The Gibson SB400 bass and Gibson SG200 guitar were launched in 1971. Both were entry level instruments with relatively short production runs; 939 SB400s were shipped between the years 1971 and 1973, see SB bass shipping figures.
This publicity sheet was sent to Gibson dealers in February 1971, along with a covering letter:
This exciting new addition to the Gibson line of quality basses offers the sounds of today! Designed to meet the demands of today's music, the SB-300 with 30 1/2" scale or SB-400 with a long 34 1/2" scale truly offers the "punch" required to support a group! Deep, rich bass tonalities! Clean, clear highs! Available at the touch of a finger!
Gibson SB bass guitars for sale
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VINTAGE 1970'S GIBSON SB 450 BASS GUITAR PICKUP
Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$499
Vintage Gibson 1970's SB 450 Bass guitar pickup. Pickup is in good condition over all showing a little wear from over the years but nothing all that serious. Pickup read 6 02 and works as it should. If you have any questions please feel free to email me at anytime. Please continue to follow my listings for more vintage guitar parts and accessories to be listed in the following weeks. Thanks
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Vintage Gibson USA Bass Guitar SB-450 70's Natural 1971 1972 1973 EB Ripper
Orange, California, 928**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
Comes as seen
original finish shows wear marks scratches dents as seen
No damage or structural issues
Neck is straight and frets are good
Pickups and electronics tested and working
Original schaller made Gibson logo tuners
One tuner bent but still works ok
Missing the bass cover. Otherwise all there and complete
Includes fender gig bag
34?? scale
Weight 7 lbs 1 oz
Pots date to 1966
Serial # dates it to early 70s
1970, 1971, 1972
Will need some cleaning... more
original finish shows wear marks scratches dents as seen
No damage or structural issues
Neck is straight and frets are good
Pickups and electronics tested and working
Original schaller made Gibson logo tuners
One tuner bent but still works ok
Missing the bass cover. Otherwise all there and complete
Includes fender gig bag
34?? scale
Weight 7 lbs 1 oz
Pots date to 1966
Serial # dates it to early 70s
1970, 1971, 1972
Will need some cleaning... more
Gibson sb400 Bass 1971-1973 READ DESCRIPTION
Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1800
This is a Gibson SB400, in not fully original condition. When I recieved this bass the truss rod was busted, and it contained 0 of the original electronics and hardware. Check out the full video for all my restoration work. MAKE ME AN OFFER!
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I replaced the crappy old broken truss rod with a modern stewmac 2 way rod, and replaced the original fretboard with a stewmac indian rosewood fingerboard and refretted. It's now a 34 inch scale, ... more
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I replaced the crappy old broken truss rod with a modern stewmac 2 way rod, and replaced the original fretboard with a stewmac indian rosewood fingerboard and refretted. It's now a 34 inch scale, ... more
Electric Bass Guitar Gibson SB-450 70's Natural Made USA 188909 & Hard Case EUC
Corona del Mar, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2498
Electric Bass Guitar Gibson SB-450 70's Natural Made USA 188909 & Hard Case EUC
Condition: Excellent
SG Body
Full Scale Neck
Color: Natural Tan
Length: 44??
Width: Widest Part 13 1 / 4??
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Condition: Excellent
SG Body
Full Scale Neck
Color: Natural Tan
Length: 44??
Width: Widest Part 13 1 / 4??
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Beautiful Original 1971 Rare "GIBSON SB-40 BASS" Walnut Color wit Hardshell Case
Riverside, California, 925**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2795
This is an original 1971 SB-400 Bass in abso;ute Great Condition. It;s been completely gone through and set up looks and sounds like New. SG-shaped, and finished in walnut or cherry, these basses were very different to the EB basses available in 1971. In fact the body shape and colour about the only thing these basses have in common. SB: Alder body, a two-piece maple neck, small angle (7o) headstock angle and single coil pick ups. The mix of rounded rectangular metal parts with the translucent ... more