Closet cleaning continues.
Here is a 1975 Gibson Ripper that has been professionally modified to fretless. The body is alder and the neck is maple. The original maple fingerboard was replaced with a fretless ebony board complete with fret markers. The fingerboard is in great condition with only minimal surface wear, and does not need leveling or dressing.
This is an awesome players bass. There are numerous scratches and dents on the body front and back. There is some buckle rash on the back as well. I sanded the finish off the back of the neck because I prefer the feel of bare wood. This is a very smooth and comfortable neck - no grab from that pesky nitro cellulose finish!
The truss rod turns both ways and the electronics work as they should. The Varitone switch is a little noisy when switching between positions, and there is a bit of ground hum under certain conditions. Nothing serious. The Truss rod cover is from a later model Ripper and the pick guard is aftermarket, but correct for the bass. The bridge cover is an expertly made reproduction, exact in every detail. Strap buttons are by Jim Dunlop.
This Ripper is currently set up with medium high action and and old set of GHS Brite Flats, but there is plenty of leeway to adjust it however you like. There is no case, but I can include either a gig bag or a hardshell for a few dollars extra.
Asking price for bass alone: $650
with old gig bag: $675
w/ hardshell case, good cond: $725
Bass will be professionally packed in bubble wrap and foam and shipped in a sturdy box.
Cash only - no trades.
