Gibson Bass Guitars

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Gibson Explorer Bass
Due to their success Gibson introduced a bass called the Gibson explorer bass. Unlike their companions (explorer guitars) the Gibson explorer bass...

Gibson EB Electric Basses (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, EB-6)
In 1952-53 about 2 years after fender released the fender precision bass, Gibson decided to get into the electric bass market, they introduced their first bass model...

Gibson EBSF-1250 Double Neck Bass/Guitar
The EBSF-1250 double bass is a combination of a Gibson SG standard six string guitar and a EB-3 electric bass, it has an SG-shape solid mahogany body...

Gibson Grabber
The Grabber bass was very popular during the seventies, it was the first bolt on neck bass with a sliding pick up which gave it a fender like bright tone...

Gibson RD Series
Launch of a new line of electric guitars and basses in 1977 called the RD series named after the research and development team which brought electronic circuitry to Gibson instruments for the first time. 

Gibson Ripper
The Gibson Ripper Bass maintained it's loyal followers through out the years, they were made famous by many artists including Peter Cetera, Kurt Cobain..

Gibson Thunderbird
The firebird and the thunderbird always shared the same body shape. In 1963 Gibson introduced 2 thunderbird models...

Comments

  1. Anonymous3:18 AM

    Hi,

    I really like your site, but when are you going to write a review about Gibson Ripper basses?

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  2. Anonymous10:09 AM

    should post a review before the end of the month .

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  3. Anonymous7:09 AM

    love your site..really good info..like to see review on EB-3 hollow body..i got a 1964 in near mint cond..dad bought it for $600 back then..trying to get an idea what it's worth now

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  4. Anonymous6:08 PM

    I think you mean an EB-2. This is the Gibson hollow body model.

    The EB-3 is a solid body bass guitar.

    Very nice year bass...worth much more then $600!

    MaxDB

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  5. Anonymous1:47 PM

    What a cool site. Nice job. I have a line on a Gibson Flying V BASS and have no idea what it is worth or what I should consider paying for it. I know they didn't make many of these. The don't play well for Christ sake.

    Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

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  6. Anonymous1:39 PM

    Anyone know where I can get hold of a truss rod cover for a G 3 new or used? It's the little plate above the nut with "G-3" on

    Per, Sweden

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  7. Anonymous4:31 PM

    Many years ago I knew a guy that had a Cherry Red Gibson ES-335 style bass guitar. It was beautiful. I've never been able to find any info anywhere on this model bass. I'm sure it was a Gibson.

    Anybody heard of such a thing?

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  8. Unknown4:58 PM

    I've been looking for an Epiphone flying v bass (Yellow) and an Epi Explorer bass (Korina) Forever. Are there places online that may be able to locate them?

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  9. Anonymous6:33 AM

    I have an EB2C I picked up from a guy for nearly nothing, not perfect but original as far as I can tell. Finish isn't perfect, but action like butter smooth. Any ideas what to get for it?

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  10. Anonymous11:49 PM

    I have a gibson les paul bass guitar, yeeees bass guitar"gold top hollow body,looks just like the guitar,but is a bass any idea on it's value ,

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  11. Anonymous11:15 PM

    I found a Lyle (brand) bass guitar a 1220 model

    cherry red bass styled after the gibson ES 335

    it is a full hollow body 4 string bass,,it was made by the same company who bought gison guitar in the 1960`s

    that might have been the guitar you have seen in the past?
    made in japan made by the same japanese company as gibson spin off label from 1969 till 1984 I think?

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  12. Anonymous5:42 PM

    trying to find the value of a 1964 EB2 gidson bass guitar serial number 174314.

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  13. Anonymous10:44 AM

    I've had a cherry red 1965 EB2 for 39 years now.Borrowed 125$ from my parents in 1970 to purchase it used with the trebble pickup missing. Replaced it eventually and since i've enjoyed and loved this instrument. In London in 2004 I saw 4 similar Gibson EB2 basses going for 1200 to 1500£. Today I've no idea what the prices are doing but my guess is that they are dropping and good deals are out there.

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  14. Anonymous10:54 AM

    I like the Cherry Red EB2 Gibson Bass Guitar 1960's. I am looking out for one in Birmingham. It must be in very good condition and with a case. Do love the purple inside the case. Hope my dream does come true.

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  15. Unknown8:05 AM

    I hope Santa brings everyone what they want this year!! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

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  16. Anonymous2:20 PM

    EXTREMELY RARE !! Taking offers on 1981 Gibson Flying V Bass Guitar. Only 375 made, 1 year only. Rare color , Alpin White. Most were black. Hate myself for posting this , but it has to be. Serious Only. Chance of a lifetime.

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  17. Anonymous5:59 AM

    Where can I find a case for my 60's Thunderbird Bass?
    Thanks
    Lou T.

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  18. Anonymous9:00 PM

    I have a very rare BLACK 1975 Les Paul Triumph Bass. Gibson can give no production figures other than 75 or less made. Got any info ?

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  19. Anonymous2:56 PM

    I have a 1981 original gibson epiphone Flying V bass all original stock parts, slight wear bt nothing noticeable. Does anyone want to buy it!!!?

    contact me at jaysen1guzman@hotmail.com if interested

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  20. Ryan2:53 PM

    Hey! I have an older (60's I'm guessing) SG style Gibson bass. Serial #203693. Any idea as to exactly what year it is? It's in immaculate condition and I've been curious as to how much this thing is worth.

    You can contact me at bigryguy04@aol.com

    Much appreciated!

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  21. Anonymous11:43 AM

    anyone ever heard of a bass called...EB-OL..???.it was made early 60s by gibson...pegs go thru the side of headstock..like a violin...serial number on back of head..with made in usa on it............it kinda looks like an SG guitar shape......is it as rare as ive been told?

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