Body and neck
Maple body, three-piece maple laminate neck. Maple or Ebony fretboard. The RD Standard is typically heavier than the Artist; although both basses are externally identically sized, the RD has a larger body cavity in which it's electronics are housed.
|
Body Length 19 9/16" Width 14 5/8" Depth 1 5/8" |
Neck Width at nut 1 5/8" Scale 34 3/8" Frets 20 Headstock pitch 14ยบ |
Total Length 48" Weight 5.4kg |
Electrics
The RD Standard circuitry was vastly simpler than the RD Artist, just a pair of series III/IV humbuckers and a wiring loom quite similar to that of the Gibson Thunderbird: i.e. a volume control for each pickup, and a master tone. There is some confusion as to whether these pickups should correctly be labelled series III or series IV. Gibson used both numbers throughout 1978: they used the term series III more often, though series IV makes more sense when compared to the other new pickups in the range (series V, VI and VII).
The potentiometers listed in the diagram above are all 100kΩ audio taper, Gibson part 70035, with a .047µF capacitor controlling tone. These were typically CTS made (manufacturer code 137). The 1981 parts list, however retrospectively suggests 300kΩ volume controls, Gibson part 70028, and a .02µF capacitor.
RD Standard hardware
Gibson RD Standard parts list (1981) - All the components listed with part numbers
A closer look at a 1978 RD Standard and its components
Machine heads Schaller BM, or Schaller M4
Pickguard Five ply - BWBWB
Truss rod cover Inscribed with 'RD STANDARD BASS' in block capitals
Bridge Gibson three point
Pickups Series V humbuckers
Gibson RD bass guitars for sale
Vintage Gibson RD Standard Bass Natural 1977
Brookfield, Wisconsin, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2499
Vintage Gibson RD Standard Bass Natural 1977
PLEASE CONTACT US WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR FOR AN IN-HAND DESCRIPTION
Made for only a brief moment in the late '70s, this lovely RD Standard bass offers excellent tone & feel with passive electronics. Professionally set up with fresh strings & low action so it's ready to play straight out of the case
Cosmetic Condition: Various nicks, chips, dents & dings; scratches & some finish wear
Neck: Semi-chunky maple neck with... more
1976 RD Standard Gibson Jazz Bass Guitar
Mission Hills, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3000
PICK UP ONLY Mission Hills, CA (LA ... more
Gibson RD Artist Bass w / Bag! -LL
Mesquite, Texas, 751**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3000
Item: Gibson RD Artist Bass w / Bag!
Description: You are purchasing a Gibson RD Artist Bass w / Bag!Neck had a break but has been repaired. See PhotoIT has some wear and tear from normal usage Beautiful flamed wood finish Plays and sounds Please ask any questions before buying if you have any Shipping: $100 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for your ... more
1978 Gibson RD Artist "NATURAL BLONDE" Electric (MOOG) Bass + OHSC
San Jose, California, 951**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$4000
" NATURAL BLONDE" FINISH
GIBSON NORLIN-ERA
Original MOOG ELECTRONICS
Made in USA (Kalamazoo Plant, MI)
Production # 102 (April 17th release)
Adult owned only. Children-free, Pet-free household. Kept inside case when not used
Up for sale is a BEAUTIFUL LATE-70's Gibson Bass Guitar (RD ARTIST)
EXCELLENT overall vintage condition. Standard surface scratches, light dings, marks on front / back body / ... more
1979 Vintage Maple Gibson RD Artist Bass Gtr with a History
Bloomfield, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$4900
From the private collection of artist / songwriter Martin Briley, this Gibson RD Artist bass was used exclusively on tour, in videos and in the studio by Martin Briley with the Ian Hunter / Mick Ronson Band in 1979 and 1980. It also appears on the Ian Hunter albums ?Welcome to the Club?? and ?Short Back ??n?? Sides??, it has been kept safely in storage ever since.
Considering it??s age the instrument is in excellent condition, with a little cosmetic damage ... more
Gibson RD Artist (MOOG) Bass (Simms Custom repaint) + Original Hard Case
London, NW5***, UNITED KINGDOM
£4837