The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.SummaryFinish Details: Original finish on the back and neck. The headstock has...

No sales tax for customers outside California. The EB-1 bass is Gibson's first shot a tan electric, solid body bass.  The EB-1 model number didn't arrive until Gibson released the EB-2 bass in 1958.  Prior to that, this model was simply called the Gibson Electric Bass. According to published...

We have a rare 1956 Gibson Bass in stock. Shipping records show only about 540 pieces between 1953 and 1958, making it a very rare model. It is also Gibson's first electric bass and a historically valuable product. This model is produced based on a different concept from...

This 1956 Gibson EB-1 in Dark Mahogany is a perfect example of Gibson’s first attempt at an electric bass! Featuring a violin-inspired body design, painted f-holes, and carved top, this bass was designed to capture the classic stand-up bass players who may be hesitant to adopt the new form of...

The EB-2D has a warm, romantic sound! Gibson's first electric bass, the violin-shaped EB-1, was released in 1953. 30.5" scale, semi-acoustic construction similar to the ES-335, and a single humbucker PU. It had a 30.5" scale, semi-acoustic body with a single humbucker PU, similar to the ES-335.In...

Here's a 1960 Gibson EB-0 bass in Cherry finish. No breaks, cracks, repairs. Serial number of #0 0800 (very cool). This is 1st version of the EB-0, that were only produced from '59-'60. Amazing double cutaway, slab body bass, with banjo tuners, and a single black cover humbucker pickup in the neck...

This 1967 Epiphone Rivoli Bass in Cherry packs a huge sound for a fantastic value! This model was introduced in 1959 as a very close relative to the Gibson EB-2; in fact, they share the same body, neck, and hardware. The Rivoli was extremely popular with British bands during the 1960s, with notable...

Take a look at how vibrant this all original 1966 Gibson EB-0 in Cherry is! When the EB-0 was first introduced, it featured a slab body in the Les Paul double cut style, but like most other models, adopted the SG body shape in 1961. This particular example was well cared for and certainly played in...

A reasonably priced, 1961 Cherry Red EB-0 Bass. Original Thick-Body style, in very nice Condition. No cracks or damage. The Cherry Red finish has faded on the front, but it has a very nice vibe and patina. 1961 is the last of the Thicker Double-Cutaway body style before Gibson introduced the...

The wear on this original 1959 Gibson EB-2N speaks volumes to how much its former owner loved playing it, and we can’t blame them! Only 60 of these EB-2s were made in Natural during 1959 versus the 203 Sunburst models of the same year, so we’re happy to have this one available. This particular...

Here we have a cool 1967 Gibson EB-2DC in its original Sparkling Burgundy finish! The EB-2 saw some spec changes over the years, and this example perfectly reflects some of the later changes that came to the line; elements like the bridge covers, dual pickups, “witch hat” knobs, and the custom...

The Favorite of the Sixties British Bass Players The Finest Example One Could Wish For… 1967 Epiphone Rivoli EBV-232 This wonderful lightweight bass weighs just 9.20 lbs. and has a nut width of 1 1/2 inches and a short scale length of 30 1/2 inches. Single-bound laminated maple top, back,...

Get into a 60’s bass for a fraction of the cost with this 1968 Epiphone Newport in Cherry! This model was essentially Epiphone’s equivalent to Gibson’s EB-0 and had similar components and construction. Complete with its signature batwing headstock, a beefy neck, and a singular “mudbucker” pickup;...

Here we have a worn in 1965 Gibson EB-0 in Cardinal Red! The EB-0 debuted in 1959 with a double-cut, Les Paul-style slab body. In 1961, it was redesigned with an SG body style, along with Gibson’s other solid body models. Cherry is by far the most common color for this model, so to see this example...

We’ve got another one-off custom order for you –  this 1962 Gibson EB-3 in Polaris White! This EB-3 was made to match a white Les Paul (SG) Custom for a band so its members could have a cohesive look. We’ve even found this instrument listed in the Gibson ledger! This bass received a custom...

Talk about a rare finish with this 1960 Gibson EB-2 in Argentine Grey! This was an older Gibson acoustic finish, one we have seen brought back on a handful of instruments from the late 50s/early 60s with examples listed on the Gibson ledger. Usually we would see this on guitars, but with the same...

You won’t see many of these, and we’re certainly proud to have this all-original 1966 Gibson EB-2 special ordered in Black! While the EB-2 was Gibson’s second electric bass (the follow-up to the violin-shaped EB-1 from 1953) the EB-2 was indeed Gibson’s first semi-hollow electric bass. The EB-2...

1973 Gibson EB0-L4 Rare Walnut Rare Walnut finish long scale. • Mahogany body • set maple neck • rosewood fingerboard • long (34 1/2) inch scale • three-way tone switch Model: Gibson EB-4L Year: 1973 Serial Number: 905568 Pickup: EB4L super-humbucker Scale: long, 34 1/2" Body: Solid...

Epiphone's Equivalent of the Gibson EB-0 A Must for the Serious Bass Collector Beautifully Re-Finished in Coral Pink by Scott Lentz 1962 Epiphone B4B Newport Bass This Epiphone equivalent of the much loved Gibson EB-0 bass weighs just 7.10 lbs. Symmetrical double cutaway solid mahogany body...

1960 Gibson EB-0, Cherry Red, Rare Slab body, Banjo tuners, BIG sounding This is a wonderful all original excellent shape with a nice straight low action neck. Only 342 made in 1960. It has beautiful strong color. The frets & Brazilian Rosewood finger board are in...

1960 Gibson EB-0, Cherry Red, Rare Slab body, Banjo tuners, BIG sounding, Original brown semi hard case. This is a wonderful all original excellent shape with a nice straight low action neck. Only 342 ever produced in 1960. It has beautiful strong color.The frets & Brazilian...

No sales tax for customers outside California. From the parts stash, a hard to find Gibson EB Bass Reverse Thunderbird Cover from the 1960s. Screw hole to hole width 4.25”, height 15/16” Shipping policy: Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage,...

No sales tax for customers outside California.  This pickup was installed on a Gibson Melody Maker bass on arrival and it worked just as intended.  Pickup Output: 15.17k.  Lead Length: 11".    Shipping policy: Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions.  If there is damage,...

1961 Gibson EB-0 Bass – Classic Vintage Tone and Style This original 1961 Gibson EB-0 features a stunning cherry finish on a classic mahogany SG-style body. Weighing just 7 lbs, it’s comfortable for long sessions. The C-profile neck and rosewood fingerboard provide smooth...