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
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Mike Watt??s 1969 Gibson Les Paul Bass
Cross Junction, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$6000
1969 Gibson Les Paul Bass: ESP Strat preamp with bypass mini-switch added. Badass bridge, headstock repaired. Mike Watt moved the output jack from the side to the front and added a big ol' washer to reinforce it you can see it in the picture. He also removed the side jack.
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(bought from dirk vandenberg of guitar surfari. mike watts bass tech in San Pedro... more
1970 Gibson Les Paul Bass Low Impedance Pickups. VINTAGE!
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, 190**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2499
This VINTAGE, 1st generation Gibson bass is over 55 years old! The bridge is an old Leo Quan Badass Bridge. It has a changed XLR input done many years ago. The pots are master volume and master tone. This bass is quiet and heavy. It produces a thick and thumpy sound. NON original hardshell case is a dreadnaught size case. The pots are stamped 1970.... more
1970s Vintage Gibson Les Paul Recording / Triumph Bass Knob Clean
Kingston, Michigan, 487**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5000
The product is a vintage Gibson Les Paul Recording / Triumph Bass Knob from the 1970s. This knob would have been used on the bass guitar of a Gibson Les Paul Recording / Triumph model from that era. Made by Gibson, known for their high-quality instruments, this knob is likely to be a rare and sought after collectible for vintage guitar enthusiasts.... 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
1969 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass OHSC Mahogany On-Board Preamp, Stage Ready!
Andover, Massachusetts, 018**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3500
1969 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass ?? Mahogany ?? Pro Modded for Live Use ?? Original Bridge + Case
Here??s a real rarity??not just a collector's piece but a working relic: an early-production 1969 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass, built during the first very limited run at Kalamazoo. Original mahogany body (the heavier, denser tonewood used only in the earliest examples??later models switched to walnut). Serial number 988003 and no ??Made in USA?? stamp indicate 1969 manufacture date. This ... more
Here??s a real rarity??not just a collector's piece but a working relic: an early-production 1969 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass, built during the first very limited run at Kalamazoo. Original mahogany body (the heavier, denser tonewood used only in the earliest examples??later models switched to walnut). Serial number 988003 and no ??Made in USA?? stamp indicate 1969 manufacture date. This ... more
1971 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass Natural
Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2890
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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1971 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass in its original Natural Mahogany finish. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the exception of the strap buttons and the switch tip. The original hardshell case is included and has a replaced handle. There are lots of nicks + dings, belt buckle wear, a cracked corner of the pickguard and other cosmetic wear. There are a couple of very short ... 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