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
Gibson EST 1964 / 1969 EB-0 Electric Bass
Chesapeake, Virginia, 233**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2000
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!
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1960??s Gibson EB-0 Cherry Vintage Bass
Richardson, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$900
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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
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!
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Vintage Gibson EB-0 Electric Bass Guitar, Mfg. 1970-72
Sacramento, California, 958**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1350
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 - Cherry
Wylie, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1430
Small shipping bump on the body ?? purely cosmetic and adds character without affecting performance. Lowest price online - get it before it's gone!
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Vintage Gibson 1961 EB-O bass
Novato, California, 949**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1650
Original Mahogany body with cherry lacquer finish Original clean rosewood neck frets in great shape, with original black plastic pickup, original knobs, original hard shell case. Plays great, true EB-O original sound and quality. Length of bass... more
Gibson 1965 EB-0 SG 1965 Electric Bass Guitar
Smithville, Tennessee, 371**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2800
The bass guitar is in excellent condition. It has a small belt buckle ... more
1963 Gibson EB-0 Cherry Vintage Short Scale SG Bass With Gigbag
Lincoln, Nebraska, 685**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1600
1970 or 1971 Gibson EB-0 Electric Bass Guitar With Epiphone Case
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 731**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
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
Original 1962 Gibson EB-O Electric Bass Guitar Cherry Wood Finish SN: 55442
East Palatka, Florida, 321**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1950
The cherry finish guitar is in nice original condition includes a soft Fender case. Overall measures 41-1 / 2" long x 13" wide.
SN: 55442
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Very nice piece!
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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
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 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
1959 1960 GIBSON EB-0 Slab Body BASS PICKGUARD USA
Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
Gibson EBO Bass Guitar 1967 solid wood cherry finish made in the US with case
Lebanon, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
Gibson Classic 1966 EBO Bass Guitar
Adrian, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100




















