Gibson wedge bridge. This 1980s Gibson bridge was first used on the Gibson Victory bass and later the Explorer. This was a sturdy design, sitting flat against the guitar body and held in place with just three screws. It was the first Gibson bass bridge to offer 3-way adjustment of each saddle, allowing perfect intonation, height and side-to-side positioning of each string. Intonation is set by turning the screws at the rear of the bridge unit. As publicity at the time states: 'the mass of the heavily chromed, die cast, bridge/tailpiece adds appreciably to the brilliance and sustain of the Victory bass guitars'.
The bridge itself was designed by Tim Shaw and Charles Burge of the Gibson R&D department in Kalamazoo, who filed the design for patent in 1981. The patent was granted in 1983 (no 4,385,543), though the bridge itself was produced for Gibson by Schaller in (then West) Germany; the underside is marked 'made in Germany'. For more information about this bridge, see the 1981 Gibson Victory bass owners manual.
Some basses fitted with this bridge
List of Gibson bass guitar bridges
Gibson bass bridge for sale
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Gibson EB Bass Guitar Bridge Base Plate 4 String Frame Vintage 1970s
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$95
Chrome finish, arched plate, ( this was a flat plate that has been ??arched??, vintage wear as shown, locking screws are in place, original 1970s USA Gibson part , thanks for looking
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Gibson SB-450 1972 - Bass Bridge - Chrome
Stockton, California, 952**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$225
This bridge was pulled from a 1972 Gibson SB-450 from 1972. Almost impossible to find, this one is complete and fully functional. Overall condition is good with some minor pitting on the chrome. This has the upgraded for 1972 metal saddles (previously these were made of Delrin plastic). As used on the EB-0, reissued EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-4L, Melody Maker, Les Paul Bass, Triumph, SB350 / 450, and Epiphone Newport and Rivoli basses from 1967-1972.... view on ebay
1970's USA Gibson 3-Point BASS Bridge Thunderbird EBO RD Ripper With 2 Saddles
Orland Park, Illinois, 604**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$75
Vintage Chrome 1970's Gibson
3 point bass bridge with some patina as shown and 2 saddles-E and
A With screws
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3 point bass bridge with some patina as shown and 2 saddles-E and
A With screws
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Vintage 1970's Gibson 3-Point BASS Bridge for Ripper RD Artist or Standard
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$230
Original vintage 70's chrome plated Gibson Bass bridge in vintage condition. Original equipment for many Gibson basses of that era. There's scratches, wear and pitting in the chrome plate. There's rust on the screws but everything works. Studs are NOT included
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Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I ... view on ebay
1970's Gibson Grabber G-3 Bass Guitar Bridge Complete ~ 1978
Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
This listing is for a Vintage Gibson Grabber or G-3 Bass Guitar Bridge. This bridge come off a 1978 G3 model bass guitar but will also for a Grabber bass and possibly some other models as well. The bridge shows some cosmetic wear but do damage and is fully functional. The bridge comes as pictured with the original mounting screws. Please check out the pictures and message with questions
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Vintage 70s USA Gibson Grabber nickel finish bass Bridge parts G-3
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 532**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
Used Vintage 70s USA Gibson Grabber nickel finish bass Bridge parts G-3 . No screws, missing one saddle. No mounting hardware, just what you see in the photos. No wire / bank transfers of any sort. Questions about this item? Ask before you bid Also note, we do NOT send out 2nd chance offers after auctions end.
Note: If outside the USA: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or
shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please
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Note: If outside the USA: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or
shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please
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Vintage 1970s 1976 Gibson 3 Point Thunderbird Bass Bridge w / Studs & Saddles
Orange, California, 928**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$135
Very good used shape3 original studs includedall saddle inlcuded and adjust as they shouldnone are frozen or strippedsome agesee all picturescame off an 1976 Thunderbird bass... view on ebay
Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass BRIDGE Pickup 5 348
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$260
This came from the bridge position of a 1976 Gibson S-1. Same pickup as used on G-3 Basses. Reads 5 348 ohms on my meter with full length for (S-1) wire. I can't guarantee that it will read the same on yours, but I do guarantee that it works as it should. It's in good shape, but there's some wear on the cover. Springs and screws included. Two springs are not original
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Gibson Bass Guitar Bridge Stud POST EB-O 1960s Vintage Part
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$75
Steel construction, nickel finish, normal vintage wire, some tool marks, one stud as shown, sold each, original vintage 1960s USA Gibson, thanks for looking!
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Vintage early-mid 1970's Gibson EB-2 or EB-3 Bass BRIDGE Pickup 5 96
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$300
Normal vintage wear. Minor scratches and string wear on cover. Reads 5 96 on my meter. I can't guarantee exact ohm readings but I do guarantee full output. Full length 7 inches of wire. Original screws and springs included
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Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I will NOT declare lower values or ... view on ebay
Gibson SG Short Scale Bass 120th Anniversary Sunburst w Case HIPSHOT Bridge
Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
2014 Gibson SG 120th Anniversary (Right Handed):
Im not a professional guitar inspector but I will do my best to present the instrument.
Excellent short scale bass with a massive low tone. I have played this on numerous gigs and have owned it for a few years so it does have some cosmetic wear
I tried to capture some of the playing scratches close to the neck pickup. Accumulated from playing towards the neck with the thumb nail scratching the wood or using a pick. It also has some ... view on ebay
Im not a professional guitar inspector but I will do my best to present the instrument.
Excellent short scale bass with a massive low tone. I have played this on numerous gigs and have owned it for a few years so it does have some cosmetic wear
I tried to capture some of the playing scratches close to the neck pickup. Accumulated from playing towards the neck with the thumb nail scratching the wood or using a pick. It also has some ... view on ebay
1970s Gibson Bass 3-Point Vintage Bass Bridge for RD Artist Thunderbird Grabber
Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$150
1970s Gibson Bass 3-Point Vintage Bass Bridge for RD Artist Thunderbird Grabber Ripper EB-0 EB-3 Complete w / Saddles & Studs
1976 Gibson 3-point bass bridge removed from a player??s grade Thunderbird bass
Rare 100% complete example including all saddles and studs Appropriate for many Gibson bass models produced between 1971-1981.... view on ebay
VINTAGE 1970s USA GIBSON "GRABBER" G3 BASS GUITAR BRIDGE - ORIGINAL PARTS
Tucson, Arizona, 857**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$500
PLEASE STUDY ALL PHOTOS FOR PROPER UNDERSTANDING OF CONDITION PRIOR TO PURCHASE
ITEM SHOWS SOME OXIDIZATION & RUST
ITEM HAS NOT BEEN CLEANED, THIS IS HOW I FOUND IT, BUYER ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR REPAIR / PROPER CLEANING
ORIGINAL MOUNTING SCREWS INCLUDED!
ITS ALL THERE
PLEASE VIEW ALL PHOTOS PRIOR TO PURCHASE
NO RETURNS
THANK YOU!
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ITEM SHOWS SOME OXIDIZATION & RUST
ITEM HAS NOT BEEN CLEANED, THIS IS HOW I FOUND IT, BUYER ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR REPAIR / PROPER CLEANING
ORIGINAL MOUNTING SCREWS INCLUDED!
ITS ALL THERE
PLEASE VIEW ALL PHOTOS PRIOR TO PURCHASE
NO RETURNS
THANK YOU!
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Vintage 1960's Gibson EB-0 / EB-2 Bass Bridge Mute
Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$150
Vintage Early 1960's Gibson EB-0 / EB-2 Bass Bridge Mute
Very Good Condition
Sold by a small local music shop
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Very Good Condition
Sold by a small local music shop
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Gibson Bass Tailpiece Bridge Frame Chrome 4 String Guitar Parts Project 3 Point
Caldwell, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$100
Gibson Gear Galore / Platinum Collectibles Worldwide
Celebrating close to three decades in the eBay Community!
You are invited to bid on the Genuine Gibson Bass Bridge / Tailpiece Frame pictured above
One used 4-string Bass Tailpiece Frame. Not available from Gibson separate. Color is Chrome. No Saddles, Mounting Studs or Anchors
Been sitting in our parts bin a long time. Excellent for your next Guitar project
Free Gibson Guitar Pick with this ... view on ebay
Vintage 1970's Gibson 3-Point BASS Bridge Ripper, RD Artist, Standard Nickel
Eugene, Oregon, 974**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$119
As pictured. Vintage 1970's Gibson 3-Point BASS Bridge Ripper, RD Artist, Standard Nickel. Very good well preserved condition except needs saddles. Satisfaction guaranteed as described.... view on ebay
Vintage 1970's Gibson 3-Point BASS Bridge for Ripper RD Artist or Standard
Surprise, Arizona, 853**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$149
As seen in photos. Has a slight bend / crack but still usable as is. Could be fixed if wanted.
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Gibson 1970s G-3 Grabber Bass Guitar Bridge Original Vintage Part
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$285
Steel construction, Nickel finish , all saddle adjustments work , One set screw on high E saddle broken off-set screw still turns-Not frozen , bridge has original weathered Patina, includes original mounting screws , thanks for looking!
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1970's USA Gibson 3-Point BASS Guitar Bridge Ripper / RD Artist / Std Vintage
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$395
Nylon saddles, nickel chrome finish normal vintage wear, no cracks includes three mounting studs original 1970s USA Gibson, thanks for looking!
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Gibson Bass Guitar Bridge Saddle Intonation Screw (1) EB-O 1960s Vintage Part
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$59
Steel construction, chrome finish, normal light vintage wear, adjusting end Not broken , one screw as shown, sold each, original vintage 1960s USA Gibson, thanks for looking!
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Luca Comment left 21st January 2022 10:10:22 reply
I have this bridge but I miss all the 4 saddle at the top of it for the intonation. Does anyone have it?
I have this bridge but I miss all the 4 saddle at the top of it for the intonation. Does anyone have it?
herb knee Comment left 4th December 2015 18:06:34 reply
Is it possible to buy a TR1-4 wedge bridge that came on the gibson victory artist bass ?..also interested in buying a set of machine heads (tuners) that are on that same instrument..the machine heads have a tightening screw on the outside edge of each that can tighten each tuner..thank you for any information.
Is it possible to buy a TR1-4 wedge bridge that came on the gibson victory artist bass ?..also interested in buying a set of machine heads (tuners) that are on that same instrument..the machine heads have a tightening screw on the outside edge of each that can tighten each tuner..thank you for any information.