Yikes! Don't look now, but Indians have fired a bunch of arrows through your window and hit the side of your sofa. I think they're after your Gibby collection!
...and a nice collection it is!
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...and a nice collection it is!
No apologies needed. I’ve got a 74 and an 83 Ripper. I’m the original owner of the 74. And it’s been my main bass since I bought it back in the age when mythical beings still roamed the earth and the Elves had not yet all departed for the West.
You’ve got a great bass. Play it well.
Thanx!I'll do some photos either tomorrow or the next day, but I'm pretty happy with this little guy (goldtop es les paul bass). When Gibson has their act together they can produce a damn fine instrument. This is hands down the most excellent factory setup I have ever been witness to. I hope the folks working there will get through whatever the company itself is facing. Currently high on vanilla fumes. 
As promised, some shots of my little buddy. I've played Fender VI's and an EBMM Silhouette bass, so the scale length wasn't too far out of my comfort zone.
After banging away at practice I noticed big volume difference between a quiet E and the other strings. Screwing with pickups didn't help me much so a visit to my nearby tech confirmed my suspicion about that string. All he had for shorter scales was a set of DR Legends, so I'm working with those at the moment. The D string silk seems close, but it barely clears the nut.
It's growing on me. I don't think I would have picked one off the shelf, but I'm not turned off either. This may be a serendipity in the making. The ease of play is nice, I just need to sort out my settings and approach to know for sure. There's some really nice rosewood happening here.
After banging away at practice I noticed big volume difference between a quiet E and the other strings. Screwing with pickups didn't help me much so a visit to my nearby tech confirmed my suspicion about that string. All he had for shorter scales was a set of DR Legends, so I'm working with those at the moment. The D string silk seems close, but it barely clears the nut.
It's growing on me. I don't think I would have picked one off the shelf, but I'm not turned off either. This may be a serendipity in the making. The ease of play is nice, I just need to sort out my settings and approach to know for sure. There's some really nice rosewood happening here.
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That's me on the right in 1992 - I've been a member of the Gibson Club since 1984. That's my EB4L from '72 or '73, not sure of the year.
I'm afraid I may have to relinquish my number soon. Took my ES335 to this weekends gig and despite how great it looks, sounds and plays........I just can't get used to the size of the body, and I don't like to play my bass slung really low. Played it for a set and then couldn't get my Precision on fast enough for the rest of the night.
Funny part of this story is that I got a great deal on a Jack Casady goldtop on Wednesday. Probably end up moving that one out too. Such a shame, the thing has a massive sound.
Funny part of this story is that I got a great deal on a Jack Casady goldtop on Wednesday. Probably end up moving that one out too. Such a shame, the thing has a massive sound.
I am thinking about a Gibson bass.
Wondering if someone could tell me the difference in the EB versus the SG models.
Thanks Glen
Wondering if someone could tell me the difference in the EB versus the SG models.
Thanks Glen
Well, if you want the "old school" (Jack Bruce, Andy Fraser) Gibson sound, you should be looking at a pre-1973 EB-3 or EB-0.
If you like the looks, but would prefer a more modern sounding instrument, SG is the ticket.
There are so many variations within the EB range that it's not even funny. It's tough to make a recommendation without knowing what type of sound you're after.
TWO!!!! You have TWO Rippers!!!! Oh, man.....No apologies needed. I’ve got a 74 and an 83 Ripper. I’m the original owner of the 74. And it’s been my main bass since I bought it back in the age when mythical beings still roamed the earth and the Elves had not yet all departed for the West.
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You’ve got a great bass. Play it well.
I have a 2008 SG and never had the chance to compare to an EB-0 or an EB-3 or EB-3L. How different are they, especially from the EB-3 which has the 4 variable settings on the rotary switch
New Gibson day! 2007 Money bass - my 4th Gibby! Can't wait to get off work and plug her in...
Since I was so thrilled with the Epiphone vintage pro I had to go for the real deal to compare, so I just got a 2012 Tunderbird for a great price.
Man, this thing kicks some ass!!!
Man, this thing kicks some ass!!!
I know many people don't like these but I love them! Have had a five string since 2106 and just received the 4 string. It's a beast! Sounds and plays great, killer fretwork and weighs in at 7 lbs 3oz. Heavily modified the 5. Planning to leave the 4 string electronics stock.
