The circuitry of the Gibson Victory bass was the work of Gibson R&D team member Tim Shaw. Electrical components on the Gibson Victory Artist are accessible by removing the pickguard. See also the Victory Artist wiring photos.
There were two versions of the Gibson Victory Artist circuit. The first was used perhaps only in early-mid 1981. This is characterised by having the active/passive switch mounted on the scratchplate. The second is far more common and was labelled Revision B or Rev B on the circuit board itself. It has this switch soldered to the board, and three extra capacitors, affecting biasing within the circuit. The end result is a slight reduction in the high end bite when the treble is full on.
The Schematics are shown below. Click to enlarge (enlarged copy is in pdf format, for easy printing). Thanks to Kirkwood Rough for the creation of these schematics.
The first version of the Gibson Victory circuit (that we shall name Rev A)
The second version of the Gibson Victory circuit, Rev B
Gibson Victory bass switch layout, common to both Rev A and Rev B
Gibson Victory bass for sale
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1981 Gibson Victory Bass w / OHSC! -LL
Mesquite, Texas, 751**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
Item: 1981 Gibson Victory Bass w / OHSC!
Description: You are purchasing a 1981 Gibson Victory Bass with it's Original Hard Shell Case It is a Refinished item Plays and sounds good The Original Hard Shell Case has some writing and stickers on the outside (SEE PHOTO)the inner is lined with a red lining Please ask any questions before buying if you have any Shipping: $150 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay ... view on ebay
Gibson Victory Standard Bass 1981 Candy Apple Red
Allentown, Pennsylvania, 181**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1400
I love this bass, but I have too many and need to make room. This is an amazing bass, it sounds and plays excellent. That's real play wear on it, not some relic job. It's the real deal. It's super versatile, being able to handle any genre with ease, and it can easily go from smooth and clean to downright mean. I can't remember the weight on this one, but it was just under 11lbs, I want to say 10lbs, 14oz. I'll weigh it again later and update this. It's a big bass. Comes with original hard case, ... view on ebay
1981 Gibson Victory Bass Red
New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1595
Vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Bass in original red finish
A killer bass with a nice fat tone and superb playability
This baby is a RED BEAST!
Bass plays and sounds fantastic.
Some honest signs of age and wear throughout
Completely original
Comes with nice brown hardshell case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays $125 shipping in the USA, $150 to Hawaii or Alaska, $400 International, $450 to Australia
Pay Pal Accepted
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A killer bass with a nice fat tone and superb playability
This baby is a RED BEAST!
Bass plays and sounds fantastic.
Some honest signs of age and wear throughout
Completely original
Comes with nice brown hardshell case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays $125 shipping in the USA, $150 to Hawaii or Alaska, $400 International, $450 to Australia
Pay Pal Accepted
International Buyers ? Please Note: ... view on ebay
GIBSON VICTORY STANDARD BASS GUITAR - RARE
Saint Petersburg, Florida, 337**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1750
GIBSON VICTORY STANDARD BASS GUITAR - Serial # 81831614 - 1981 - Monday July 2nd - Nashville TN - Production # 614, beautiful guitar, professional players guitar, the case was made by Quest
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Gibson Victory Artist Bass 81'
Blackfoot, Idaho, 832**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3800
This a killer bass and a total P bass killer. Gibson released these to compete with the p bass and they are far, far, better quality. Mahogany body, Mable neck, brass nut, active and passive humbuckers with MOOG electronics! All original with the original case. The original case is pretty beat up with a buckle replaced but still road Worthy. Original paperwork still with it. The guitar is set up to play easy with a low action and great sound. One bridge saddle is missing the riser but works ... view on ebay
VINTAGE 1982 USA GIBSON VICTORY BASS GUITAR TUNER
Monza, 20***, ITALY
€50
Early eighties Gotoh tuners part number 14102.
Gibson used these on the Victory Standard and Victory Artist basses from 1981, and occasionally the Victory Custom later in 1982
Hard to find, very rare and no longer produced
Very good condition, see pictures
Price for one tuner, available 4 tuners
Private auction, non guarantee
European bidders please email me for postage costs
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Gibson used these on the Victory Standard and Victory Artist basses from 1981, and occasionally the Victory Custom later in 1982
Hard to find, very rare and no longer produced
Very good condition, see pictures
Price for one tuner, available 4 tuners
Private auction, non guarantee
European bidders please email me for postage costs
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Gibson Victory Bass gebraucht
Leimen, 69***, GERMANY
€750
Gibson Victory BassSiehe Fotos Gebrauchsspuren an der Kopfplatte und an der Korpusrückseite.... view on ebay
Original Gibson Victory Bass fretless
Mülheim, 45***, GERMANY
€1100
Original Gibson Victory Standard fretless Bass
Biete meinen original Gibson VictoryStandard fretless Bass für 1100 ?? zum Kauf. Ich habe den Bass 1985 inBochum gekauft, er befindet sich in einem Top-Zustand, der body ist silbern, das Griffbrett besteht aus Palisander (?). Der Bass ist gut spielbar und hatden singenden fretless-sound, ich habe ihn früher sehr gerne gespielt. Aberleider ist er mir jetzt zu schwer geworden (ich bewege mich in der Altersklasseder Stones??). Der Bass kommt mit ... view on ebay
Biete meinen original Gibson VictoryStandard fretless Bass für 1100 ?? zum Kauf. Ich habe den Bass 1985 inBochum gekauft, er befindet sich in einem Top-Zustand, der body ist silbern, das Griffbrett besteht aus Palisander (?). Der Bass ist gut spielbar und hatden singenden fretless-sound, ich habe ihn früher sehr gerne gespielt. Aberleider ist er mir jetzt zu schwer geworden (ich bewege mich in der Altersklasseder Stones??). Der Bass kommt mit ... view on ebay
Original Gibson Victory Bass fretless
Mülheim, 45***, GERMANY
€1100
Original Gibson Victory Standard fretless Bass
Biete meinen original Gibson VictoryStandard fretless Bass für 1100 ?? zum Kauf. Ich habe den Bass 1985 inBochum gekauft, er befindet sich in einem Top-Zustand, der body ist silbern, das Griffbrett besteht aus Palisander (?). Der Bass ist gut spielbar und hatden singenden fretless-sound, ich habe ihn früher sehr gerne gespielt. Aberleider ist er mir jetzt zu schwer geworden (ich bewege mich in der Altersklasseder Stones??). Der Bass kommt mit ... view on ebay
Biete meinen original Gibson VictoryStandard fretless Bass für 1100 ?? zum Kauf. Ich habe den Bass 1985 inBochum gekauft, er befindet sich in einem Top-Zustand, der body ist silbern, das Griffbrett besteht aus Palisander (?). Der Bass ist gut spielbar und hatden singenden fretless-sound, ich habe ihn früher sehr gerne gespielt. Aberleider ist er mir jetzt zu schwer geworden (ich bewege mich in der Altersklasseder Stones??). Der Bass kommt mit ... view on ebay
Gibson Victory Bass basse électrique vintage rouge 4 cordes droitier
Marseille, 13***, FRANCE
€1720
Gibson Victory Bass basse électrique vintage rouge 4 cordes droitier
Case non original .... view on ebay
Case non original .... view on ebay
1981 Gibson Victory bass guitar
Brighton, UNITED KINGDOM
£2250
Very rare 1981 Gibson Victory bass in gorgeous candy apple red made in Nashville, TN. Had a recent service in May 24. Comes with leather strap and a generic case to carry it in. Plays excellently, just some obvious cosmetic damage to paint as it was made over 40 years ago - gives that worn look musicians desire. Please inspect all photos and message for any questions. There are some really nice YouTube videos of this bass model and I recommend you watch them
You can collect in person or it ... view on ebay
You can collect in person or it ... view on ebay
Gibson Victory Bass
Kitimat, British Columbia, V8C***, CANADA
C $4879
Cool vintage victory artist bass with hardcase. Finish has cracking in it as photoed, looks really good and has some mojo!
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