Vintage guitars for sale: short scale bass

1970s Teisco Kent 24" Short Scale Electric Bass Guitar - Purple
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This 1970s Teisco Kent 24" Short Scale Electric Bass Guitar - Purple is in overall very good cosmetic condition. New Ernie Ball short scale slinky strings installed. One replaced tuning knob. Both volume and tone knobs work, tone has some static when adjusting. Plays ok, could use an adjustment, intonation is a bit odd but I am not sure how to adjust it. I am not an expert, please ask with any ... more

Great condition, purchased at Main Drag Music in 2011 or 12. Wonderful sound, no issues of any kind... more

Bass has some finish cracks all over the body. See pic 4, I??ve tried to capture it. Very common for its age. No major blemishes, but not mint condition. Mute still works great, all original pickups still sound like they did in the 60s.

I have the original case, but it wasn??t easily accessible at the time of posting. I may have updated or would be happy to add pics if a serious buyer wants them. Case is in rugged condition.

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This is a Vintage 1968 Gibson EB-0 SG-Style Short-Scale Electric Bass w / Single Humbucker, Original Case, Professional Setup SN: #5674!This bass's serial number is #955674 This particular bass weighs 7 pounds 12 2 ounces The pictures are of the actual instrument for sale
If you have any information regarding this bass, please send us a message and let us know! We've tried our best, I promise, to make sure everything we've put in this listing is true and honest! Having said that, this ... more

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Up for sale, a 1971 Fender Competition Mustang Bass in exceptional, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. Featuring a Competition Red finish, this particular color is essentially Candy Apple Red with a (uniformly yellowed) Olympic White racing stripe
The bass has a rich, round acoustic voice with smooth sustain and a touch of growl in the top end. There's a certain pluck and punch unique to this bass that's particularly appealing and... more

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

Early 1960s Kay Value Leader Bass

Ultra-Short Scale, about 24 75??, about the same as a guitar

Currently strung with LaBella Flatwounds

New cream pearloid pickguard

Great player
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Up for sale, a 1966 Mosrite Ventures Model bass in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. A genuine vintage USA-made example, this bass was crafted in Bakersfield, CA
Tonewoods include a basswood body, maple neck, and bound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, and this bass has a 30 1 / 2" scale length. Strung with 45-100 D??addario Chromes flatwound strings, the bass delivers plenty of thick low end thump, and smooth, punchy growl, particularly round-sounding with the Tone knob ... more

RARE FIND
This is a cool little Pro Bass!
It's not a toy; it's more of a travel bass guitar, very good quality, built in Japan at the Matsumoku plant for Quest / Vantage
25" Scale. 38" in total length
Fun to play, and in very good condition considering that it's over 40 years old
But shows some small nicks and dings through out, I circled in yellow the most major
Appears to be all original
Own a killer piece of vintage history with this Fun MIJ short scale travel ... more

Up for sale, a 1992 Greco EGB-100 LP Custom-style bass in excellent condition and in perfect working order. Invoking the aesthetic of a ??Black Beauty?? with a gloss Ebony finish framed by multi-ply binding and accented by gold hardware, the short scale Greco was crafted at the Fujigen factory in Japan
Featuring the late '70s LP tonewood complement of a mahogany body, maple cap, three-piece maple neck, and slab rosewood fretboard, and this bass weighs 10lbs 15oz. The humbucker pair visually ... more

Up for sale, a 1966 Mosrite Ventures Model bass in exceptional condition and in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. A genuine vintage USA-made example, this bass was crafted in Bakersfield, CA
Tonewoods include a basswood body, maple neck, and bound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, and this bass has a 30 1 / 2" scale length. Strung with 45-100 D'addario Chromes flatwound strings, the bass delivers bold bark and growl, with thick low end thump with the Tone knob rolled back to... more

Up for sale, a 1965 Mosrite Ventures Model bass in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case  A genuine vintage USA-made example, this Mosrite bass was crafted in Bakersfield, CA, 100% original save for a modern pair of potentiometers
The body has a prominent German Carve, and the heavily figured flame maple neck (an unusual feature on any vintage Mosrite) is capped by a bound Brazilian rosewood fretboard. Strung with 45-100 D??Addario ... more

Up for sale, a 1965 Mosrite Ventures Model bass in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case  A genuine vintage USA-made example, this Mosrite bass was crafted in Bakersfield, CA
The body has a prominent German Carve, and the maple neck is capped by a bound Brazilian rosewood fretboard. Strung with 45-100 D??Addario Chromes flatwound strings, the bass has a bold thump and thick growl via the hotly wound neck position single ... more

For your viewing pleasure is this vintage Domino short scale violin bass in a beautiful sunburst finish. Plays exceptionally well, has great action, and a beautiful, vintage tone. This is one of the best sounding and playing violin style basses we've played, better than many original German made originals. Not all of these were created equally, and this is one of the best. Displays gorgeously with stunning flame figuring on the back and some minor checking due to age. Exact scale length measures... more

Up for sale, a 1965 Mosrite Ventures Model bass in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case  A vintage USA-made Mosrite crafted in Bakersfield, CA, this short scale bass boasts early Ventures Model specs including the Sunburst-finished neck and headstock face, larger Ventures headstock logo, clover button tuners, smooth (non-embossed) pickup covers, and neck bolts hidden beneath the decorative kidney neck plate
Tonewoods include a basswood body, maple neck, and bound... more

Used. See photos for condition. Sold as is. Could use a little TLC. Will make sure to package it properly and send safely.
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Awesome bass. Original electronics and hardware. Still has the string dampener and it works! Great tone. This is a two-owner guitar from Oklahoma City. It was played lovingly by its original owner, Don Storck, from the time that he purchased it new by in 1967 at different gigs over the years. It has earned its wonderful patina from years of playing, and it looks great. It has all the expected finish checking that you would expect to see on a guitar of this vintage. The second pick guard was ... more

Up for sale is a very nice, rare 1966 TOMBO Crystal Bass-GY short scale 4 string bass guitar. This unique bass guitar is in excellent condition and fully functional. The fret board measures 13 3 / 4" long and the entire guitar measures 29" in total length. Comes with original case.... more

1970s Teisco Tele-Star Short Scale Bass w / Sunburst Finish, Small Block Inlays
For sale is a groovy vintage Tele-Star bass guitar that embodies the funky vibes of a bygone era. This Japanese-made beauty sports a striking sunburst finish that accentuates its classic design, making it a standout piece for any bassist seeking that authentic vintage flavor
This Tele-Star bass delivers a rich, warm sound that is perfect for players looking to add some vintage character to their music. Its ... more

RARE FIND
What a great playing little Fretless bass, play it on the go, anywhere!
It's not a toy; it's more of a travel bass guitar, very good quality, built in Japan at the Matsumoku plant for Quest / Vantage
25" Scale. 38" in total length
Fun to play, and in very good condition considering that it's over 40 years old, but it does have several dings, nicks, and scuffs throughout,
I circled in yellow the most major
Does not effect to playability whatsoever
Appears to ... more

I am selling a vintage 1972 Epiphone 4 string short scale bass guitar with its original case. Made in Japan. I have another guitar just like this with a perfect pickguard and I am going to put this perfect pickguard on this bass. The case is useable
Added photo: the excellent pickguard I removed from my other ET280 and will put in place of the original pickguard in the photo
There is a hairline crack on the body top I noticed after I took these photos. Please wait to bid until I get ... more

Up for sale, a 1963 Gibson EB-0 in perfect working order, 100% original save for a refret and carved bone nut, and complete with a hardshell case. Introduced in 1959 in response to declining sales of the EB-1, the EB-0 originally came with a Les Paul Junior style body, quickly superseded by the SG style body (like the example seen here) in 1961. Lightweight at 7lbs 7oz with solid mahogany construction, this bass delivers pure, fat low-end thump courtesy of the famous "Mudbucker" pickup. The rich... more

I am selling my 1970's Ventura short 30 5" scale bass guitar with its original case. It has one chip in the original black paint (mouse over last photo). Otherwise, it is in very good condition for its age.
I never had the chromed bridge cover.
Selling "as is " . No returns.... more

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This started life as a brand-new 2024 Squier by Fender Short-Scale Bronco Bass. It's been modified, upgraded and "Relic'd" (or Aged), to somewhat ... more

I am selling a really cool and very good looking Lyle short scale 4 string electric bass. It is missing the original truss rod cover at top and the original chrome bridge cover. Sounds great!!!
Selling "as is " . No returns.... more

1980 Yamaha Broad Bass VI
32' Short Scale
Serial # 027028
Weight: 9 lbs 10 oz's
Action at the 12th: 5 / 64
Nut Width: 1 68
Thickness of the neck at the First Fret is .85 and .95 at the Twelfth
Bridge Spacing: 2 35"
Radius: 7 25"
Tuning: Standard (E)
String Gauge: 45-10s
Comes in a Deluxe Padded Gig Bag


$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and ... more

Vox Bassmaster 1965
One of the tuners are not original
No case
Sounds great
Good condition as you can see in the pictures
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Very lovely sounding bass guitar with shadow humbuckers, very sad to see it go. Fully serviced and set up professionally, wiring has all been redone (one switch configuration is a killswitch)

Has all the usual dinks of a guitar of this age but looks well played in
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Hagstrom early-60's short scale bass guitar, serial number 587001. All original This instrument is owned by Rob Armstrong and was taken in part exchange over 30 years ago Guitar has been checked in Rob's workshop and no issues found It does have numerous marks and damage which have all been clearly photographed (zoom in for details) The guitar is supplied with a brand new ABS Hard case.... more

HAGSTROM Viking Short Scale Semi Hollow Electric Bass
Introducing the HAGSTROM Viking Short Scale Semi Hollow Electric Bass. This electric bass guitar offers a high-quality sound with its spruce ashwood body material and rosewood fretboard material. The 4-string configuration and right-handed handedness make it perfect for any aspiring musician. Its natural wood body colour and semi-hollow body type give it a classic and professional look. The neck is made of mahogany for added durability. ... more

Rare vox clubman short scale bass with custom head stock. Intonation needs a tune up and pots need servicing so consider this when purchasing. Comes with strap and gig bag
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Gretsch G2220 Electromatic Junior Jet Bass Short-Scale
Good condition.
Listed for collection from Kensington W14.
May be possible to send it if I can find some way to pack it, so contact me for a shipping price, mainland UK only.... more

Hagstrom Viking Bass weiß, gekauft Ende November 2020. Selten verwendet. Inklusive Original-Koffer. Leichte Verfärbung auf der Rückseite.... more

Epiphone Newport Bass Sunset Yellow - defekt!
Shortscale-Bass! Original Bass-Serie Korpus: Mahagoni Griffbrett / Hals: Indischer Lorbeer / Mahagoni Tonabnehmer: 1x TB PRO, 1x Bass Sidewinder (HS) Farbe & Finish: Sunset Yellow, Gloss Original Bass-Serie, Korpus: Mahagoni, Griffbrett / Hals: Indischer Lorbeer / Mahagoni, Tonabnehmer: 1x TB PRO, 1x Bass Sidewinder (HS), Farbe & Finish: Sunset Yellow, Gloss,... more

Epiphone Newport Bass California Coral - Retoure (Zustand: sehr gut)
Shortscale-Bass! Original Bass-Serie Korpus: Mahagoni Griffbrett / Hals: Indischer Lorbeer / Mahagoni Tonabnehmer: 1x TB PRO, 1x Bass Sidewinder (HS) Farbe & Finish: California Coral, Gloss Original Bass-Serie, Korpus: Mahagoni, Griffbrett / Hals: Indischer Lorbeer / Mahagoni, Tonabnehmer: 1x TB PRO, 1x Bass Sidewinder (HS), Farbe & Finish: ... more

Rare vintage (c. 1962-63) Fujigen Gakki short-scale bass. This is a Japanese copy of a Guyatone EB-4, and likely originally had a St. George, Canora, or Marvel logo. It has a very rare gold-foil bass pickup

It is in good condition for a 60-year-old guitar, and had a professional service, set-up and fret-level in December 2023; happy to provide paperwork upon request. Sporting all of the expected scuffs and dings but has an awesome (and authentic!) light-relic look. The ashtray is ... more

1969 VOX PANTHER BASS - SUPER SLIM BROOMSTICK NECK :
* refinished with a spray can, rough
* body has extra routs
* super slim neck=easy to play
* 1 changed tuner
* pickguard is totally WARPED
* needs parts=pickups, electronics, bridge & new pickguard ++PLENTY of PARTS for SALE ++
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1976 HOYER EB BASS -- made in GERMANY -- FRETLESS :
+ mahagony body finished in wine red, has lots of wear=check last 2 pics
+ mahogany neck with rosewood fingerboard, frets were removed, previous owner has inlaid a new name into the headstock, starts with G, 4 bolt neck construction
+ 2 humbuckers
+ chrome parts
+ low action
+ sounds very JACK BRUCE !
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MANUFACTURED AROUND 1969 IN GREAT ORIGINAL CONDITION, POST PRICE TO UK MAINLAND ONLY OR COLLECT FROM RM5
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Old bass for repair
Image search on Google seems to suggest this is a 1960s KAY made in Japan, but I'd definitely do your own research
I think it's short scale as its just under approx 31" from the saddles to the nut
It doesn't work as I've plugged it in, no sound. The jack socket is loose, so definitely for repairs
There's lots of fret wear, so definitely one for a project
Lots of marks but neck is straight with a tiny bit of relief and truss rod appears working fine, ... more