gibson basses

  1. 1984 Gibson Explorer bass
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    For sale 1984 Gibson Explorer bass

    1984 Gibson Explorer, everything looks original, everything functions, plays well The only issues are the finish is rough as shown, and there was a headstock break/repair done at some time, it's solid. No offers or trades $1500 shipped
    $1,500.00
  2. 2005 Gibson Les Paul Cherryburst 4 string bass
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    For sale 2005 Gibson Les Paul Cherryburst 4 string bass

    Up for sale is my 2005 Gibson Les Paul bass. I’ve owned this bass since 2011 and have rarely played it. I don’t like to use the word “mint” but it’s near that condition. All original except Dunlop strap locks. Black OHSC. Bass weighs approx 10.5lbs. Normally I sell on the ‘Verb. Plenty of...
    $2,900.00
  3. Gibson Ripper Bass
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    For sale Gibson Ripper Bass

    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...
    $1,650.00
  4. D

    For Sale Gibson Ripper Bass

    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...
  5. F

    Gibson EB0-EB3 transformation

    To any luthiers or people who are smarter than I am, I’m getting a 1961 EB0 but I’m Going to put a bridge pickup in it with all the controls of the EB3, will I still be able to have the original wiring of the EB0 by just adding the wiring for the controls that are not on it? Or will it all have...
  6. Gibson Thunderbird
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    For sale Gibson Thunderbird

    I’m selling my Gibson thunderbird. It’s date of completion was 4/08/19 however I just purchased it about a month and a half ago brand new from zZounds. It has no wear and still has the plastic cover on the pickgaurd as you can see in the photos. It has a handful of hours of play time I would...
    $1,050.00
  7. Robbie7

    SOLD Gibson Thunderbird

    I’m selling my Gibson thunderbird. It’s date of completion was 4/08/19 however I just purchased it about a month and a half ago brand new from zZounds. It has no wear and still has the plastic cover on the pickgaurd as you can see in the photos. It has a handful of hours of play time I would...
  8. Gibson SG Standard Bass ••Price Drop••
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    For sale Gibson SG Standard Bass ••Price Drop••

    Hi all. I'm hoping to sell my 2018 Gibson SG Standard bass. It's a beautiful instrument in like new condition. It's a short scale bass and a 30.5" scale bass just isn't for me. But it is a rocker!! Jack Bruce used a Gibson EB-3 and the SG Standard bass is a direct descendant. Heritage Cherry...
    $975.00
  9. louiedi

    SOLD Gibson SG Standard Bass ••Price Drop••

    Hi all. I'm hoping to sell my 2018 Gibson SG Standard bass. It's a beautiful instrument in like new condition. It's a short scale bass and a 30.5" scale bass just isn't for me. But it is a rocker!! Jack Bruce used a Gibson EB-3 and the SG Standard bass is a direct descendant. Heritage Cherry...
  10. 2013 Gibson Midtown bass (Ebony) w/ upgrades
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    For sale 2013 Gibson Midtown bass (Ebony) w/ upgrades

    2013 Gibson Midtown bass in Ebony with creme binding. -No scratches, dings or dents -OHSC included -8lbs 9oz - Upgraded with Dimarzio Will Power neck p/u. Amazing difference. Original p/u included. -upgraded with Hipshot full contact bridge. Sustain for days. Original bridge included...
    $900.00
  11. jtarmino

    SOLD 2013 Gibson Midtown bass (Ebony) w/ upgrades

    2013 Gibson Midtown bass in Ebony with creme binding. -No scratches, dings or dents -OHSC included -8lbs 9oz - Upgraded with Dimarzio Will Power neck p/u. Amazing difference. Original p/u included. -upgraded with Hipshot full contact bridge. Sustain for days. Original bridge included...
  12. Gibson RD Artist Bass 2018
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    For sale Gibson RD Artist Bass 2018

    MINT 2018 GIBSON RD ARTIST 4-string BASS - Gibson Hardshell case included with this sale. The factory plastic is still on the pickguard as well as the control cavity. After a long hiatus from playing bass, I got back into it about (3) months ago. This was the first bass I bought. After a bit...
    $1,399.00
  13. dorej

    SOLD Gibson RD Artist Bass 2018

    MINT 2018 GIBSON RD ARTIST 4-string BASS - Gibson Hardshell case included with this sale. The factory plastic is still on the pickguard as well as the control cavity. After a long hiatus from playing bass, I got back into it about (3) months ago. This was the first bass I bought. After a bit...
  14. TobyTheBass

    Extra wide bass cases?

    My latest bass, a beautiful 1979 Gibson G-3, is going to need to be transported but there’s one problem... the body measures near enough 15 inches in width and I just can’t find any hard cases out there that have dimensions this wide. The Flying V style headstock is also wide so there is that to...
  15. Babicz Full Contact Hardware 3-Point Bridge for Gibson basses
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    For sale Babicz Full Contact Hardware 3-Point Bridge for Gibson basses

    This bridge has very little use time and it's in excellent shape. $75 shipped CONUS.
    $75.00
  16. bullitproof

    SOLD Babicz Full Contact Hardware 3-Point Bridge for Gibson basses

    This bridge has very little use time and it's in excellent shape. $75 shipped CONUS.
  17. J

    epiphone/gibson thunderbird

    Hello All, I'm new to the forum but I like the content that I see so I figured id give this a try. I recently purchased an Epiphone Thunderbird IV. Pretty happy with it, but I have two concerns/questions that id like to throw out there. Its size and shape. I cant seem to find a case big...
  18. Two Killer Gibson Basses for your Rick 4001
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    For sale Two Killer Gibson Basses for your Rick 4001

    Ok, I'm going out on a limbe here but...Here goes.. I have two really nice Gibson Basses that I would trade for a 75 or prior Rick 4001. The first is a 2012 Gibson Non reverse T Bird w/60's style pickups. It comes with original pups and case. It KILLS! and has no issues. The 2nd is a 1977 Gibson...
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  19. weekend warrior

    SOLD Two Killer Gibson Basses for your Rick 4001

    Ok, I'm going out on a limbe here but...Here goes.. I have two really nice Gibson Basses that I would trade for a 75 or prior Rick 4001. The first is a 2012 Gibson Non reverse T Bird w/60's style pickups. It comes with original pups and case. It KILLS! and has no issues. The 2nd is a 1977 Gibson...
  20. Gibson SG

    Gibson SG

    Darkstar pickups, Hipshot bridge
  21. 1991 Tobias Standard 5
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    For sale 1991 Tobias Standard 5

    1991 Tobias Standard 5 These are Pre-Gibson basses in the sense that they were worked on by Michael Tobias and his original Tobias crew from Tobias Guitars in Burbank California prior to Gibson moving the Tobias brand to Nashville. At the time these basses were made , Tobias basses were so...
    $1,350.00
  22. omardottcom

    SOLD 1991 Tobias Standard 5

    1991 Tobias Standard 5 These are Pre-Gibson basses in the sense that they were worked on by Michael Tobias and his original Tobias crew from Tobias Guitars in Burbank California prior to Gibson moving the Tobias brand to Nashville. At the time these basses were made , Tobias basses were so...
  23. M

    Bass Guitar Plans?

    Hi Talkbassers - I haven't posted here in a while - wondering what the best resource is for finding plans or blueprints to use for building specific models. I'm particularly interested in building a Gibson Triumph bass - does anyone know where I might find build specs for this? Thanks for your...
  24. 1967 EB-3

    1967 EB-3

    Gibson low-z "Les Paul Bass Studio Pickup" added by Alexander Dumble 1974.
  25. Hipshot 3 anchor  bridge (Gibson)
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    For sale Hipshot 3 anchor bridge (Gibson)

    Hello fellow TBers , up for grabs is a slightly used hipshot three anchor replacement bridge compatible with three anchor (post )Gibson and epiphone bass guitars shipping is included in the price and ships to the lower 48 only
    $80.00
  26. 4stringmachinepete

    SOLD Hipshot 3 anchor bridge (Gibson)

    Hello fellow TBers , up for grabs is a slightly used hipshot three anchor replacement bridge compatible with three anchor (post )Gibson and epiphone bass guitars shipping is included in the price and ships to the lower 48 only
  27. Epiphone Elite Thunderbird Bass
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    For sale Epiphone Elite Thunderbird Bass

    $850 Early 2000's Epiphone Elitist Thunderbird bass. Crafted in Japan at the Orville/Gibson factory.Mahogany body, mahogany set neck, rosewood fretboard, bone nut, Gibson USA TB Plus humbucker pickups with chrome covers, three point chrome bridge, vintage style chrome tuners, large headstock...
    $850.00
  28. Ted8383

    SOLD Epiphone Elite Thunderbird Bass

    $850 Early 2000's Epiphone Elitist Thunderbird bass. Crafted in Japan at the Orville/Gibson factory.Mahogany body, mahogany set neck, rosewood fretboard, bone nut, Gibson USA TB Plus humbucker pickups with chrome covers, three point chrome bridge, vintage style chrome tuners, large headstock...
  29. 1974 Gibson Ripper

    1974 Gibson Ripper

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    No Gibson Basses for 2016? Whats the deal?

    I was just on Gibsons website and the only bass they have listed for their 2016 catalog is the Gibson Les Paul Bass. Are they discontinuing all their other models like the Thunderbird, SG, EB Bass etc? That sucks if its true. What is the deal does anyone know for sure?
  31. Shortie

    Gibson Gripes:

    I just sent this to Gibson Customer support: I've got a new SG bass. I love the bass. But: 1) The tool for adjusting the truss rod DOES NOT FIT. The notch that exposes the nut of the truss rod is tapered and it's too narrow at the top to fit the tool in correctly. BAD! I expect quality from a...