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
1959 1960 GIBSON EB-0 Slab Body BASS PICKGUARD USA
Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
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
Vintage 1972 Gibson EBO Walnut Bass With OHSC
Santa Monica, California, 904**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1500
For those who want great vintage bass tones from a short scale bass legend, here's this Gibson EB-0 from 1972! From its debut in the '60s the Gibson EB-0 has established itself as a short scale bass with great feel and plenty of thick, punchy tones
The EB-0 features a double-cut slab mahogany body ala SG with a great walnut finish that you can really see the grain. The deep cutaways give plenty of access to the fingerboard. The set mahogany neck ... more
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 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
1969 Gibson EB-0 one owner bass with original custom hard sided case.
Patchogue, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2000
Gibson Classic 1966 EBO Bass Guitar
Adrian, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
Gibson EBO Bass Guitar 1967 solid wood cherry finish made in the US with case
Lebanon, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
Vintage 1967 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale 4 String Bass - Cherry - Don Storck Custom
Edmond, Oklahoma, 730**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2500
Gibson EB-0 BASS with Slotted Headstock 1969 - Cherry
Jackson, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2795
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 ... more
1965 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale Bass Guitar w / Original Case READ DESCRIPTION
Missoula, Montana, 598**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2796
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
1963 Gibson EB-0 Vintage Short Scale SG Bass Cherry w / Mudbucker, Case
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2800
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 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
Gibson Epiphone EB-0 Cherry
Firenze, 50***, ITALY
€270
Il basso Epiphone EB-0 SG, Cherry offre una forma slanciata e elegante dello strumento in scala corta, con toni richhi e potenti che si adattano ad una vasta gamma di stili musicali. Il corpo classico SG รจ stato costruito con legno in mogano solido e tastiera in palissandro, fornendo insieme un tono caldo e corposo.
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1964 Gibson EB 0 BASS - Made in USA
COLOGNE, GERMANY
£1295
* 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... more
1964 GIBSON EB 0 BASS - made in USA
COLOGNE, GERMANY
€1650
* 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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1963 Gibson EB-0 in Cherry - Modified
Brierley Hill, DY5***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1700
This bass is presented in good condition for its age with general play wear and finish fading that you'd expect with a bass of its age. A Dimarzio Humbucker has been added at some point in its like with a master volume, 3 way pickup selector and coil split control added ... more
gibson eb0 bass
Bristol, BS6***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1750
Body Material: Mahogany 1 piece
Neck Material / Scale Length: Mahogany 3 piece / 768 0mm (30inch)
Fingerboard / Fret Marker / Radius: Rosewood / Pearloid dot / 254 0mm (10inch)
Nut Width / Fret Size: 38 5mm / 2 6mm, 19 Fret
Neck Thickness (1F / 7F / 12F): 21 3mm / ... more