In the CMI and Norlin periods of Gibson ownership, the EB-0 was Gibson's best selling bass; 22,262 instruments over 20 years. 1969/1970 were the peak years; interestingly late '69 saw the change of ownership from CMI to Norlin, but also the change to the slotted headstock, and the introduction of the long scale EB-0L (see a typical 1969 EB-0, and the 1970 slotted headstock model)
The EB-0 variant with the smallest shipping numbers was the natural (alder-bodied) bass shipped in 1972 - have a look at one of these rare EBs here.
In 1972, the solid-body EB range was redesigned again (see a typical 1972 EB-0) with a much chunkier body, maple neck, and a repositioned pickup. However, in the following years sales plummeted. Whether this was related to the re-modelling, changes in bass 'fashion', economic conditions, or the introduction of new models, is pure conjecture, though in probability all of these factors played a part.
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1959 |
1960 |
1961 |
1962 |
1963 |
1964 |
1965 |
1966 |
1967 |
1968 |
1969 |
1970 |
1971 |
1972 |
1973 |
1974 |
1975 |
1976 |
1977 |
1978 |
1979 |
total |
| EB-0 (all colours) |
123 |
342 |
535 |
815 |
681 |
1133 |
2006 |
1660 |
1676 |
1350 |
3018 |
2896 |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
16235 |
| EB-0 (Cherry) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1054 |
503 |
1006 |
236 |
46 |
25 |
22 |
8 |
2 |
2902 |
| EB-0 (Walnut) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
594 |
422 |
396 |
146 |
48 |
28 |
10 |
3 |
2 |
1649 |
| EB-0 (Ebony) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
8 |
|
|
2 |
1 |
|
|
|
|
11 |
| EB-0 (Natural) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
5 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 |
| EB-0 (Ch. left) |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
2 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
15 |
| EB-0 (Wal. left) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
25 |
1 |
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
27 |
| EB-0 Total |
123 |
342 |
535 |
815 |
681 |
1133 |
2006 |
1660 |
1676 |
1350 |
3018 |
2896 |
1681 |
930 |
1408 |
384 |
95 |
55 |
36 |
14 |
6 |
20844 |
| EB-0L (all colours) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
335 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
335 |
| EB-0L (Cherry) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
194 |
96 |
183 |
33 |
11 |
2 |
2 |
|
|
521 |
| EB-0L (Walnut) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
169 |
53 |
68 |
3 |
1 |
|
3 |
|
|
297 |
| EB-0L Total |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
335 |
363 |
149 |
251 |
36 |
12 |
2 |
5 |
|
|
1153 |
| EB-0F |
|
|
|
35 |
74 |
64 |
92 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
265 |
See also the EB-3 shipping totals.
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Carlisle, Pennsylvania, 170**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2999
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Here's a 1965 Gibson EB-0, one owner, bass guitar. Immaculate condition with little if any wear. 100% original except strings. Very very little lacquer checking and one very minor touched up edge where your arm would rest. No neck or body to neck issues. No fade to the cherry red finish. Barely any appreciable fret wear. You'd be hard pressed to ...
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 152**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1799
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Since 2002, Empire Music has aimed to deliver the finest in-store shopping experience. Now you can receive the same amazing in-store experience through our eBay store. We promise to deliver the highest quality products and services to all of our customers This Gibson EB-0 Short Scale Bass is in GOOD overall condition. Cosmetically, it has blemishes and wear throughout but still in good overall condition. See below for a detailed description. It has been thoroughly ...
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Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$59
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There's nothing worse than not having a cover for that big Gibson bass humbucker. It's one butt-ugly pickup without it! This is correct for late 1965 thru 1970 EB-O, EB-2 and EB-3 models as well as 1969 & 1970 EB-1 basses. It will also fit Epiphone Rivoli basses. This version has the small-head mounting screws (4 are included but just not shown). Gibson changed the height and the position of this cover in 1970 and enlarged the mounting screw holes. It's in great shape ...
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Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3000
Up for sale, a 1961 Gibson EB-0 in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. Introduced in 1959 in response to declining sales of the EB-1, the EB-0 originally came with a Les Paul Junior style body, quickly superseded by the SG style body (like the first-year example seen here) in 1961
Featuring solid Honduran mahogany construction and a Brazilian rosewood fretboard, this EB-0 is lightweight at 6lbs 12oz. The famous ??Mudbucker?? pickup delivers pure, fat low-end thump and ...
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Rochester, New York, 146**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5999
Here we have a very historic bass guitar from Gibson, an EB-0 from 1960.
This is a double cut solid body guitar, featuring banjo-style tuners and a one pickup design. Condition-wise this piece is in great playing and sounding condition, and bears typical signs of wear and tear. Small dings, checking, and scratches can be seen on the surface, as well as more checking and wear up the neck (as seen). This will include a non original case....
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Albany, Georgia, 317**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2500
has been tested and checked over. plays great and looks very vintage. has a decent amount of belt buckle wear and dings. please see pics for condition...
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Cave City, Kentucky, 421**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
Stunning nice 1965 Gibson EBO Bass, Guitar has been pro setup, and plays very nicely. Has a warm growl and soulful low end. Use the volume and it cleans up nice at lower volumes. Comes with a vintage hardshell as shown. Has a few ??bumps and bruises?? as shown which is expected of a guitar with its age but none affect the playability. Overall nice piece for players or sessionists.
Packed securely, insured, and tracking provided.
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Adrian, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
This is a rare and collectible 1966 Gibson Classic EBO bass guitar in a stunning red color. With its 4-string configuration, this electric bass guitar is perfect for any musician who wants to make a statement. The Gibson brand is known for its quality and excellence, and this Classic series bass guitar is no exception. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this bass guitar is sure to impress. It's perfect for playing a wide range of musical styles and is ideal for both live ...
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Missoula, Montana, 598**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2796
Bass has some finish cracks all over the body. See pic 4, I??ve tried to capture it. Very common for its age. No major blemishes, but not mint condition. Mute still works great, all original pickups still sound like they did in the 60s.
I have the original case, but it wasn??t easily accessible at the time of posting. I may have updated or would be happy to add pics if a serious buyer wants them. Case is in rugged condition.
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Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3500
Up for sale, a 1962 Gibson EB-0 in 100% original condition and in perfect working order. Introduced in 1959 in response to declining sales of the EB-1, the EB-0 originally came with a Les Paul Junior style body, quickly superseded by the SG style body (like the example seen here) in 1961. Lightweight at 7lbs 2oz with solid mahogany construction, this bass delivers pure, fat low-end thump courtesy of the famous "Mudbucker" pickup. The rich growl of the EB-0 sits perfectly in a mix, deftly below ...
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Jackson, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2795
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We offer a RARE Slotted Headstock Gibson EB-0 Bass Guitar "Short Scale" S / N: 928316 which I believe makes this a 1969These had what they called "Mudbucker" pickups which sound much fuller and deeper than your standard pickups. They sound really cool!I understand that these short scale basses are easier for guitar player to pick and play. I have to agree It all works as it should This Bass has seen to use but is just honest playing and not abused. Check out the pics and ...
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Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3900
Up for sale, a 1963 Gibson EB-0 in perfect working order, 100% original save for a refret and carved bone nut, and complete with a hardshell case. Introduced in 1959 in response to declining sales of the EB-1, the EB-0 originally came with a Les Paul Junior style body, quickly superseded by the SG style body (like the example seen here) in 1961. Lightweight at 7lbs 7oz with solid mahogany construction, this bass delivers pure, fat low-end thump courtesy of the famous "Mudbucker" pickup. The rich...
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Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$175
Vintage Early 1960's Gibson EB-0 / EB-2 Bass Bridge Mute
Very Good Condition Sold by a mom & pop music store in Brooklyn NY
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Patchogue, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2000
1969 Gibson EB-0 one owner bass with original custom hard sided case. See pic of original owner with the bass in the early ?70s ! Both the bass and case show wear from decades of use. There are scuffs, scratches, dings, and dents as you would expect. There is a split in the headstock that extends for approximately 7 inches, see photo. Electronics appear to be untouched all original. As shown in pic, date code on pot reads 6833, so bass was built in late 1968 or possibly early 1969. Serial number...
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Racine, Wisconsin, 534**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3995
1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!. Slotted headstock with original Gibson tuners!! Perfect for the collector!! This bass is in exceptional condition and so is the original case!! You will not find one in better condition!! Simply amazing!! Has new strings and comes with a beautiful vintage ??Made in Mexico?? leather strap!! Everything 100% original!! Thanks for looking!!
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COLOGNE, GERMANY
€1395
1964 GIBSON EB 0 BASS - made in USA :
* refinished
* plugged hole in control cavity
* no cracks on neck / headstock
* neck needs to be glued back at heel, cos it is lose=check last pic
* fingerboard has wear
* NO other parts included
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COLOGNE, GERMANY
€333
80's DIMARZIO BASS PICKUP for GIBSON EB 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 :
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COLOGNE, GERMANY
£1296
1964 GIBSON EB 0 BASS - made in USA :
* refinished
* plugged hole in control cavity
* no cracks on neck / headstock
* neck needs to be glued back at heel, cos it is lose=check last pic
* fingerboard has wear
* NO other parts included
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS...
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Abergavenny, NP7***, UNITED KINGDOM
£3500
UK SALE ONLY AND I CAN DELIVER, I WILL NOT POST. Bought this fabulous EB-0 while i was working in Cincinnati, Ohio back in 1999. It has very rarely been played basically because i'm useless at playing it !!! It has been in a room in the house that maintains a steady temperature. It is played now and then and it now is strung with flat wounds as i like the way they feel and sound. I also have the Rotosound 66s and the 77s if you'd prefer. I'll not go on about it cos as you can see it really ...
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