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
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Gibson Electar Spartan Bass 60 Amp, LOCAL PICKUP ONLY
Henderson, Kentucky, 424**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$90
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Curtis Novak EB Bridge pickup for Epiphone, Gibson, etc , bass
Redondo Beach, California, 902**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$130
Curtis has been tinkering with pickups and restoring vintage guitars since 1983. His life-long pursuit and pleasure is to help you find that elusive tone you are searching for, rather than selling off-the-shelf pickups that everyone plays
Working directly with musicians, hearing your frustrations, desires and needs has helped invent new designs, reimagine vintage gems and has evolved the way he thinks about tone
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Working directly with musicians, hearing your frustrations, desires and needs has helped invent new designs, reimagine vintage gems and has evolved the way he thinks about tone
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1970's Gibson EB-3 BASS Pickup Mounting Rings + Screws ORIGINAL Surrounds
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$150
This is an original pair of mounting rings taken from an early 70's Gibson EB-3 Bass. Original mounting screws are included. Normal vintage wear. No cracks
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 declare items as gifts under any circumstance.... more
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 declare items as gifts under any circumstance.... more
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 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.... more
Gibson SB-300 SB-400 Bass Guitar Black Embossed Pickup Vintage 1973 7 08K
Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
Great Condition & Hard To Find Part!
Vintage 1973
Gibson SB-300 SB-400 Bass Guitar Black Embossed Pickup
With Screws & Springs
Black
7 08K Ohms
Note: This was removed from a working guitar with no issues whatsoever. The soldered lead extensions are original and were not added
This sale is for the Gibson SB-300 SB-400 Bass Guitar Black Embossed Pickup as pictured. This part is in excellent usable condition without issue. It will show signs of use and age as ... more
Gibson SB-300 SB-400 Bass Guitar Black Embossed Pickup Vintage 1973 7 18K
Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
Great Condition & Hard To Find Part!
Vintage 1973
Gibson SB-300 SB-400 Bass Guitar Black Embossed Pickup
With Screws & Springs
Black
7 18K Ohms
Note: This was removed from a working guitar with no issues whatsoever. The soldered lead extensions are original and were not added
This sale is for the Gibson SB-300 SB-400 Bass Guitar Black Embossed Pickup as pictured. This part is in excellent usable condition without issue. It will show signs of use and age as ... more
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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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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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 ... more
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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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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Gibson 1960s Chrome EB-3 Bass mini-Humbucker Bridge Pickup
Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$283
Gibson 1960s Chrome EB-3 Bass mini-Humbucker Bridge Pickup
6 87K Lead Length: Approximately 7 inches.
ORIGINAL Black Patent No. 2, 737, 842 sticker on the bottom
Comes with original mounting Bolts and springs
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6 87K Lead Length: Approximately 7 inches.
ORIGINAL Black Patent No. 2, 737, 842 sticker on the bottom
Comes with original mounting Bolts and springs
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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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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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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 ... more
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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Gibson EB-O Electric Bass Guitar 1972 Walnut Kalamazoo Short Scale Humbucker
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 089**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
Not Being A Bass Maven, The Specs On This Is The Closest That I Could Find Online So Don??t Hold Me To Every Single Detail. First Off I??ve Had This Bass For A Long Time & Used It Sparingly. It??s Been Kept In A Case & Is In Great Condition. Plays Good, Sounds Awesome, Electronics Are Quiet, No Frets Buzz & Really Has No Issues. Seems Like It??s All Original So Let??s Get Into The Details
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... more
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... 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