Despite the popularity of the Les Paul guitar, the Les Paul Bass did not appear until 1969; 17 years after the first six string. For 10 years three short scale low-impedance models were produced, aimed primarily at the professional musician for recording purposes.
Les Paul Bass (1969-1971)
The first Les Paul Bass was a lo-impedance only instrument that required an adapter to play through standard amplifiers.
Les Paul Triumph (1971-1979)
In 1971 the Les Paul Bass was replaced with the triumph. The new model was much lighter with a slightly smaller body, but the same lo-impedance pickups and electronics.
Les Paul Signature (1973-1979)
The hollow body low-impedance model.
Other Models (1992-date)
Since 1992 a number of Les Paul models have been available including the Les Paul Standard, Deluxe, Special, Smartwood, LPB1, LPB2 and LPB3.
Gibson Les Paul bass guitars for sale
Flyguitars.com is funded by its visitors. When you buy through links on our site we may earn an affiliate commission. For more info see terms and conditions.
V intage 1973 Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass, COLLECTOR ALERT Gorgeous with TAGS
Agoura Hills, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$7750
VERY RARE and hard to find in this condition. NO mods, added switches or issues
If you collect clean and original vintage gear, this Vintage Gibson Bass may appeal to You
If you are going to pay today's higher valuations, you may as well get a great one
Produced in a collaboration with LES PAUL, the prominent features of this model are the
Low Impedance pickup and circuitry and the fact that this is a LONG 34 5" scale bass
It is also interesting that they chose a GOLD TOP ... more
If you collect clean and original vintage gear, this Vintage Gibson Bass may appeal to You
If you are going to pay today's higher valuations, you may as well get a great one
Produced in a collaboration with LES PAUL, the prominent features of this model are the
Low Impedance pickup and circuitry and the fact that this is a LONG 34 5" scale bass
It is also interesting that they chose a GOLD TOP ... more
ORIGINAL VINTAGE 1970s Gibson Les Paul Triumph Recording Bass Walnut Orig. Case
West Islip, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2910
UP FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION ORIGINAL VINTAGE 1970s Gibson Les Paul Triumph Recording Bass Walnut Original Gibson Hard case .
HAS AMAZING TONE AND SOUND WITH A REAL NICE SMOOTH FEEL AND ACTION ALL TUNERS, ELECTRONICS, GIBSON PICK UPS, SWITCHES, VOL , TONE. WORK REAL WELL ALSO AS SHOWN HAS A TINY HAIRLINE ON GUARD BY INPUT JACK CONSIDERING THIS GEM IS APPROX. 50 YEARS OLD AS SHOWN IN REAL NICE ORIGINAL CONDITION BUT TO BE EXPECTED TO HAVE SOME SCUFFS, SCRATCHES AND NORMAL USAGE WEAR .PLEASE ... more
HAS AMAZING TONE AND SOUND WITH A REAL NICE SMOOTH FEEL AND ACTION ALL TUNERS, ELECTRONICS, GIBSON PICK UPS, SWITCHES, VOL , TONE. WORK REAL WELL ALSO AS SHOWN HAS A TINY HAIRLINE ON GUARD BY INPUT JACK CONSIDERING THIS GEM IS APPROX. 50 YEARS OLD AS SHOWN IN REAL NICE ORIGINAL CONDITION BUT TO BE EXPECTED TO HAVE SOME SCUFFS, SCRATCHES AND NORMAL USAGE WEAR .PLEASE ... more
1970 Gibson Triumph Bass - Low Action - Great Player! (334)
Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2900
For your consideration is this 1970 Gibson Triumph Bass in a Natural finish. Overall the guitar is in Very Good condition. The original pickups deliver excellent sound across all playing styles, truly capturing the iconic tones of your favorite players. Playability is excellent with low action & no fret wear. Non-original buttons. Control plate has small chip. Low Action Great Player!
Comes with the original case as shown. (334)
Weight: 10lb 14oz | Nut: W 1 50 H .81 | 12th: W 1 98 H 0 ... more
Comes with the original case as shown. (334)
Weight: 10lb 14oz | Nut: W 1 50 H .81 | 12th: W 1 98 H 0 ... more
Gibson Les Paul LPB-2 Deluxe Plus Bass Bartolini Pickups Heritage Cherry
Sedalia, Missouri, 653**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
Gibson Les Paul LPB-2 Deluxe Plus Bass Bartolini Pickups Heritage Cherry Sunburst 1996 W / HSC
Has wear and scratches from being played. Overall in Good condition Has one chip on treble side of neck at the 5th fret (as seen in photos) 4th / G String Tuner has been remounted slightly tilted. Still functions perfectly. We would fill and remount that tuner in the original hole for free if desired. Just send us a message upon order Comes with Gibson Les Paul Bass Hard Shell Case. Combination ... more
Has wear and scratches from being played. Overall in Good condition Has one chip on treble side of neck at the 5th fret (as seen in photos) 4th / G String Tuner has been remounted slightly tilted. Still functions perfectly. We would fill and remount that tuner in the original hole for free if desired. Just send us a message upon order Comes with Gibson Les Paul Bass Hard Shell Case. Combination ... more
1992 Gibson Les Paul Bass beautiful bass autographed by Les Paul w / photo docs.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5995
This is a very rare chance to acquire a rare Les Paul Bass signed by the man himself, Mr. Les Paul. This is a very clean 1992 Les Paul Bass in a pretty faded Honey??burst finished top w / a natural mahogany finished back, sides & neck. It??s sporting a pair of 2 factory Humbucking pickups w / a 60??s type bridge setup like an EB-2 bass. Its unbound rosewood fingerboard has nice pearloid trapezoid inlays w / a nice feeling neck. Its headstock has a rare pearl inlaid ??Torch?? bringing back ... more
1972 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass Walnut 100% Original w / Case
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3700
Up for sale, a 1972 Gibson Les Paul Triumph bass in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. A first-year example of the bass sibling of the Les Paul Recording, the Triumph is easily one of Gibson??s most versatile, feature-rich basses ever produced, boasting a pair of Gibson??s Low Impedance humbuckers with a wide array of controls.
Tonewoods include a ??sandwich?? mahogany body, three-piece mahogany neck, and bound rosewood... more
Tonewoods include a ??sandwich?? mahogany body, three-piece mahogany neck, and bound rosewood... more
1991 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Plus Bass LPB-2 Transparent Amber w / Bartolini, Case
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1900
Up for sale, a 1991 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe Plus Bass LPB-2 in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with a padded softshell case. This uncommon Les Paul Bass iteration features a pair of stock Bartolini active pickups, an ebony fingerboard, and a gloss Transparent Amber nitro lacquer finish. This is a notably early example, predating the first appearance of the LPB-2 in the Gibson catalog (officially introduced in 1992)
Tonewoods include a mahogany body, slab flame maple... more
Tonewoods include a mahogany body, slab flame maple... more
1974 Gibson LES PAUL SIGNATURE BASS
Milford, Delaware, 199**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$6900
Here is rare Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass Goldtop 1974 in excellent original condition. Arched Maple top, Walnut back and sides. Single 'Super Humbucking' pickup, semi hollow with a 34 inch scale length, 20 fret, maple center block, a master volume and tone and a rotating three setting level switch. Laminated Mahogany neck and a Three point Tunomatic bridge. Two outputs, one high and one low impedance. This is a great playing and highly collectible bass, hard to find in this condition with ... more
1993 Gibson LP-3 Les Paul Standard 5-String Bass | Extremely Rare 5-String | Fla
Salt Lake City, Utah, 841**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3499
For Sale: 1993 Gibson LP-3 Les Paul Standard 5-String Bass | Rare 5-String | Heritage Cherry Sunburst | Flamey Top | Bartolini Preamp | Original Case
Up for sale is an extremely rare 1993 Gibson LP-3 Les Paul Standard 5-String Bass in a gorgeous Heritage Cherry Sunburst finish, complete with its original hard-shell case. This particular bass is a true standout??not only is it one of the rare 5-string versions of the Les Paul Standard bass, but it also features a highly figured, flamey top ... more
Up for sale is an extremely rare 1993 Gibson LP-3 Les Paul Standard 5-String Bass in a gorgeous Heritage Cherry Sunburst finish, complete with its original hard-shell case. This particular bass is a true standout??not only is it one of the rare 5-string versions of the Les Paul Standard bass, but it also features a highly figured, flamey top ... more
Gibson Memphis ES Les Paul Bass, Gold Top, 4 string with Gibson OHSC
Brentwood, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5000
Gibson Memphis ES Les Paul Bass, Gold Top, 4 string w / OHSC
The Gibson ES-Les Paul is a stylish short-scale, semi-hollow bass with classic Les Paul-inspired looks, versatile humbucking pickups, and outstanding playing comfort from rounded ?C?? neck with rolled binding
Note from seller:
Extremely rare, Gibson Memphis ES Les Paul semi hollow Bass guitar, gold top. Soon to be a collectable ! This bass is in absolute mint / Like new condition. If you are looking for a rare, ... more
The Gibson ES-Les Paul is a stylish short-scale, semi-hollow bass with classic Les Paul-inspired looks, versatile humbucking pickups, and outstanding playing comfort from rounded ?C?? neck with rolled binding
Note from seller:
Extremely rare, Gibson Memphis ES Les Paul semi hollow Bass guitar, gold top. Soon to be a collectable ! This bass is in absolute mint / Like new condition. If you are looking for a rare, ... more
1974 GIBSON LES PAUL SIGNATURE BASS - GOLD & FLIGHT CASE
London, SW6***, UNITED KINGDOM
£5250
NEW KINGS ROAD VINTAGE GUITAR EMPORIUM IS DELIGHTED TO OFFER FOR SALE THIS
1974 GIBSON LES PAUL SIGNATURE BASS - GOLD
Here is rare Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass in good original condition. Arched Maple top, Walnut back and sides. Single ?Super Humbucking?? pick up, semi hollow with a 34 inch scale length, 20 fret, maple centre block, a master volume and tone and a rotating three setting level switch. Laminated Mah gany neck and a Three point Tunomatic bridge. Two outputs, one high and one... more
1974 GIBSON LES PAUL SIGNATURE BASS - GOLD
Here is rare Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass in good original condition. Arched Maple top, Walnut back and sides. Single ?Super Humbucking?? pick up, semi hollow with a 34 inch scale length, 20 fret, maple centre block, a master volume and tone and a rotating three setting level switch. Laminated Mah gany neck and a Three point Tunomatic bridge. Two outputs, one high and one... more