Audio samples of a 1972 Gibson EB-3L played through various vintage amplifiers. Click on the buttons to play the soundclips.
Vintage Guitar Soundclip:
1972 Gibson EB-3L
through a
1964 Ampeg B-15N
Recorded with a Shure SM57 microphone, into an M-audio mobile pre USB interface. Amp settings volume 3/10, treble 5/10, bass 5/10. Bass has Labella Deep Talkin' flatwound bass strings.
Varitone position 1
Neck pickup only. Volume 10, tone 10. Played finger style down by the bridge.
Neck pickup. Volume 10, tone 0. Played finger style. You can get some great sounds from this bass by rolling the tone back a bit.
Varitone position 2
Bridge pickup. Volume 10, tone 10. Played fingerstyle.
Varitone position 3
Both pickups. All volumes 10 and tones 10. Played fingerstyle.
Varitone position 4
Front pickup with midrange notch. Volume 10, tone 10. Played finger style. Amazing fat tone. I just love this setting.
Gibson EB-3 bass guitars for sale
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1961 Gibson EB-3 the cleanest original extent w / hang tags 1 of a kind & Minty !
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$11495
This is a beautiful 1st year produced example of the exactly ??Cream Era?? Gibson EB-3 bass, pretty much identical the primary one used extensively by Jack Bruce from 1966 into the mid-70s. These expensive double pickup EB basses were made in fairly small quantities from 1961 into the mid-1960s but most examples that surface now are the later ??60s and early ??70s models, when they were produced in much greater numbers ?? at least partially due to the popularity of Cream ! Those are fine ... more
1969 Gibson EB3 Bass Guitar- 100% Original with Original Case
Glastonbury, Connecticut, 060**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3700
One owner, bought new in 1969 from Quigly Music in Kansas City with original Gibson Case. One small strap rub on back with minor finish scratches on back as seen in photos.... more
1970 Gibson EB-3 Slotted Headstock Vintage Short Scale SG Bass
Chesapeake, Virginia, 233**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$999
Players grade instrument. Has had work done to it, please see the pictures. It's a really fun guitar to thump on, it could stand to have some neck adjustments. I will include a photo of the truss nut, which looks good. Will come in a gig bag
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Gibson EB-3 Cherry Mod 1969 Electric Bass Guitar Original Case Slotted Head Art
El Segundo, California, 902**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3500
Beautiful stunning EB three Gibson guitar Bass original case, one lady owner, left as found 1970s i??ll let the Pictures do the talking or the playing ! Enjoy laurence & sally of StorageWars and baggage battles currently www roundthebend tv
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1972 Gibson EB-3L-W Bass
Indianapolis, Indiana, 462**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1350
In the shop we have a '72 Gibson EB-3L-W bass!
The "L" stands for Long Scale, as this EB-3 has a 34 5" scale length and the ??W?? stands for the Walut finish
The EB-3 line of basses from Gibson was introduced in 1961, while the Long Scaled EB-3L was later introduced in '67 / 68. The earlier models of the EB-3L had a slotted headstock design. This bass has the normal Gibson headstock design. The bass would have originally had a mute and bridge cover, but that is no longer with the bass ... more
The "L" stands for Long Scale, as this EB-3 has a 34 5" scale length and the ??W?? stands for the Walut finish
The EB-3 line of basses from Gibson was introduced in 1961, while the Long Scaled EB-3L was later introduced in '67 / 68. The earlier models of the EB-3L had a slotted headstock design. This bass has the normal Gibson headstock design. The bass would have originally had a mute and bridge cover, but that is no longer with the bass ... more
Gibson 70s EB-3 WALNUT Used Electric Bass
Union, New Hampshire, 038**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1275
The Gibson 70s EB-3 WALNUT Used Electric Bass is a classic right-handed solid wood electric bass guitar with a 4-string configuration. This vintage model, known as the Les Paul, was made in the United States and features a solid brown body color, making it both visually appealing and high-quality in terms of sound and playability. With its durable construction and iconic design, this guitar is a popular choice among bass players looking for a reliable and timeless instrument.... more
1969 Gibson EB-3 Cherry
Antioch, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3199
Very good condition 1969 Gibson EB-3 bass in cherry. No breaks. All original outside of the changed tuners, replaced tone pot (original included), and a recent refret. This example has some honest play wear throughout from touring, but is lucky to come out with no breaks to report. Bridge mute assembly functions. Truss rod works well, neck is straight, and it has been recently restrung. 8 3 pounds. Gibson logo is a bit faded, but this is purely cosmetic of course. This example sounds very boomy,... more
1970 Gibson USA EB-3 slotted headstock Bass Husk
Chesapeake, Virginia, 233**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$599
1970 Gibson EB bass. Was recently a working and playing bass. Has had a repair on the bottom of the body, See pics. It had a pickguard installed on the front of it, I will include that with the sale. Headstock and horns are in clean shape. There is alot to like about this guitar, it'd make a fun project for someone
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GIBSON EB3 BASS GUITAR
Immingham, DN40***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1078
GIBSON EB3 Vintage bass guitar. Not entirely standard condition but very playable, versatile guitar in smart condition. Complete with shaped case and strap. PLEASE examine photographs carefully before bidding. Further information or details with pleasure. Collection only, unless you are prepared to accept as is and at your risk entirely No foreign bids thankyou.... more
Gibson USA EB3 Vintage Bass Guitar Circa 1972, plays & sounds superb
Hull, HU7***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1450
This is a Vintage Gibson EB 3 bass from circa 1972 in a lovely aged cherry red, the bass is all original with a very low easy to play action, it has a great sound with lots of options for multiple different tones with the 4 way switch 2 pickups and 2 volume and 2 tone controls. Everything works perfectly, there is no fret wear mainly because I always use flat wound strings. The colour has worn in one place on the neck, its at the back of the neck so is out of sight, [please see the photo] you ... more
Gibson EB-3 Bass Guitar 1967
Horncastle, LN9***, UNITED KINGDOM
£3010
The Gibson EB-3 is a bass guitar introduced in 1961 and discontinued in 1979. It was produced at Gibson's plant in Kalamazoo, MI It features a slim SG-style body, a short 30 5" scale, and two pick up's (a large humbucking pickup in the neck position and a mini humbucker pickup in the bridge position). The electronics include a four-way rotary pickup selector switch (for Series 1 basses: neck pickup with midrange notch, bridge, bridge and neck with low end rolled off neck pickup, neck pickup with... more
Gibson Eb-3 Bassgitarre
Meisterschwanden, 5***, SWITZERLAND
CHF2250
Gibson EB-3 Bassgitarre mit original Koffer, Jack Bruce spielte so ein Instrument mit Ginger Baker (Drums) und Eric Clapton (Cream)... more
Gibson EB 3 CASE 1971 - passend für NUR GESCHLITZTE SPINDELSTOCK-Version
COLOGNE, GERMANY
£399
1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* strap that holds case open=GONE
* bottom and top are loose =need reglueing
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* check all pics
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS... more
* CASE ONLY !
* strap that holds case open=GONE
* bottom and top are loose =need reglueing
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* check all pics
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS... more
Basso Elettrico Gibson SG Bass Faded (Diavoletto) EB3
Casa Santopoli, 89***, ITALY
€950
Basso Elettrico Gibson SG Bass Faded (Diavoletto) EB3.
Buone condizioni, normali segni di utilizzo sulla finitura faded
Perfettamente funzionante. Corde nuove Roundwound
Custodia morbida Gibson originale
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Buone condizioni, normali segni di utilizzo sulla finitura faded
Perfettamente funzionante. Corde nuove Roundwound
Custodia morbida Gibson originale
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1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA
COLOGNE, GERMANY
€439
1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* interior has stains
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* worn but solid
* check all pics
PLENTY of PARTS for SALE
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* CASE ONLY !
* interior has stains
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* worn but solid
* check all pics
PLENTY of PARTS for SALE
ATTENTION! OVER 1000 more
GUITARS-BASSES-AMPS-PARTS
in our OTHER AUCTIONS !!!
CHECK OUR SHOP OUT -------------->>>>>-------------->>>>>
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1965 Gibson EB-3 Bass Guitar
Farnham, GU10***, UNITED KINGDOM
£3062
Available now is this 1965 Gibson EB3. One of only 339 shipped in that year, and one of even fewer that made it this side of the pond
The EB-3, widely known as the classic Cream bass, was used and made most famous by Jack Bruce from blues-rock pioneers 'Cream' around 1967 onwards. He had a few of them over that time period, but his main and most photographed instrument was a matching '65. The spacing between the control knobs was changed in 1965 to match the guitar line, so only a percentage... more
The EB-3, widely known as the classic Cream bass, was used and made most famous by Jack Bruce from blues-rock pioneers 'Cream' around 1967 onwards. He had a few of them over that time period, but his main and most photographed instrument was a matching '65. The spacing between the control knobs was changed in 1965 to match the guitar line, so only a percentage... more
1961 Gibson EB-3 4-String Electric Bass Guitar in Cherry, with Hard Case (Used)
Birmingham, B1***, UNITED KINGDOM
£5500
- Overall: Good condition.
- Frets: Good condition, no issues.
- Hardware: All original.
- Electronics: All original, no issues.
- Finish: This Bass Guitar is in Good condition with some wear through previous usage. There are some dents on the body as well as a crack near the jack input, which has been repaired.
- Made in USA, 1961.
* Hard Case included.
* Please note all of our USED / EX-DISPLAY Guitars & Basses are checked, tested,... more
- Frets: Good condition, no issues.
- Hardware: All original.
- Electronics: All original, no issues.
- Finish: This Bass Guitar is in Good condition with some wear through previous usage. There are some dents on the body as well as a crack near the jack input, which has been repaired.
- Made in USA, 1961.
* Hard Case included.
* Please note all of our USED / EX-DISPLAY Guitars & Basses are checked, tested,... more
1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - Made in USA
COLOGNE, GERMANY
£385
1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* interior has stains
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* worn but solid
* check all pics
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* CASE ONLY !
* interior has stains
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* worn but solid
* check all pics
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