Fly Guitars Interview: Suzi Quatro

Suzi Quatro clearly likes her basses, as is demonstrated by the number she has been photographed with. Guitars by Hagstrom, Fender, Ibanez, Status and of course Gibson. In fact she liked Gibsons enough to try a few.

Suzi talks to the FlyGuitar, taking us on a virtual tour of her Gibson basses

GIBSON EB2 I used this for some of the first album and all of the second.. its a great bass, but unfortunately with the holes in the body it doesn't actually project the sound as well for a rock bank.. more suited to a rockabilly act.. but beautiful bass

GIBSON LES PAUL (sometimes called Les Paul Recording bass or Les Paul Professional bass)... this weighs more than I do... slightly smaller neck... easy to get around, especially in my bass solo which I've done for over 30 years... not the same solo of course.. it has evolved.. this is the bass I came to England with in 1971... soooooo heavy... the guys would complain when they lifted it.. it had to have a transformer because it had low impedance pick ups... I actually had to screw the strap into the body.. as it was so heavy that when I did my normal jumping around stage act..the normal screws simply sheared off... I loved this bass the most after my Fender precision and played it for about 5 years.... my best friend.

GIBSON RIPPER I used this bass for about 3 years.. very very big body... neck was also thick and long.. good woody sound.. but cumbersome... not sleek like some of the other big bodied bases... pretty colour.. tan... finally moved on.

GIBSON GRABBER I think it was just a way to continue the line.. you know.. Ripper, Grabber.. it had none of the tone or feel of the Ripper.. just big and not nice to play.. and the sliding pickup.. some marketing guys mistake.. I mean who needs a sliding pick up.

Unless of course it's some cutie in a bar.. know what I mean

I have gone from my original bass.. given to me by my dad in 1964.. (I was the only girl in the band with a real guitar) a 1957 Fender precision.. sunburst.. gold scratch plate, stripe up the back of the neck.. the real deal... and a Bassman amp... I didn't know it was the most difficult bass to play due to the size of the wide neck.. its also the very best in the studio to this day... when I went to a slighter thinner neck.. I was very fast indeed. I have gone through the above bases.. even the Grabber which was after the Ripper.. with a sliding pickup... and finally settled on a Status ... fiberglass neck which makes it stay nicely in tune on stage.. and is very very durable.

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Gibson Slothead EB-3 1971 - Cherry Fretless Bass w / Original Gibson Case

Huntington, Indiana, 467**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

For sale is a Gibson Slothead EB-3 1971 - Cherry Fretless Bass w / Original Gibson Case in Good Condition!
This bass is an absolute monster and sounds incredible! I don't know for sure (I kinda doubt it) that this would have come from the Gibson factory as fretless. However, whoever did the job has done it professionally and it looks great!
The electronics work perfectly and it has that classic "double bass" tone in the first position!
There is some bow in the neck. The truss doesn't ... more

Used Gibson 1970 EB-3 Slotted Headstock Short Scale SG Bass w / Case

Weymouth, Massachusetts, 021**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2599

Very good example of an EB-3 with a slotted headstock (only made for a few years). Everything is original with no modifications. The body has a crack going all the way through by the control cavity, but it is stable with no movement. We are uncertain if the chipboard case is original -- there is no logo. Everything functions perfectly with no "dirty pot" noise on the switch or potentiometers. 7lbs , 14oz. 30 5" scale length. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns . ... more

Gibson Thunderbird Bass Guitar

Easley, South Carolina, 296**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

Rare! 2018 Gibson Thunderbird Cardinal Red with OHSC, case candy and all original paperwork. This Beautiful Gibson Bass is in like new condition and sounds great. There are no scrapes, scratches, chips or buckle rash or any other issues, it??s pretty much in unplayed condition. I have several Basses and have decided to let this one go. Thanks for looking and best of luck
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ORIGINAL VINTAGE 1970s Gibson Les Paul Triumph Recording Bass Walnut Orig. Case

West Islip, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3860

UP FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION ORIGINAL VINTAGE 1970s Gibson Les Paul Triumph Recording Bass Walnut Original Gibson Hard case .
HAS AMAZING TONE AND SOUND WITH A REAL NICE SMOOTH FEEL AND ACTION ALL TUNERS, ELECTRONICS, GIBSON PICK UPS, SWITCHES, VOL , TONE. WORK REAL WELL ALSO AS SHOWN HAS A TINY HAIRLINE ON GUARD BY INPUT JACK CONSIDERING THIS GEM IS APPROX. 50 YEARS OLD AS SHOWN IN REAL NICE ORIGINAL CONDITION BUT TO BE EXPECTED TO HAVE SOME SCUFFS, SCRATCHES AND NORMAL USAGE WEAR .PLEASE ... more

1972 Gibson eb3 Bass Project, body husk, pickups and bridge parts squash yellow

Callicoon, New York, 127**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

1972 EB3 Bass guitar project. Took it in trade, but realize im not going to ever finish it. The serial number was never painted over. What you get is the body husk, two pickups, and original bridge. It's been painted in a squash yellow. Will still need a finish sanding. No controls, no tuners. No bridge height screws, although the ferrils are seated in the body already. Will need 1 more bridge saddle, and two more adjustable saddle screws. A very cool project. I already have too many projects ... more

Gibson Grabber / G-3 Body

Farmingdale, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$475

We have a Restored ( by myself) 1978 Gibson G-3 body. Body was refinished in Stew Mac Vintage nitro with 7 coats of clear and made to look Vintage not new. Body was originally black, then was stained a horrible brown. I stripped it down a gave her new life. I added blocks of you want to make it a grabber with sliding pickup. ( you will need to add a drop of wood glue on the bottom of them) I shielded cavity with shielding paint. It??s got some bruises but it??s a very nice body. Most of these ... more

Epiphone by Gibson Rock Bass Black (Used)

Sedalia, Missouri, 653**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

Truss Rod is Frozen and won't move. Luckily, it is stuck where the neck is almost perfectly flat Has light wear and scratches from being played Has some chips / dings in the paint on the back of the body (as seen in photos) Missing the original thumbrest Overall in great shape and has almost all the original parts Has been setup and tested. Everything works as it should except for the truss rod as mentioned above SN:70205695More information and pictures available upon request Sold As-Is   Ask ... more

Gibson 1960 EB-0 Bass Guitar Cherry

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.... more

EPIPHONE INSPIRED BY GIBSON 4-STRING BASS BLACK ELECTRIC GUITAR (P24011017)

Boise, Idaho, 837**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$165

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1964 Gibson Thunderbird II Bass the mintest 100% original Polaris White example.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$44995

This is most likely the rarest & most significant Gibson Bass ever produced. These 1st issue Thunderbird??s & Firebird??s were so far ahead of time & very few were ever made comparatively to Fender??s P & J Basses. Most all T??bird??s were available in a Sunburst finish. But some were ordered in their select Custom Colors. This particular example was ordered in Gibson??s most luv??d optional color of Polaris White all over its neck & body. This T??bird is most likely the ... more

Vintage Gibson EB3 Bass Guitar

Upper Sandusky, Ohio, 433**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2477

For your consideration we are offering this early 70??s era Gibson EB3 Bass Guitar . We believe that the guitar is stock without alterations yet the case is obviously handmade and does a good job protecting the instrument. Plays Great / Sounds Great Instruments. Thanks for your viewing time today and good luck to our bidding community.
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1965 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale Bass Guitar w / Original Case READ DESCRIPTION

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.

Thanks. Please ask questions before bidding. ... more

1974 Gibson Ripper Bass

Coudersport, Pennsylvania, 169**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3200

A serious bass for a discriminating collector or player. Very versatile tone options. Solid maple body and neck. Comes with original case. Equipped with flatwound strings for a darker tone but sounds great with roundwound strings. Some minor finish checking as can be expected on a nearly 50 year old instrument. I've played this bass regularly for decades and always get compliments on its great sound and uniqueness. I've made a minor alteration to the strap pin location. The original locations ... more

Vintage Gibson Victory Artist Bass Sunburst 1981

Brookfield, Wisconsin, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1999

Vintage Gibson Victory Artist Bass Sunburst 1981
PLEASE CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR FOR AN IN-HAND DESCRIPTION
Made for only a brief moment in the early to mid '80s, the Victory Artist bass features dual humbuckers with active electronics all wrapped up in a classic sunburst finish. Professionally set up & ready to play straight out of the case
Cosmetic Condition: Really nice shape for being over 40 years old with signs of some typical play wear - various little nicks, ... more

2022 Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird Pelham Blue Electric Bass Guitar #47868

Burbank, California, 915**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1799

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Vintage 1966 Gibson Electric Bass Guitar

Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2312

Vintage 1966 Gibson Electric Bass Guitar. Up for sale used Original Gibson .
I do not know much about vintage guitars , but i took this guitar to the nearest Guitar center store and was told that is a 1966 Gibson Electric Bass( if someone thinks differently , please let me know).
There are some scratches here and there ( please see the pictures)
Comes without a original case. ( still in a nice soft case)
Plays great.
Original big fat Gibson pickup is super warm and sounds ... more

1964 Gibson EB-2 Bass with Hard Shell Vintage Flight Case

Chantilly, Virginia, 201**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6000

1964 Gibson EB-2 Bass with Hard Shell Vintage Flight Case.

The Gibson comes with a stellar silver and gold very early flight case you could ship it overseas in that thing and I wouldn't be afraid. It came from a very high end Collection and is in extremely good condition and will not find one in better shape. Plays and sounds amazing, has the stock bass boost switch that gets super deep tones and a very very cool bass!!!!  It is so clean you can eat off of it!!! Jimmy page... more

1979 / 80 Gibson Grabber G-3 III bass guitar Ex Cond!

Reynolds Station, Kentucky, 423**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1995

Excellent condition! A beauty!


These are quite rare. And you will seldom find one in such fine condition as this. Even some nice flame in the back.
This was most likely stored in a closet or something?? amazing condition for 44-45 years old.
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1969 Kalamazoo KB-1 Electric Bass Guitar by Gibson Original

Florida, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$695

1969 Kalamazoo KB-1 Electric Bass Guitar by Gibson
This 1969 Kalamazoo bass guitar is in good cosmetic condition (please take a look at the posted images) and is in great playing order - aged so gracefully, projects an amazing vintage vibe (good luck making custom shop relic looking like that). Neck is perfectly straight with great looking and feeling Brazilian Rosewood fretboard and fretwork in great condition although few frets in the upper neck area (especially under the D and G strings)... more

1976 Gibson Thunderbird Bicentennia Ebony

Antioch, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4145

Very good condition 1976 Gibson Bicentennial Thunderbird bass. All original outside of the Badass bridge replacement. This bass has seen a good amount of gigging, but is in rock solid shape structurally. Some dents and buckle rash as pictured, and the headstock was clearly leaned against a wall for years. Tuners and electronics work perfectly. Frets have a good amount of life left. Comes with pictured hard shell case. Willing to ship or drive a reasonable distance
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