Gibson switched from bakelite bass pickup covers to metal in 1962; although Gibson EB-0 and Epiphone Newport basses continued to use up the bakelite covers into 1963, presumably until stock was exhausted.
The pickup itself was unchanged. Just four screws hold the cover in place; note the spacing differs from the earlier bakelite-covers, and the later narrow/tall covers. Dimensions 2 1/4" x 3 3/8". They are slightly wedge-shaped, rising from 1/8" (neck side) to 3/16" (bridge side).
Initially covers were nickel-plated (part code PU-601-N), at least as fitted to the EB-0 and Newport, and chrome-plated (part code PU-601-CR) for the EB-3, but by 1965 the majority of basses seem to have had chrome-plated covers. As is always the case with Gibson, there are exceptions. Also fitted to the EB-2 and Rivoli.
The EB bass humbucker didn't have the traditional arrangement of windings around the magnet; rather the coils (covered with black insulating tape) lie vertically around a central former with an Alnico magnet at either end. The four polepieces are situated in the center of the pickup, in a metal (later plastic) bobbin between the two coils. The coil assembly is screwed onto a metal 'frame' from below with two screws visible on the underside.
Upgraded with a new, taller pickup cover (here) gradually across 1967/68.
Some basses fitted with this pickup
List of Gibson bass guitar pickups
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Gibson USA Thunderbird Bass Guitar Pickup 9 75K
Port Charlotte, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$270
This is a Gibson USA Thunderbird Bass Guitar Pickup Reads a strong 9 75K on my meter here in Florida There is some wear on the cover, normal scratches, marks, etc Please look at all the pictures Sold as is All Sales Final No Returns Buyer pays shipping, thanks
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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 ... view on ebay
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 ... view on ebay
1968 Gibson EB-2DC Bass it's beautiful w / 2 pickups w / all the tones you need !
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3750
The Gibson EB-2 Bass was invented in 1958 & made famous by many players. Its beautiful slightly faded original Cherry Red finish is what this is all about. Its 1 piece mahogany neck feel delicious. No volute nor Made in the USA stamp. She's got a perfect orange label too. Its pickgard is intact. Its powerful 2 pickups along w / its original push-button switch make really fabulous tones on steroids. She has a set of witch hat knobs & chrome bridge cover to finish her off nice. Its orange ... view on ebay
1961 Epiphone Newport Vintage Gibson-Made Bass w / DeArmond Coronado Pickup
Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2200
Up for sale, a 1961 Epiphone Newport bass in excellent condition and in perfect working order. This extremely early Newport was produced by Gibson USA in their Kalamazoo, MI factory in the very first year of the model??s run. Thoughtfully modified and offering an expanded tonal range, this bass features a vintage (1967) DeArmond single coil pickup taken from a Fender Coronado bass in the bridge position and a rewired control configuration with a four-position rotary pickup selector
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Vintage 60s 70s Gibson Mini-Humbucker BASS Pickup 6 06 ohms for EB-3 EB-2D #4777
Lafayette, Louisiana, 705**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$195
This is an original vintage 60s-70s Chrome covered Gibson Mini-Humbucker pickup as used on bridge position of EB-3 EB-2D. It shows normal vintage wear. Some scratches and string wear on the chrome cover. worn Pat. number sticker on back. Reads 6 06 on my meter. Original solder to the cover. I cannot guarantee exact ohm readings, but I do guarantee that the pickup works and sounds as it should.... view on ebay
Vintage 1960s 1964 Gibson EB-0 Bass Guitar Pickup W Cover Hot 27 06K
Port Charlotte, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$300
This is a Vintage Original 1960s 1964 Gibson EB-0 Bass Guitar Pickup Comes with the Original Gibson Nickel Cover. and the mounting screws pictured Reads a nice Hot 27 06K on my meter here in Florida There is normal cosmetic wear and tarnishing Looks great and totally vintage Please look at all the pictures Sold as is All Sales Final No Returns Buyer pays shipping, thanks
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1970 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass Low Impedance Pickups Vibey Vintage Original
Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2650
1970 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass ?? Low Impedance Pickups ?? Vibey & Original Mojo
For your consideration is this 1970 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass in Very Good condition, loaded with character and vintage mojo. If you know, you know ?? these Les Paul Recording models are a totally different animal from the standard bass lineup of the era. Designed with low impedance pickups and studio-focused electronics, this bass delivers a wide tonal range that goes from deep, articulate lows to ... view on ebay
For your consideration is this 1970 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass in Very Good condition, loaded with character and vintage mojo. If you know, you know ?? these Les Paul Recording models are a totally different animal from the standard bass lineup of the era. Designed with low impedance pickups and studio-focused electronics, this bass delivers a wide tonal range that goes from deep, articulate lows to ... view on ebay
1960s-70s Gibson EB-3 Bass Guitar Pickup Patent No. Vintage Original USA Part
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$295
Adjustable poles, chrome, cover, Unbroken solder joints, 6 25?? steel braided lead wire, patent number water slide, reads 6 17K on meter, normal light vintage wear nice original Gibson pick up, thanks for looking!
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1960s Gibson EB-0 EB-3 MudBucker Vintage Epiphone Bass Guitar PIckup Parts / As-Is
Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$150
1960s Gibson MudBucker Electric Bass Guitar Pickup
As-Is EB-0, EB-2, EB-3, Epiphone / Kalamazoo Pickup
For your consideration is this vintage 1960s Gibson MudBucker electric bass guitar pickup
This poor example is in non-working condition and does not include a chrome pickup cover It will need to be repaired or rewound. No reading was available when measured with a meter. Please reference all 8 photos of the actual pickup
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Vintage Gibson EB Mudbucker Bass Pickup 31 9kΩ Original Early Model
Omaha, Nebraska, 681**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$499
Vintage Gibson EB ??Mudbucker?? bass pickup
This is the classic early-style Gibson humbucker used in EB-0, EB-2, EB-3, EB-3L, and similar models. Heavy dual-coil construction, big brass plates, and original cloth-braid lead. These are known for their massive low-end output and are highly collectible
Details:
?? Original vintage mudbucker pickup
?? DC resistance reads 31 94kΩ on a Fluke meter (see photos)
?? Cloth braided lead wire
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This is the classic early-style Gibson humbucker used in EB-0, EB-2, EB-3, EB-3L, and similar models. Heavy dual-coil construction, big brass plates, and original cloth-braid lead. These are known for their massive low-end output and are highly collectible
Details:
?? Original vintage mudbucker pickup
?? DC resistance reads 31 94kΩ on a Fluke meter (see photos)
?? Cloth braided lead wire
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Gibson GB440 Bass Head Amp (LOCAL PICKUP) (AM1096588)
Amelia, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$600
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One Vintage 1960's Gibson or Epiphone BASS PICKUP COVER EB-0 EB-3 EB-2 Newport
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$80
This is a mid 60's chrome plated pickup cover as used on Gibson and Epiphone basses with the large "Mudbucker" pickup. Vintage wear and some loss of the chrome plating. Screws included.
Sales tax will be collected 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 declare items as gifts under any ... view on ebay
Sales tax will be collected 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 declare items as gifts under any ... view on ebay
Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass Pickup Original Factory Vintage RARE
Fillmore, California, 930**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$655
1970's Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass pickup. Vintage, very rare, all original, works great and sounds amazing. Currently installed in a Jack Casady Signature Bass and will be removed along with the special mounting / height adjuster ring for this sale. It's also currently for sale as a package with the bass it's installed in--see my other auctions. Ready for installation in a Casady Bass, custom project, or any other Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass. Lower 48 USA bidders welcome.... view on ebay
1970s Gibson SB-300 / 400 Bass Guitar Pickup Vintage 7 02K
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$275
Black script logo cover, normal vintage wear, no cracks in cover, full length, red and black lead wires 10 5??, reads 7 02K on meter Nice Original early 70s Gibson, thanks for looking!
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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.... view on ebay
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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Gibson USA G3 Bass Guitar Pickup Neck 4 String Mike Dirnt G3 Grabber
State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$135
Up for sale is a Gibson USA G3 neck bass guitar pickup. It's in 100% working condition. Most of my items ship within 24 hours of payment. Thanks for looking!
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Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass MIDDLE Pickup 5 45
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$260
This came from the middle position of a 1976 Gibson S-1. Same pickup as used on G-3 Basses. Reads 5 45 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. Original Springs and screws included.
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Gibson USA G3 Bass Guitar Pickup Middle 4 String Mike Dirnt G3 Grabber
State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$135
Up for sale is a Gibson USA G3 middle bass guitar pickup. It's in 100% working condition. Most of my items ship within 24 hours of payment. Thanks for looking!
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