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
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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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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
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 ... view on ebay
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 1970 Gibson EB-0 EB-3 Mudbucker Bass Pickup 31 7k
Cardiff by the Sea, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$200
Vintage Gibson eb-0 this is the thick tone you??ve been wanting!... view on ebay
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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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.
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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
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 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
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
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 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
60's Vintage Gibson EB-O bass 70's Fender Pickup Added With Case
Glendale, Arizona, 853**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1750
Up for grabs is this old bass from Gibson, this bass has been around, please take time to check all pictures for actual condition, has small nicks / dings around, looks all stock plus Fender 70's pickup added, original hard case included, pickups and case are around 3-400 bucks alone, I was going to remove the fender pickups but Ill see if some one takes the hole deal, if not Ill take them off and re post the bass, tested, works good, has the Gibson plate with the pots attached to it, has a nice... view on ebay
Chrome Vintage Gibson EB-0, 2,3 SG Bass Neck Pickup Cover
Fredericksburg, Virginia, 224**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$50
Up for sale is a chrome Gibson bass neck pickup cover. I'm not sure of the year but this has a good bit of vintage wear to the finish to match your older EB. This cover is in good condition as shown
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~ All of the proceeds from these sales go to support the band Sing for Sol in our musical endeavors ~
Check out our store Veins To Wires for more musical instrument parts.... view on ebay
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 Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar Bill Lawrence Tarback Gold Humbucker
Madison, Wisconsin, 537**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$150
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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Not sure how to test the ohms on this one
Nice condition
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Gibson GB440 Bass Head Amp (LOCAL PICKUP) (AM1096588)
Amelia, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$600
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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
?? All screws and plates ... view on ebay
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
?? All screws and plates ... 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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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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Rare Gibson Paul Signature Original Bass Pickup And Jack Casady Bass
Fillmore, California, 930**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$925
This is one of the very first Jack Cassidy Signature Basses purchased the first year of production back in the late 90s. I bought this new with case and it's included. I replaced the original pickup that Epiphone put in it with an actual Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass pickup making this one hell of a recording bass. I used it for a lot of recording work and it's now part of my retirement sale. This is your opportunity to have the original Gibson Les Paul Signature Bass sound but without paying ... view on ebay