Useful information for Gibson G3 owners: description of the controls, schematics, wiring images, parts lists etc. For more general information about this bass see the G3 main page.
Gibson G-3 controls
Gibsons own description of this unique pickup arrangement, and it's operation
G3 control description sheet (1978)
G3 owners guide / hang tag
Gibson G-3 part lists
Gibson G3 parts lists (1977, 1981) - Components listed with part numbers
Gibson G3 potentiometer information - Details of the pots used in the G3
Gibson G3 scratchplate template - pdf file
G-3 circuitry
Gibson Grabber G3 circuit schematic
Gibson G3 circuit images
Gibson G-3 bass for sale
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Vintage 1976 Gibson G3 Grabber Electric Bass with original hard Gibson Case
East Amherst, New York, 140**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3200
This vintage Gibson G3 Grabber Electric Bass is a rare gem for any musician. With a beautiful blond body made of alder and maple, this right-handed bass guitar features a rosewood, ebony, and maple fretboard, making it a dream come true for any player. The 4-string configuration and vintage series add to its uniqueness, making it a must-have for any collector. This bass guitar comes with its original hard Gibson case, making it easy to transport and store. Perfect for any musician or collector, ... more
Vintage Gibson G3 pickups in Grabber style boutique bass
Lions Head, Ontario, N0H***, CANADA
C $4500
Fancy Gibson G3 style boutique bass with genuine vintage 1970s Gibson G3 pickups.
Through neck design.
Figured maple body & neck with exotic wood center stripe.
Ebony fret board
Ebony headstock
Ebony string-through body inset
Bone nut
4 way rotary switch gives extra setting for neck pickup only. First 3 positions same as traditional Gibson G3 bass. CTS pots
Orange drop capacitor
Hipshot 3 point bridge
Hipshot Ultralite tuning machines
Finish is French ... more
Through neck design.
Figured maple body & neck with exotic wood center stripe.
Ebony fret board
Ebony headstock
Ebony string-through body inset
Bone nut
4 way rotary switch gives extra setting for neck pickup only. First 3 positions same as traditional Gibson G3 bass. CTS pots
Orange drop capacitor
Hipshot 3 point bridge
Hipshot Ultralite tuning machines
Finish is French ... more
Vintage Gibson G3 pickups in Grabber style boutique bass
Lions Head, Ontario, N0H***, CANADA
C $4500
Fancy Gibson G3 style boutique bass with genuine vintage 1970s Gibson G3 pickups.
Through neck design.
Figured maple body & neck with exotic wood center stripe.
Ebony fret board
Ebony headstock
Ebony string-through body inset
Bone nut
4 way rotary switch gives extra setting for neck pickup only. First 3 positions same as traditional Gibson G3 bass. CTS pots
Orange drop capacitor
Hipshot 3 point bridge
Hipshot Ultralite tuning machines
Finish is French ... more
Through neck design.
Figured maple body & neck with exotic wood center stripe.
Ebony fret board
Ebony headstock
Ebony string-through body inset
Bone nut
4 way rotary switch gives extra setting for neck pickup only. First 3 positions same as traditional Gibson G3 bass. CTS pots
Orange drop capacitor
Hipshot 3 point bridge
Hipshot Ultralite tuning machines
Finish is French ... more