The circuitry of the Gibson Victory bass was the work of Gibson R&D team member Tim Shaw. Electrical components on the Gibson Victory Artist are accessible by removing the pickguard. See also the Victory Artist wiring photos.
There were two versions of the Gibson Victory Artist circuit. The first was used perhaps only in early-mid 1981. This is characterised by having the active/passive switch mounted on the scratchplate. The second is far more common and was labelled Revision B or Rev B on the circuit board itself. It has this switch soldered to the board, and three extra capacitors, affecting biasing within the circuit. The end result is a slight reduction in the high end bite when the treble is full on.
The Schematics are shown below. Click to enlarge (enlarged copy is in pdf format, for easy printing). Thanks to Kirkwood Rough for the creation of these schematics.
The first version of the Gibson Victory circuit (that we shall name Rev A)
The second version of the Gibson Victory circuit, Rev B
Gibson Victory bass switch layout, common to both Rev A and Rev B
Gibson Victory bass for sale
Gibson Victory Artist Active 4- string Bass -1981
Fernandina Beach, Florida, 320**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3800
GIBSON VICTORY STANDARD BASS GUITAR
Saint Petersburg, Florida, 337**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1750
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Vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Bass in original red finish
O'Fallon, Illinois, 622**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1550
The body color is a vibrant red that is sure to catch the eye of any collector or player. This bass is part of the Vintage series, which adds to its appeal. Whether you're a seasoned player or a collector, this Gibson Victory Bass is a must-have... more
1981 Gibson Victory Bass Red
New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1595
A killer bass with a nice fat tone and superb playability
This baby is a RED BEAST!
Bass plays and sounds fantastic.
Some honest signs of age and wear throughout
Completely original
Comes with nice brown hardshell case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays $125 shipping in the USA, $150 to Hawaii or Alaska, $400 International, $450 to Australia
Pay Pal Accepted
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Gibson Victory Artist Bass 81'
Blackfoot, Idaho, 832**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3800
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Leimen, 69***, GERMANY
€750
Gibson Victory Standard Candy Apple Red Classic Bass Guitar USA 1981
Arnside, Cumbria, LA5***, UNITED KINGDOM
£1100
When I bought this some years ago, it was advertised as being manufactured in 1981 and with a special paintjob. The special paint job is a refinish, and I'm pretty sure they painted the back of the neck as I've never seen another like it. Looks quite nice but has some chips and knocks but overall, it's a very cool 43 year old bass. Plays great. sound great but I'll only be selling it to somebody that comes and plays it in person ... more
VINTAGE 1982 USA GIBSON VICTORY BASS GUITAR TUNER
Monza, 20***, ITALY
€50
Gibson used these on the Victory Standard and Victory Artist basses from 1981, and occasionally the Victory Custom later in 1982
Hard to find, very rare and no longer produced
Very good condition, see pictures
Price for one tuner, available 4 tuners
Private auction, non guarantee
European bidders please email me for postage costs
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1981 Gibson Victory bass guitar
Brighton, UNITED KINGDOM
£2200
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