The EB-0 bass had the simplest of circuitry, two pots, one each to control volume and tone, an input jack, and two capacitors. The value of the tone pot (and capacitors, but see below) did change slightly when the pickup position was moved away from the neck to a more central position in 1972 (see a 1972 EB0); and there may have been instances where unusual value parts were used, either for experimentation, by accident, or to use up stock - if you have an EB0 with non-standard circuitry, please comment.
Potentiometers were typically made by Centralab (code 134) in earlier examples, and CTS (code 137) later on. There was significant cross-over with looms with a pot by each maker also common.
1961-1971 EB0
Gibson EB-0 circuit diagram from the 1960s. Note each pot has a 500kΩ resistance and capacitors of 0.01µF and 0.033µF. This diagram also corresponds with the Gibson parts list of January 1965 which lists the EB-0 as having identical volume and tone pots: part number CBA-811-1053. Pots used were typically produced either by Centralab or CTS.
This schematic is correct for the Gibson Melody Maker, and Kalamazoo KB basses.
The two simplified wiring diagrams below show the precise connections on the looms of early examples.
The above illustration demonstrates the exact circuit connections in the schematic above, from 1961-64 approximately.
Have a closer look at some actual looms using this circuit
This 1964 EB-0 has the same circuitry but a smaller value (250kΩ) tone pot. Click for further details.
This illustration shows effectively the same circuit, with slight changes to the wiring of the .01 µF capacitor; in each case it sits between the volume pot contact and earth. This circuit variation starts around 1965.
Have a closer look at some actual looms using this circuit
By the time of publication of the 1971 Gibson parts list, the suggested potentiometers for the EB-0 are parts 70027 (500kΩ, volume) and 70021 (250kΩ,tone); one would assume that this refers to the slotted headstock models in production at that time (and not the newer, maple-necked, solid headstock basses that would replace them), in practise the majority of these basses actually seem to have a 500kΩ tone pot, often part BA-811-1158. What is pots are in your slotted headstock EB0? Please comment.
Early/mid 1972 transition EB0
This circuit is an intermediate between the 1961-71 and 1972 onwards circuitry. Exactly how common it is is not clear, but it was certainly used for a brief time in early/mid 1972. It has the capacitors of earlier looms, yet has the 250kΩ tone pot, typically seen on post '72 EB0s.
The pots used at this stage (in the few examples of this loom I have studied) have been a mix of CTS and Centralab (seen an exception? Please comment).
Have a closer look at some actual looms using this circuit
Typical 1970s Gibson EB0, 1972 onwards
Gibson EB-0 circuit relevant to EB basses circa 1972 and onwards. The tone capacitor values and tone pot resistance have both been lowered, having a subtle effect on tone: dropping higher and lower frequencies, and boosting mids.
Gibson EB-0 bass guitars for sale
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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
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 EBO Bass Guitar 1967 solid wood cherry finish made in the US with case
Lebanon, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
This Gibson EBO Bass Guitar is a rare gem for any musician. Crafted in the US in 1967, this solid wood guitar features a cherry finish that shines under any lighting. With its 4-string configuration and electric bass type, it's perfect for any right-handed player looking for a high-quality instrument The guitar comes with a case, making it easy to transport and protect while on the go. Its brand, Gibson, is well-known for producing top-of-the-line guitars that are both durable and powerful. This... more
1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass Rare Slotted Head w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!
Racine, Wisconsin, 534**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3995
1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!. Slotted headstock with original Gibson tuners!! Perfect for the collector!! This bass is in exceptional condition and so is the original case!! You will not find one in better condition!! Simply amazing!! Has new strings and comes with a beautiful vintage ??Made in Mexico?? leather strap!! Everything 100% original!! Thanks for looking!!
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Gibson EB-0 BASS with Slotted Headstock 1969 - Cherry
Jackson, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2795
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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
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
Vintage 1970 Gibson EB-0L Bass Natural
Stockton, California, 952**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
Vintage 1970 Gibson EB-0L Bass Natural
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
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
1963 Gibson EB-0 Vintage Short Scale SG Bass Cherry w / Mudbucker, Case
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2800
Up for sale, a 1963 Gibson EB-0 in perfect working order, 100% original save for a refret and carved bone nut, and complete with a hardshell case. Introduced in 1959 in response to declining sales of the EB-1, the EB-0 originally came with a Les Paul Junior style body, quickly superseded by the SG style body (like the example seen here) in 1961. Lightweight at 7lbs 7oz with solid mahogany construction, this bass delivers pure, fat low-end thump courtesy of the famous "Mudbucker" pickup. The rich... more
Vintage 1972 Gibson EBO Walnut Bass With OHSC
Santa Monica, California, 904**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1500
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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
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 Classic 1966 EBO Bass Guitar
Adrian, Michigan, 492**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2100
This is a rare and collectible 1966 Gibson Classic EBO bass guitar in a stunning red color. With its 4-string configuration, this electric bass guitar is perfect for any musician who wants to make a statement. The Gibson brand is known for its quality and excellence, and this Classic series bass guitar is no exception. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this bass guitar is sure to impress. It's perfect for playing a wide range of musical styles and is ideal for both live ... more
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
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.
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1959 1960 GIBSON EB-0 Slab Body BASS PICKGUARD USA
Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
1969 Gibson EB-0 one owner bass with original custom hard sided case.
Patchogue, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2000
1969 Gibson EB-0 one owner bass with original custom hard sided case. See pic of original owner with the bass in the early ?70s ! Both the bass and case show wear from decades of use. There are scuffs, scratches, dings, and dents as you would expect. There is a split in the headstock that extends for approximately 7 inches, see photo. Electronics appear to be untouched all original. As shown in pic, date code on pot reads 6833, so bass was built in late 1968 or possibly early 1969. Serial number... more
Vintage 1967 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale 4 String Bass - Cherry - Don Storck Custom
Edmond, Oklahoma, 730**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2500
Awesome bass. Original electronics and hardware. Still has the string dampener and it works! Great tone. This is a two-owner guitar from Oklahoma City. It was played lovingly by its original owner, Don Storck, from the time that he purchased it new by in 1967 at different gigs over the years. It has earned its wonderful patina from years of playing, and it looks great. It has all the expected finish checking that you would expect to see on a guitar of this vintage. The second pick guard was ... more
Gibson EB-O Electric Bass Guitar 1972 Walnut Kalamazoo Short Scale Humbucker
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 089**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
Not Being A Bass Maven, The Specs On This Is The Closest That I Could Find Online So Don??t Hold Me To Every Single Detail. First Off I??ve Had This Bass For A Long Time & Used It Sparingly. It??s Been Kept In A Case & Is In Great Condition. Plays Good, Sounds Awesome, Electronics Are Quiet, No Frets Buzz & Really Has No Issues. Seems Like It??s All Original So Let??s Get Into The Details
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... more
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... 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
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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 eb0 bass
Bristol, BS6***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1750
Gibson eb-0 short scale bass with slotted head in good used condition. The scratch plate is not original and the strings are 20 years old, it also has a couple of screws missing so it could do with a bit of tlc
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
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
Basso Gibson EB-0 anno 1965
Barberino di Mugello, 50***, ITALY
€3150
Basso Gibson EB 0. 1965.
Basso elettrico Gibson originale 1965, matricola N°
330561
Custodia rigida originale Gibson nuova
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Gibson intarsiato in madreperla sulla paletta corona intarsiata in madreperla centrata sulla paletta, truss rod in plastica a due viti coperchio senza nome del modello, meccaniche rivettate a trifoglio Kluson con viti a fessura, fessure sotto le meccaniche per accogliere le sporgenze dell'accordatore, tastiera da 20 ... more
Basso elettrico Gibson originale 1965, matricola N°
330561
Custodia rigida originale Gibson nuova
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Gibson intarsiato in madreperla sulla paletta corona intarsiata in madreperla centrata sulla paletta, truss rod in plastica a due viti coperchio senza nome del modello, meccaniche rivettate a trifoglio Kluson con viti a fessura, fessure sotto le meccaniche per accogliere le sporgenze dell'accordatore, tastiera da 20 ... more
Gibson EB-0 - EB-3 Bass Slotted Headstock 1971 Immense Sound!
Salford, M6***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1894
So somewhere along the way a previous owner decided they wanted two pickups on their EB-0 and it??s all the better for it!
Not quite sure what the extra pickup is but it sounds monstrous and a really useful contrast with the factory pickup especially with a standard three way switch. The conversion has been done very nicely
Obviously been played but plays very nicely with recent set up, strings and electrics checked
I really like the slotted headstock which is... more
Not quite sure what the extra pickup is but it sounds monstrous and a really useful contrast with the factory pickup especially with a standard three way switch. The conversion has been done very nicely
Obviously been played but plays very nicely with recent set up, strings and electrics checked
I really like the slotted headstock which is... more
1963 Gibson EB-0 in Cherry - Modified
Brierley Hill, DY5***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1700
Mahogany BodyMahogany NeckRosewood Fretboard30 5" Scale Length20 Frets1 5" But WidthGibson 'Mudbucker' Neck PickupDimarzio Humbucker Bridge Pickup AddedOpen-Gear TunersSerial Number: 132584Weight: 7lbs 11 7ozCondition Report:
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
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
1964 Gibson EB 0 BASS - Made in USA
COLOGNE, GERMANY
£1295
1964 GIBSON EB 0 BASS - made in USA :
* 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
* 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
There are 3 comments on this article so far. Add your comment
Lee Murray Comment left 23rd April 2019 19:07:36 reply
What is the purpose of the extra .01 capacitor?
What is the purpose of the extra .01 capacitor?
Andy Comment left 21st May 2019 04:04:00 reply
The 0.01 cap kills high frequencies. I used to own both a EB-4L and an EB-0 (slotted headstock). If I had known this cap was in there, I would have disconnected one end because the cap makes the bass so dull and muddy. Way back when these basses were made, (in my opinion) Gibson and others wanted to simulate the tone of upright basses. Anything that sounded clanky or too treble-y would have been undesirable. I recently purchased a Gibson SG bass (made in 2012) and I checked that there was no 0.01uF cap installed. My ears told me it wasn't there, but I had to look inside just to be sure.
The 0.01 cap kills high frequencies. I used to own both a EB-4L and an EB-0 (slotted headstock). If I had known this cap was in there, I would have disconnected one end because the cap makes the bass so dull and muddy. Way back when these basses were made, (in my opinion) Gibson and others wanted to simulate the tone of upright basses. Anything that sounded clanky or too treble-y would have been undesirable. I recently purchased a Gibson SG bass (made in 2012) and I checked that there was no 0.01uF cap installed. My ears told me it wasn't there, but I had to look inside just to be sure.
Terry Falk Comment left 15th December 2015 22:10:40 reply
I have a 1966 EBO which I have owned since 1969. I never messed with the tone control(always all the up) because it never sounded good. After 40 years I decided to investigate and found that the .033 cap was soldered to the top of the tone pot instead of the wiper. I believe it was always that way because the solder joints appeared to be untouched. I had the bass refinished by Gibson in 2010. It is wonderful and since I have no desire to ever sell it, I don't care if it affects the "vintage" price. Regards, Terry Falk
I have a 1966 EBO which I have owned since 1969. I never messed with the tone control(always all the up) because it never sounded good. After 40 years I decided to investigate and found that the .033 cap was soldered to the top of the tone pot instead of the wiper. I believe it was always that way because the solder joints appeared to be untouched. I had the bass refinished by Gibson in 2010. It is wonderful and since I have no desire to ever sell it, I don't care if it affects the "vintage" price. Regards, Terry Falk