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Bass Strings



Epiphone


Basses (1960s, CMI)
Embassy Deluxe
Embassy prod. totals
Prices & Publicity

Newport
1962 Newport Deluxe (Cherry)
Circuitry
1965 Newport (Cherry)
Prices & Publicity

Rivoli
1967 Rivoli (Cherry)
Prices & Publicity
Rivoli forum posts
Rivoli prod. totals
Tech. Info
Rivoli wiring

Basses (1969-85, Norlin)

Basses (1986-, GGC)
2002 EB-3 (Cherry)

Serial Numbers

Gibson


Basses
20/20
1987 20/20 (Ferrari Red)
wiring

EB-0
1962 EB-0 (Cherry)
wiring
1964 EB-0 (Cherry)
Wiring
1966 EB-0 (Cherry)
Soundclips
wiring
1969 EB-0 (Cherry)
1970 EB-0 (Cherry)
1972 EB-0 (Walnut)
1972 EB-0L (Natural)
soundclips
wiring
EB-0 forum posts
EB-0 prod. totals
Players
David Knights
Tech. Info
Circuitry
Part List

EB-0F
EB-0F forum posts

EB-1
EB-1 forum posts
EB-1 prod. totals

EB-2
1958 EB-2
1968 EB-2D
Soundclips
1969 EB-2W
EB-2 forum posts
EB-2 prod. totals
EB-2s in Viet Nam
Players
Prices & Publicity
1964 promo sheet
Tech. Info
EB-2 wiring
Parts list
Timeline

EB-3
1961 EB-3 (Cherry)
soundclips
1961 EB-3 (Cherry) 2
1963 EB3 (Cherry)
1965 EB3 (Pelham blue)
1965 EB3 (Sunburst)
1969 EB-3 (Cherry)
1971 EB-3 (Walnut)
1971 EB-3L (Ebony)
Restoration pt1
Restoration pt2
Restoration pt3
Restoration pt4
1972 EB-3 (Walnut)
1972 EB-3L (Cherry)
Soundclips
1973 EB3 Lefty
1978 Gibson EB3 (White)
EB-3 forum posts
EB-3 prod. totals
Prices & Publicity
Soundclips
Tech. Info
Circuit 1
Circuit 2
Circuit 3
Circuit 4
Controls
Part List
Schematic 1
Schematic 2
Timeline

EB-4L
1973 EB-4L (Cherry)
1973 EB-4L (Walnut)
EB-4L forum posts
EB-4L prod. totals

G-1 Grabber
1975 Grabber (Wine Red)
1977 Grabber (Maple Gloss)
Grabber forum posts
Grabber prod. totals
Patent
Players
Prices & Publicity
Soundclips
Tech. Info
Circuit
Parts List

G-3
1976 G-3 (Maple Gloss)
1978 G-3 (Tobacco Sunburst)
G-3 forum posts
G3 prod. totals
Players
Prices & Publicity
Soundclips
Tech. Info
Controls
Parts List
Schematic
Wiring Images

Gibson bass story - CMI

L-9S Ripper
1974 L-9S (Nat.)
soundclips
1976 L-9S (Nat.)
1977 L-9S Fretless
1978 L-9S (Ebony)
Controls
Players
Prices & Publicity
Ripper promo disk part 1
Ripper promo disk part 2
Ripper forum posts
Soundclips
Tech. Info
Circuit Images
Controls
Parts List
Schematic

Les Paul
1990s LPs
Les Paul Standard
Les Paul Bass
1969 LP Bass (Walnut)
Les Paul Bass / Triumph prod. totals
Les Paul forum posts
Les Paul Signature
Controls
Les Paul Triumph
1971 Triumph Prototype
1972 Triumph (Nat.)
Catalogues & pricing
Players

RD series

Prototype six string
RD Artist
1978 RD Artist (Ebony)
1978 RD Artist (Fireburst)
1981 RD Artist CMT
Controls
Prices & Publicity
Soundclips
Tech. Info
Timeline
RD forum posts
RD prod. totals
RD Standard
1978 RD Standard (Natural)
Parts list
Tech. Info

SB series
1971 SB-400 (Walnut)
1973 SB-450 (Nat.)
SB forum posts
SB prod. totals
SB-300/SB-400 Wiring
SB400 publicity sheet

SG Reissue
SG Reissue forum posts

SG-Z

Thunderbird
1963-65 Reverse
1965 Tbird IV (C.Red)
Custom colors
Gallery
Players
1965-69 Non-Reverse
1966 Tbird II (Cherry)
Gallery
Players
1970s Bicentennial
1979 Tbird (Ebony)
1987-date Thunderbird IV
1992 Tbird IV (White)
Custom colors
Thunderbird forum posts
Thunderbirds for sale

Victory
1981 Victory Std.
1981 Victory Std. (Ebony)
1981 Victory Std. (Red)
1982 Victory Art.
1982 Victory Cst.
Development
Prices & Publicity
Soundclips
Tech. Info
Artist Circuit Images
Artist Schematic
Custom Circuit Images
Custom Schematic
Design patent
Standard Circuit Images
Standard Schematic
Victory forum posts

Parts (bass)
Bridge
50s/60s Bar Bridge
60s 6 String Bar Bridge
60s Bar Bridge (Chrome)
60s Handrest
60s Tbird Bridge
60s Two Point Bridge
60s/70s Large Bridge Cover
70s Small Bridge Cover
70s Three Point Bridge
70s/80s Grabber/G3 Bridge
EB String Mute
1962 Patent
TRI-4 Wedge
Patent

Cases

Custom parts

EB Cutaways

EB Neck Joints

Logos
1962 EB0

Pickguards / Scratchplates

Pickups
50s EB single coil
50s/60s EB Humbucker
60s EB Humbucker (1)
60s EB Humbucker (2)
60s EB Mini Humbucker
60s Tbird Humbucker
70s EB Humbucker
70s SB Humbucker
70s SB Single-Coil
70s Tbird Humbucker
EB-4L Humbucker
G3 Single Coil
Grabber Sliding Pickup
Les Paul Bass Low-Z
RD Artist Humbucker
RD Standard Humbucker
Ripper Humbucker
Victory Humbucker

Potentiometers

Tuning Keys
50s EB Banjo Tuner
60s Closed Gear (Jap.)
60s Kluson (EB)
60s Kluson (Tbird)
60s/70s Schaller M-4-C
60s/70s Schaller M4
70s Schaller BM
70s Schaller M-4-S
73-74 Open Gear
80s Gotah
80s Schaller

Publicity
Adverts

Catalogues

Gibson Gazette
1958 Sept/Oct
1959 May/Jun
Announcing the EB-0
EB-2 pushbutton switch
1959 Oct/Nov
1960 Jul/Aug
Mute for Electric Bass
The Three Twins
1961 Jan/Feb
Amp Trouble with E. Bass
1961 Summer
Announcing EB-O, Les Paul Special, B-45-12
1962 Spring
1965 Summer
Electric thin models
1965 Winter
1966 no1
1966 no2
1966 no3
1967 no1
1968 no1
1968 no2
1969 no1
1969 no2
1970 no1
1971 no1

Serial Numbers

Interviews

Interviews


Bassists
Allen Woody
pt2 - Epiphone Rumblekat
pt3 - Gov't Mule Live
pt4 - Playing Style
pt5 - The Show Goes On

Andy Fraser
pt2 - John Mayall
pt3 - Free
pt4 - Sharks
pt5 - Andy Fraser Band
pt6 - Finally Free

Andy Hess
pt2 - Gov't Mule
pt3 - Basses

Bob Daisley
pt2 - Gibson Basses
pt3 - Fender Basses
pt4 - Other Basses

Glenn Cornick
pt2 - EB-3
pt3 - EB-2D
pt4 - Thunderbirds
pt5 - General Thoughts

Jack Casady
pt2 - Fender basses
pt3 - Guild basses
pt4 - Alembic
pt5 - Epiphone JC sig
pt6 - Amps
pt7 - Other basses

Julian Cope
pt2 - Sounds
pt3 - Gibson Basses
pt4 - Comment

Justin Meldal-Johnsen
pt2 - Gibson Basses
pt3 - Other Equip.
pt4 - Trivia

Martin Turner
pt2 - Thunderbirds
pt3 - Wishbone Ash
pt4 - Wishbone Ash 2
pt5 - Martin Turners WA

Mick Hawksworth
pt2 - Andromeda
pt3 - Fuzzy Duck
pt4 - Ten Years Later
pt5 - Flying Pigs
pt6 - Tres Geezers

Mike Watt
pt2 - Other bands
pt3 - Gibson EB3
pt4 - Gibson Thunderbird
pt5 - Other Gibson basses

Ralphe Armstrong
pt2 - Gibson Basses
pt3 - Jean-Luc Ponty
pt4 - Playing Live

Suzi Quatro

Gibson and Epiphone bass guitars for sale

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1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass Rare Slotted Head w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!

1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass Rare Slotted Head w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!

Racine, Wisconsin, 534**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3995

1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!. Slotted headstock with original Gibson tuners!! Perfect for the collector!! This bass is in exceptional condition and so is the original case!! You will not find one in better condition!! Simply amazing!! Has new strings and comes with a beautiful vintage ??Made in Mexico?? leather strap!! Everything 100% original!! Thanks for looking!!
... view on ebay
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Gibson Victory Artist Bass 81

Gibson Victory Artist Bass 81'

Blackfoot, Idaho, 832**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3800

This a killer bass and a total P bass killer. Gibson released these to compete with the p bass and they are far, far, better quality. Mahogany body, Mable neck, brass nut, active and passive humbuckers with MOOG electronics! All original with the original case. The original case is pretty beat up with a buckle replaced but still road Worthy. Original paperwork still with it. The guitar is set up to play easy with a low action and great sound. One bridge saddle is missing the riser but works ... view on ebay
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Gibson Ripper (L9-S) Bass Guitar with Seymour Duncan

Gibson Ripper (L9-S) Bass Guitar with Seymour Duncan

New Florence, Pennsylvania, 159**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3500

Gibson Ripper (L9-S) Bass Guitar with Seymour Duncan.
This bass is in very good condition. There are a few small marks located in the pictures. Feel free to ask questions, can send more pictures. Must have at least 10 positive comments to purchase. For sale in the United States Only
... view on ebay
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Vintage Gibson Grabber Bass 1974-1975

Vintage Gibson Grabber Bass 1974-1975

Allston, Massachusetts, 021**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

Vintage Gibson Bass. Serial numbers from this time were a little disorganized, but it seems like this was 1974 or 1975. Real rock bass.
... view on ebay
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1969 Gibson EB3 Bass Guitar- 100% Original with Original Case

1969 Gibson EB3 Bass Guitar- 100% Original with Original Case

Glastonbury, Connecticut, 060**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3700

One owner, bought new in 1969 from Quigly Music in Kansas City with original Gibson Case. One small strap rub on back with minor finish scratches on back as seen in photos.... view on ebay
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Gibson EBO Bass Guitar 1967 solid wood cherry finish made in the US with case

Gibson EBO Bass Guitar 1967 solid wood cherry finish made in the US with case

Lebanon, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2100

This Gibson EBO Bass Guitar is a rare gem for any musician. Crafted in the US in 1967, this solid wood guitar features a cherry finish that shines under any lighting. With its 4-string configuration and electric bass type, it's perfect for any right-handed player looking for a high-quality instrument The guitar comes with a case, making it easy to transport and protect while on the go. Its brand, Gibson, is well-known for producing top-of-the-line guitars that are both durable and powerful. This... view on ebay
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1978 Gibson RD Artist "NATURAL BLONDE" Electric (MOOG) Bass + OHSC

1978 Gibson RD Artist "NATURAL BLONDE" Electric (MOOG) Bass + OHSC

San Jose, California, 951**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4000

1978 Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar + Original Gibson Hardshell Case
" NATURAL BLONDE" FINISH
GIBSON NORLIN-ERA
Original MOOG ELECTRONICS
Made in USA (Kalamazoo Plant, MI)
Production # 102 (April 17th release)
Adult owned only. Children-free, Pet-free household. Kept inside case when not used

Up for sale is a BEAUTIFUL LATE-70's Gibson Bass Guitar (RD ARTIST)
EXCELLENT overall vintage condition. Standard surface scratches, light dings, marks on front / back body / ... view on ebay
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Vintage 1967 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale 4 String Bass - Cherry - Don Storck Custom

Vintage 1967 Gibson EB-0 Short Scale 4 String Bass - Cherry - Don Storck Custom

Edmond, Oklahoma, 730**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

Awesome bass. Original electronics and hardware. Still has the string dampener and it works! Great tone. This is a two-owner guitar from Oklahoma City. It was played lovingly by its original owner, Don Storck, from the time that he purchased it new by in 1967 at different gigs over the years. It has earned its wonderful patina from years of playing, and it looks great. It has all the expected finish checking that you would expect to see on a guitar of this vintage. The second pick guard was ... view on ebay
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1981 Gibson Victory Bass Red

1981 Gibson Victory Bass Red

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1595

Vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Bass in original red finish
A killer bass with a nice fat tone and superb playability
This baby is a RED BEAST!
Bass plays and sounds fantastic.
Some honest signs of age and wear throughout
Completely original
Comes with nice brown hardshell case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays $125 shipping in the USA, $150 to Hawaii or Alaska, $400 International, $450 to Australia
Pay Pal Accepted
International Buyers ? Please Note: ... view on ebay
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Gibson Kalamazoo KB bass 1960s

Gibson Kalamazoo KB bass 1960s

Salem, New Hampshire, 030**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

1960s Kalamazoo KB Shortscale bass made by Gibson. Few small chips / dings on body and headstock.
... view on ebay
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Gibson SG 4 String Made In USA Electric Bass Guitar (Blemished)

Gibson SG 4 String Made In USA Electric Bass Guitar (Blemished)

Greenwood, Mississippi, 389**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3000

Gibson SG 4 String Made In USA Electric Bass Guitar (Blemished). Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.... view on ebay
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Bass guitar string mute From 1966 Gibson Thunderbird

Bass guitar string mute From 1966 Gibson Thunderbird

Cumming, Georgia, 300**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

This bass guitar string mute is a must-have for any Gibson Thunderbird owner. Made in 1966, this mute is a rare find for collectors and musicians alike. It is designed to fit perfectly on your bass guitar and provides a unique sound that is sure to impress
Crafted with precision and care, this mute is made to last. It is made from high-quality materials and is built to withstand the wear and tear of regular use. Whether you are a seasoned musician or just starting out, this bass guitar ... view on ebay
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Vintage 1990s Epiphone Power Bass Guitar Black Frets Removed MIK Project Jazz P

Vintage 1990s Epiphone Power Bass Guitar Black Frets Removed MIK Project Jazz P

Elmwood Park, New Jersey, 074**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$325

Up for sale is a Vintage Bass Guitar, Very Good Overall Condition As Shown, Please see photos for details, A true beast ready to be put back in action, Electronics work, Frets have been removed, Neck is straight, Rosewood fingerboard, String through body construction, Made in Korea, Heavy duty, Weighs 8 pounds 12 ounces as shown, Body shows normal play with minor nicks-scuffs & buckle rash, It should just need a set of strings but can be re-fretted or customized, The small foil sticker on ... view on ebay
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Gibson sb400 Bass 1971-1973 READ DESCRIPTION

Gibson sb400 Bass 1971-1973 READ DESCRIPTION

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1800

This is a Gibson SB400, in not fully original condition. When I recieved this bass the truss rod was busted, and it contained 0 of the original electronics and hardware. Check out the full video for all my restoration work. MAKE ME AN OFFER!
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I replaced the crappy old broken truss rod with a modern stewmac 2 way rod, and replaced the original fretboard with a stewmac indian rosewood fingerboard and refretted. It's now a 34 inch scale, ... view on ebay
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Vintage 1913 Gibson Mando Bass Style J -Natural- For Repair & Restoration 1920s

Vintage 1913 Gibson Mando Bass Style J -Natural- For Repair & Restoration 1920's

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4950

This listing is for a rare and amazing Vintage Gibson Style J Mando Bass. To the best of my knowledge this bass was made in 1913 and these Style J Mando Basses were made in small quantities between 1912 throughout throughout the 1920's and 1930's. This one is not in great shape and will require some professional restoration but these are so rare it would be a great project for the right player or luthier to restore
The Mando Bass serial number is 15722 as best I can make out but the label ... view on ebay
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1959 1960 GIBSON EB-0 Slab Body BASS PICKGUARD USA

1959 1960 GIBSON EB-0 Slab Body BASS PICKGUARD USA

Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Early slab body pick guard . Cut a little to fit replace pickup. Just a shave off it
... view on ebay
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1959 Gibson EB-2 Bass

1959 Gibson EB-2 Bass

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8695

1959 Gibson EB-2 Bass, Sunburst finish, Booming Humbucking pickup withBlack Plastic cover, Nickel parts, Full feeling neck, Fine bass! Hang tag, VG++, Original hard case... view on ebay
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1967 Gibson EB-2C Bass fabulous special ordered EB-2 in "Sparkling Burgundy" !

1967 Gibson EB-2C Bass fabulous special ordered EB-2 in "Sparkling Burgundy" !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6495

The Gibson EB-2 Bass was invented in 1959 & made famous by many players. This example is oh-so rare & very special ordered by its 1st owner & is 1 of the coolest special ordered EB-2C??s from 1967. Its beautiful slightly faded original ??Sparkling Burgundy?? custom color finish is what this is all about & it??s so frickin rare. 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 missing. Its ... view on ebay
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Epiphone Rock Bass 1980s - Ebony with case - Hockey Stick Made in Korea

Epiphone Rock Bass 1980s - Ebony with case - Hockey Stick Made in Korea

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 152**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$550

Sourced from a local musician with more guitars than he needs??and a wife who doesn??t appreciate them as much. I think many of us can relate to where this is going
This is a rare hockey stick version with its original case. You don??t see that often, do you? It??s the first time I??ve ever seen one with the original case included. Also, has the thumb rest that can be mounted on the pickup. Not pictured, but it is in the case
The bass is in perfect working condition, well cared for, and ... view on ebay
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1964 Gibson Thunderbird IV Bass 1 of the best originals its 1 of a kind & Minty

1964 Gibson Thunderbird IV Bass 1 of the best originals it's 1 of a kind & Minty

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$27495

These early production Reverse?? Thunderbird??s & Firebird??s were so far ahead of time & very few were ever made comparatively to Fender??s P & J Basses. This particular example was ordered in Gibson??s most popular color of a Dark 2-tone Sunburst finish all over its neck & body. Very little yellowing appears yet she has slight playtime all over. These tend to get funky from playing in bars & clubs & get nicotine stained. Its rosewood fingerboard is straight as an arrow ... view on ebay
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