Vintage guitars for sale: Gibson EB3

This is an original early 70's Gibson EB-3 Bass husk. The color was originally cherry red, and you can still see cherry on the neck and other areas, but most of the bass has faded to brown. The finish is original. There are nicks, dings, chips, scratches and buckle wear. No cracks. The frets and fingerboard show wear, but nothing out of the ordinary considering the age. The husk played well with no buzzing and good action (not super low, but good) when parts were on it. The truss rod works as it... more

One owner, bought new in 1969 from Quigly Music in Kansas City with original Gibson Case. One small strap rub on back with minor finish scratches on back as seen in photos.... more

This Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Pair of Tone Control Knobs comes from my Vintage Circa 1960's EB-3.
I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The items are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - 1969, even though the tuners were Gibson closed tuners on my bass. Serial Number ... more

This original Mini Humbucker pick up comes from my Vintage circa 1960??s EB-3
The mini humbucker, from the bridge position of a Gibson EB-3 bass guitar from the 1960s. These pickups are known for producing a sharper, brighter tone compared to the "mudbucker" neck pickup. The mini humbucker from this era typically features a chrome cover and is smaller in size compared to other pickups like the larger mudbucker used at the neck.
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ORIGINAL  1969 USA Gibson bass string nut from a parted EB-3 , String grooves are original size, see pics for dimensions, original patina,   Original 1969 Gibson, Thanks for looking!


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vintage 1969-70 Gibson EB-3 SG Short Scale Bass. Refinished. Does not include a case
The varitone switch has been modified / replaced with a 10-position switch. The original "1 2 3 4" poker chip is missing. The bridge cover is missing, and those holes were filled (likely at the time of refinishing). Pot Code 1377018 indicates CTS (137) and 18th week of 1970. Wiring appears original but likely resoldered at some point. Original Schaller machines. Original pickups
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Up for sale, a 1967 Gibson EB-3 in 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with a padded softshell case. Introduced in 1961 and crafted at Gibson??s Kalamazoo factory, the EB-3 features a short 30 1 / 2?? scale length, mute-equipped bridge, dual pickups, and gloss Cherry nitro lacquer finish
Described in the 1967 Gibson catalog as ??the ultimate in an ultra thin, hand contoured solid body Gibson Electric Bass, ?? the EB-3 sports solid mahogany construction with a ... more

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This Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Pair of Volume Control Knobs comes from my Vintage Circa 1960's EB-3.
I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The items are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - 1969, even though the tuners were Gibson closed tuners on my bass. Serial Number... more

. Out of an old collection of parts See pictures ask questions painted with hobby paint in the psychedelic 70s. Should clean up nicely


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This Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Chrome Pick up Cover w / Screws comes from my Vintage 1969 -1970 EB-3.
I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The item and accompanying pieces are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - 1969, even though the tuners were Gibson closed tuners ... more

Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Control Cavity Cover Backplate w / Screws
This Control Cavity Cover Backplate comes from my Vintage 1969 -1970 EB-3. I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The item and accompanying screws are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - 1969, even ... more

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This Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Guitar Strap Buttons Complete set w / Screws comes from my Vintage Circa 1960's EB-3.
I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The item and accompanying pieces are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - 1969, even though the tuners were Gibson ... more

1960s EBO Bass rear cavity cover w / Screws for your EBO Bass Restoration Solid original that appears to have been over sprayed with some type of clear lacquer will clean up nicely for your 60s EBO Restoration .... more

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This Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Tuners Complete set includes Nuts & Washers comes from my Vintage 1969 -1970 EB-3.
I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The item and accompanying pieces are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - ... more

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Beautiful stunning EB three Gibson guitar Bass original case, one lady owner, left as found 1970s i??ll let the Pictures do the talking or the playing ! Enjoy laurence & sally of StorageWars and baggage battles currently www roundthebend tv
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This original Humbucker pick up comes from my Vintage circa 1960??s EB-3
Commonly called the "mudbucker" pickup, it is a distinctive humbucker pickup used in Gibson EB-3 bass guitars from the 1960s. This large pickup is known for its deep, bass-heavy tone
It was typically placed near the neck of the bass guitar and contributed to the signature sound of the Gibson EB series during that era
The last picture shows the assembly as it was on the original bass?? All parts were working ... more

This Vintage Original 1960's Gibson EB-3 Pickguard Complete set w / Screws comes from my Vintage Circa 1960's EB-3.
I purchased this bass in 1989 from the original owner, who told me he bought it new from the music store as a teen, in the 1960's. The item and accompanying pieces are exactly what were on the bass when I bought it in 1989. My friend who worked for Gibson for many decades confirmed the year of the bass was most likely 1965 - 1969, even though the tuners were Gibson closed ... more

Here we a have a Pre-Owned Excellent Condition 1973 VINTAGE GIBSON EB-3 BASS. I Just put it through the Shop to make sure everything is up to snuff. I am very meticulous when it comes to my gear, I baby my stuff. Everything is in perfect working order. I just had it completely set up with brand New FENDER FLATOUND 45-100'S so it plays wonderful. Truss Rod is in good working condition Neck is Straight action is perfect. (I like the action low) so it set perfect and plays like a dream. All the ... more

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This month The Bass Palace will be listing 15 to 20 vintage cases from The Swami's own personal collection. Most of these are in primo condition and some are actually NOS. There are even some seldom-seen ones to be offered. These are the cream-of-the-crop if you are looking for a case worthy of your own special instrument. As an intro I am offering FREE shipping to the lower 48 thru 11 / 15 (a $40-60 savings)! But make no mistake, once the sale ... more

Vintage Early 1960s Gibson NICKEL EBO Bass Mute EBO, EB2, EB3 / WITH NEW FELT& 3 NEW mounting screws
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1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* interior has stains
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* worn but solid
* check all pics
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1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* strap that holds case open=GONE
* bottom and top are loose =need reglueing
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* check all pics
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NARROW 42 mm version
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1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* strap that holds case open=GONE
* bottom and top are loose =need reglueing
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* check all pics
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS... more

1971 GIBSON EB 3 SLOTTED HEADSTOCK BASS CASE - made in USA :
* CASE ONLY !
* interior has stains
* tolex has rips
* all latches are working fine
* worn but solid
* check all pics
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The Gibson EB-3 is a bass guitar introduced in 1961 and discontinued in 1979. It was produced at Gibson's plant in Kalamazoo, MI It features a slim SG-style body, a short 30 5" scale, and two pick up's (a large humbucking pickup in the neck position and a mini humbucker pickup in the bridge position). The electronics include a four-way rotary pickup selector switch (for Series 1 basses: neck pickup with midrange notch, bridge, bridge and neck with low end rolled off neck pickup, neck pickup with... more

Available now is this 1965 Gibson EB3. One of only 339 shipped in that year, and one of even fewer that made it this side of the pond
The EB-3, widely known as the classic Cream bass, was used and made most famous by Jack Bruce from blues-rock pioneers 'Cream' around 1967 onwards. He had a few of them over that time period, but his main and most photographed instrument was a matching '65. The spacing between the control knobs was changed in 1965 to match the guitar line, so only a percentage... more

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