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 Natural finish EB-0L.
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.
| 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 | 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) | 5 | 5 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| EB-0 (Ch. left) | 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.
Gibson EB-0 bass guitars for sale
1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass Rare Slotted Head w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!
Racine, Wisconsin, 534**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3995
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Gibson EB-0 Circa 1964 Electric Bass Guitar
Georgetown, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1600
Sounds and plays so good! Has all the vintage tone and good mojo. Straight neck. Fully functional. Someone has refinished the headstock while leaving the logo. Some cosmetic flaws from its age. This is a classic thumping bass that can take your playing to the next level
Don't miss your chance to own!
Items only come with case or accessories if pictured or listed in the listing
Items only come with accessories / parts pictured and or... more
Gibson EST 1964 / 1969 EB-0 Electric Bass
Chesapeake, Virginia, 233**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1500
EST. 1964 / 1969, FEATURING RARE FIND, SLOTTED HEADSTOCK
COMES WITH ORIGINAL CASE! INSIDE OF CASE COND. IS FINE, HOWEVER THE EXTERNAL SHAPE OF THE CASE IS POOR. LOTS OF TEARS AND ATTEMPTED FIXES
THE GIBSON ITSELF IS IN FAIR SHAPE, SOME DINGS AND WEAR FROM USE. ITEM IS AS PICTURED ABOVE. MESSAGE WITH ANY QUESTIONS!
* FEDEX SHIPPING ONLY *NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE LOWER 48 STATES *
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1963 Gibson EB-0 Cherry Vintage Short Scale SG Bass With Gigbag
Lincoln, Nebraska, 685**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1600
1959 1960 GIBSON EB-0 Slab Body BASS PICKGUARD USA
Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
1963 Gibson EB-0 Cherry Vintage Short Scale SG Bass, 100% Original w / Case
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3600
Featuring solid Honduran mahogany construction and a rosewood fretboard, this EB-0 weighs 7lbs 13oz. The famous ??Mudbucker?? pickup ... more
all original 1964 Gibson EB-0 Bass Cherry
Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2490
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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1964 Gibson EB-0 short-scale bass in its original Cherry finish. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original and 100% complete along with its original soft shell case. It looks great with nicks + dings, very little minor finish checking and other cosmetic wear including one small chip in bottom edge of the body near the control cavity. The bass itself remains structurally sound with no cracks,... more
1964 Gibson EB-0 Vintage Short Scale Bass Cherry, 100% Original w / Case
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3400
Lightweight at 6lbs 11oz, this EB-0 features solid Honduran mahogany construction and a rosewood fretboard. The famous ??Mudbucker?? pickup ... more
1960 Gibson EBO a stunning rare all original example from Gibson's best era !
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$6495
Gibson EB-0 Electric Bass Guitar 1973 Walnut With Original Hard Case
Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1500
1973 Gibson EB-0 Electric Bass Guitar
Walnut
With Original Purple Lined, Gibson Branded Hard Case
Plays / Sounds Great!
Finish: 100% Original
Repairs: None To Note
Serial Number: Cant See Due To Thick Factory Finish (black lights perfectly)
Year: This Guitar Was Dated By The Pot Codes. Both Date 1973 With Original Solder Joints
Weight: 8 Pounds, 7 Ounces
Scale Length: 30 5 "
Nut Width: 1 63" (measured with my caliper)
Neck Specs: .860@1st ... more
Gibson EBO Bass Guitar 1967 solid wood cherry finish made in the US with case
Lebanon, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
1965 Gibson EBO Bass in Custom Color "Ember Red" stunning 1 of a kind & Minty !
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$4495
Vintage 1967 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale 4 String Bass - Cherry - Don Storck Custom
Edmond, Oklahoma, 730**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2500
Gibson EB-O Electric Bass Guitar 1972 Walnut Kalamazoo Short Scale Humbucker
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 089**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... more
Vintage 1970 Gibson EB-0L Bass Natural
Stockton, California, 952**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
Awesome storage unit find Bass has been modified to a fretless, it is also missing the bridge cover as well as the small model plaque. I acquired it as shown. "GIBSON" is missing the S Local guitar shop owner inspected and said it was in good shape for its age Bass shows some scratches as should be expected. IThe case it came with has some cracks, its in rough shape I have added many images, please be sure to look through all and ask any questions you ... more
1965 Gibson EB-0 Bass Cherry
Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1690
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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1965 Gibson EB-0 short-scale bass in its original Cherry finish. It has a good playing neck with good frets. It's all original with the exception of the screws for the hand rest and is 100% complete with the exception of the mute. The original soft shell case is included. This EB-0 looks great with nicks + dings, minor finish checking on the top of the body, very light belt buckle wear in the finish on the back ... more
Gibson Classic 1966 EBO Bass Guitar
Adrian, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
Gibson 1960 EB-0 Bass Guitar Cherry
Rochester, New York, 146**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5999
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
1970 or 1971 Gibson EB-0 Electric Bass Guitar With Epiphone Case
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 731**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
Gibson EB-0, 1965, 1 Owner ?? ALL ORIGINAL - Excellent Condition , Cherry Red
Henderson, Nevada, 890**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3795
Up for sale is a 1965 Gibson EB-0 short-scale bass in its original Cherry Red finish, a classic from Gibson??s golden era
This is a true one-owner instrument, carefully maintained for decades and kept in excellent vintage condition
?? Key Features
100% original ?? no modifications, no replaced parts Original Gibson hard shell case (OHSC) included Original Cherry Red finish with light, natural aging Original electronics... more




















