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For sale Gibson Ripper Bass

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1975 (or thereabout) Gibson Ripper bass. Road worn (see photos) and needs some adjustment but other than that, it's the real deal/diamond in the rough. All original except pickguard and bridge (Mighty Mite replacements) - the pickguard was missing a chunk and the bridge was missing a saddle so I just replaced them. I don't know where the originals are, as I'm in the middle of breaking down and moving my studio (that's also why I'm selling the bass). Everything works but probably needs a thorough cleaning and going through. Truss rod is good and works/turns in both directions. Low E string buzzes on third fret - I just don't have time to do the work at this time. No case.
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Ed S

Nov 14, 2019
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Man - back in early 80s I had a Ripper and a Grabber. I think the Ripper cost $350 and the Grabber $300. Sold the Ripper as I preferred the Grabber's neck. Hard to imagine either fetching $1600! GLWTS!

(Guess I'd better get around to getting my Grabber back from my kid! She ASSURES me she still has it! ;))
 
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Dporto

Jun 7, 2021
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^^^:laugh: I'm selling not buying - appreciate the offer though ;) Perhaps a buyer will make us both happy.

"I think the Ripper cost $350"... Yeah, well "the '80's was 40 years ago:thumbsup: these things regularly fetch $2000 - $3500 depending on condition... :bassist:
 
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bradd

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"these things regularly fetch $2000 - $3500 depending on condition"




They don't actually sell for anything near that, but that's what they're listed on eBay for by Japanese sellers. You're pretty close to going rate.
 
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40Hz

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Dporto said:
these things regularly fetch $2000 - $3500 depending on condition...
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Doubtful based on my experience. Between $900 and $1500 depending on condition is far more realistic. At least in the US. Much as I like Rippers (it’s been my main bass since 1974 and I currently own two of them) I couldn’t see paying $2000 let alone $3500 for one.

Just my 2¢ anyway.
 
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Vincent Ruello

Aug 29, 2021
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Dporto said:
1975 (or thereabout) Gibson Ripper bass. Road worn (see photos) and needs some adjustment but other than that, it's the real deal/diamond in the rough. All original except pickguard and bridge (Mighty Mite replacements) - the pickguard was missing a chunk and the bridge was missing a saddle so I just replaced them. I don't know where the originals are, as I'm in the middle of breaking down and moving my studio (that's also why I'm selling the bass). Everything works but probably needs a thorough cleaning and going through. Truss rod is good and works/turns in both directions. Low E string buzzes on third fret - I just don't have time to do the work at this time. No case.
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Dporto said:
1975 (or thereabout) Gibson Ripper bass. Road worn (see photos) and needs some adjustment but other than that, it's the real deal/diamond in the rough. All original except pickguard and bridge (Mighty Mite replacements) - the pickguard was missing a chunk and the bridge was missing a saddle so I just replaced them. I don't know where the originals are, as I'm in the middle of breaking down and moving my studio (that's also why I'm selling the bass). Everything works but probably needs a thorough cleaning and going through. Truss rod is good and works/turns in both directions. Low E string buzzes on third fret - I just don't have time to do the work at this time. No case.
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Do you still have the bass am in Australia
 
David Sutkin

David Sutkin

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For all of you who claim to be in the know about what the CURRENT market value for Rippers should be, check Reverb .... Gibson Bass Guitars | Reverb

Back in 2015, 2016, 2017 You could buy a good used Ripper for $1,500 'ish, and those days are gone OR maybe it's just a seller's market right now but as of the summer of 2021, you'd be hard-pressed to find a clean, original Ripper, with OHSC for anywhere near $1,500 .... Trust me on this, I'm a chronic window shopper / buyer.

OP, I just sent you a PM ... If you're in the NY Metro area, so am I
 

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