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Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
Gibson EB-1 (1970)
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Gibson EB-1 (1970)

Short Scale (Bass) · Vintage

Currently unavailable
DOCUMENTED HONESTLYEvery repair, every change
VETTED ON THE BENCHBefore it's listed
SINCE 1968Still independent
Gibson's Electric Bass history began in 1958 with the release of its first official "EB" model. Violin-inspired like Hofners of the same era, it pulled in many of the upright bass players of the day into a more compact, electrified instrument that could be played at higher volumes in a band context. Reintroduced in 1970, the EB-1 brought the classic EB stylings back into the fold. This particular example is one of just 404 shipped in '70, and has survived in Excellent condition throughout its life. It remains entirely original throughout, and includes its original telescopic stand and hardshell case. It's also quite light for one of these, coming in at just 9lbs. There's evidence of some light finish separation along the edge of the neck heel, but it's clean and shows no signs of compromise.

Playability is great, with a comfortable medium action and powerful, punchy tone from the original pickup. The neck has the typical Medium C carve that Gibson used throughout most of the 1960s, and the tapewound strings offer true vintage Gibson feel.
Condition: Vintage. Fully inspected and set up by TME staff before it ships or leaves the showroom.
Style Solidbody
Body Mahogany
Finish Nitrocellulose
Color Walnut w/ Black purfling
Pickups Original
Electronics Original "Mudbucker"
Controls Volume / Tone
Bridge Original
Tuners Original
Pickguard Original
Knobs Original
Neck Mahogany
Binding None
Fingerboard Rosewood
Neck Profile Medium C .84"-1.01"
Inlays Dots
Nut Original
Scale Length 30.5"
Condition Excellent
Serial # 882032
Weight 9lbs
Case Hardshell

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