fret | — | 27/32" |
| Neck profile | — | DGT |
| Neck Width At The Body | — | 2 7/32" |
| Options | — | 10 Top with Hybrid Hardware |
| Top wood | — | Maple |
| Truss rod | — | PRS Double-Acting |
| Truss Rod Cover | — | "DGT" |
| Tuning | — | Standard (6 String): E, A, D, G, B, E |
| Width Of Fret Crown | — | .110" |
More Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural comparisons
- Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural vs LTD Gl Desert Eagle Black w/ Graphic
- Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural vs ST-70 RW
- Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural vs Joe Bonamassa "Lazarus" 1959 Les Paul Standard, Lazarus
- Leo Scala Maestro Addiction Explorer, Natural vs Les Paul Prophecy, Aged Bengal Tiger Burst