Gibson part number (1965: PU-657, 1971: 13533). First fitted in the bridge position of Gibson EB-3 and Epiphone Newport Deluxe basses from 1961. Initially the plastic surround was silvered to match the neck pickup, and this continued beyond the introduction of metal neck pickup covers, at least up until 1965.
A two pickup EB-2 bass, the EB-2D, was listed in Gibson price lists from April 1966 - again using the same pickup, in the bridge position. This bass sold in moderate numbers into the early seventies, final examples shipping at least as late as 1972.
This is a more traditional pickup design than the 'sidewinder' neck pickup; smaller, just one Alnico magnet and a considerably lower resistance, typically around 7kΩ. This resulted in a lot thinner, less overbearing tone. It was height adjustable from the start (unlike the neck pickup) and changed little over the course of it's production. For a short period around 1971, pickups were produced with a Gibson logo etched into the cover - see pics below.
Stickered on the underside with 'PATENT NO 2737842'.
Some basses fitted with this pickup
Soundclips
Have a listen to a 1961 EB3 bridge pickup (more soundclips of this bass here).
List of Gibson bass guitar pickups
Gibson bass pickups for sale
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Vintage NOS 1960 s Gibson Epiphone Newport Bass Pickup
Coldwater, Michigan, 490**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$400
Vintage NOS 1960s Gibson Epiphone Newport Bass Pickup .The pickup reads 14 52K ohms
New old stock
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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
70??s EB-3 Gibson USA Mini Humbucker Bass Guitar Pickup Bridge Chrome 4 String
State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$220
Up for sale is a late 60's or early 70??s Gibson USA EB-3 Patent Number bridge bass guitar humbucker. It's in 100% working condition. Most of my items ship within 24 hours of payment. 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
SHIPPED FULLY INSURED... 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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Vintage 60s 70s Gibson Mini-Humbucker BASS Pickup 6 06 ohms for EB-3 EB-2D #4777
Lafayette, Louisiana, 705**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$215
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
Vintage 60s 70s Gibson Mini-Humbucker BASS Pickup 6 26 ohms for EB-3 EB-2D #4870
Lafayette, Louisiana, 705**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$215
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 25 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 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
Vintage 1970's Gibson EB-0 EB-3 or EB-2 Bass Neck Pickup
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$300
This pickup came off of a mid 70's Gibson EB-3 Bass. Reads 30 32 ohms. I don't guarantee exact ohm readings, but I do guarantee full output. Full length wire. Wear and string marks on cover
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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
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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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Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass NECK Pickup 5 50
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
This came from the neck position of a 1976 Gibson S-1. Same pickup as used on G-3 Basses. Reads 5 50 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. Small chip on the underside. Won't be seen when installed. Original Springs and screws included.
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Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than... more
Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass MIDDLE Pickup 5 45
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
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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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 ... more
Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass BRIDGE Pickup 5 348
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
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
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
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Original Vintage 1964 Gibson EBO Bass Guitar Pickup Epiphone 31 5k
Lubbock, Texas, 794**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$450
Original Vintage 1964 Gibson EBO Pickup Epiphone==Includes cover and three of the screws==Tested and working, measures 31 5k Ohms==Ships worldwide==
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Vintage 1970 Gibson EB-0 EB-3 Mudbucker Bass Pickup 31 7k
Leesport, Pennsylvania, 195**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$225
Vintage 1970 Gibson EB-0, EB-3 Mudbucker bass pickup. USA
Pickup shows some light age wear
Overall in very nice condition
Pickup works and sounds great
It reads 31 7k ohms
Comes with screws, springs and original grounding base plate.... more
Pickup shows some light age wear
Overall in very nice condition
Pickup works and sounds great
It reads 31 7k ohms
Comes with screws, springs and original grounding base plate.... more
1965 Gibson Humbucker Bass Pickup
Chaska, Minnesota, 553**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$299
!965 Gibson Bass Humbucker pickup. Complete and performs perfectly with a warm deep vointage sound. Excellent condition.... more
Vintage Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar Bill Lawrence Tarback Gold Humbucker
Madison, Wisconsin, 537**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$179
FROM AN ORIGINAL KALAMAZOO GIBSON / HERITAGE GUITAR COMPANY EMPLOYEE
Vintage Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar Bill Lawrence Tarback Gold Humbucker
Not sure how to test the ohms on this one
Nice condition
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Vintage Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar Bill Lawrence Tarback Gold Humbucker
Not sure how to test the ohms on this one
Nice condition
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Vintage 1964 Gibson EB Bass guitar bridge pickup Patent Sticker mount ring 60's
Graham, North Carolina, 272**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$376
Vintage 1964 era Gibson EB Bass guitar bridge pickup. Functions fine. Tests at 6 64K. Check out pictures. Only 2 5 inches of wire. Original mounting ring included. Please ask any questions that need to be addressed before purchasing. Thanks for looking
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Gibson Ripper Bass Copy Kopie Nachbau schwarz Humbucker
Kiel, 24***, GERMANY
€560
Moin!Ich verkaufe hier meinen Nachbau einesGibson Rippers
Ich habe den Bass nach meinenSpezifikationen in China bauen lassen und danach viele Modifikationendurchgeführt. Die Bünde wurden ebenfalls vom Fachmann getauscht undabgerichtet. Der eingeleimte Hals ist abgeschmirgelt und mit Ölbehandelt und spielt sich butterweich
ER wurde live gespielt und hatGebrauchsspuren, nichts auffälliges
Ich habe die gesamte Elektronikgetauscht und die Ausfräsungen mit Leitlack behandelt, da ... more
Ich habe den Bass nach meinenSpezifikationen in China bauen lassen und danach viele Modifikationendurchgeführt. Die Bünde wurden ebenfalls vom Fachmann getauscht undabgerichtet. Der eingeleimte Hals ist abgeschmirgelt und mit Ölbehandelt und spielt sich butterweich
ER wurde live gespielt und hatGebrauchsspuren, nichts auffälliges
Ich habe die gesamte Elektronikgetauscht und die Ausfräsungen mit Leitlack behandelt, da ... more