1976 Gibson Explorer

The Edge's most iconic guitar and his primary instrument since U2's earliest recordings. The Explorer's angular body and dual humbucker configuration gives The Edge a slightly darker, thicker foundation than a Stratocaster would — which matters because the delay-heavy approach he built his sound around needs a clear, defined attack to work. The neck pickup on this guitar is responsible for the chimey, warm tone on songs like 'I Will Follow' and 'Where the Streets Have No Name.' He reportedly has over 40 guitars available on any given tour, but this Explorer has been the anchor since the beginning.