Although never quite taking off like Fender, Gibson made a variety of very cool basses, with the EB-3 being perhaps one of the more iconic silhouettes. Closely adopting the shape of the SG, the EB-3 was introduced in 1961 and was produced until around 1979.
This particular example dating to 1972 features the neck pickup moved closer to the bridge, the two point bridge, as well as a neck volute, which when combined with the serial range point to that particular year. Pickups appear original, with the mini-humbucker in the bridge featuring a classic 'patent number' sticker. Electronics appear original however due to the placing of solder, it's a little hard to make out the year on the pots.
A great player with tonnes of tonal variety courtesy of the varitone control, this example is so much fun and gets you at least 15% of the way towards playing like Jack Bruce. Has all the expected wear, with plenty of dings and scratches, but no sign of repairs.
Hardware is fully functional, and plays with a low action. Includes an aftermarket case, as well as the original bridge, and bridge cover.
