Gibson switched from bakelite bass pickup covers to metal in 1962; although Gibson EB-0 and Epiphone Newport basses continued to use up the bakelite covers into 1963, presumably until stock was exhausted.
The pickup itself was unchanged. Just four screws hold the cover in place; note the spacing differs from the earlier bakelite-covers, and the later narrow/tall covers. Dimensions 2 1/4" x 3 3/8". They are slightly wedge-shaped, rising from 1/8" (neck side) to 3/16" (bridge side).
Initially covers were nickel-plated (part code PU-601-N), at least as fitted to the EB-0 and Newport, and chrome-plated (part code PU-601-CR) for the EB-3, but by 1965 the majority of basses seem to have had chrome-plated covers. As is always the case with Gibson, there are exceptions. Also fitted to the EB-2 and Rivoli.
The EB bass humbucker didn't have the traditional arrangement of windings around the magnet; rather the coils (covered with black insulating tape) lie vertically around a central former with an Alnico magnet at either end. The four polepieces are situated in the center of the pickup, in a metal (later plastic) bobbin between the two coils. The coil assembly is screwed onto a metal 'frame' from below with two screws visible on the underside.
Upgraded with a new, taller pickup cover (here) gradually across 1967/68.
Some basses fitted with this pickup
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Gibson EB-O Electric Bass Guitar 1972 Walnut Kalamazoo Short Scale Humbucker
New Brunswick, New Jersey, 089**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1700
Not Being A Bass Maven, The Specs On This Is The Closest That I Could Find Online So Don??t Hold Me To Every Single Detail. First Off I??ve Had This Bass For A Long Time & Used It Sparingly. It??s Been Kept In A Case & Is In Great Condition. Plays Good, Sounds Awesome, Electronics Are Quiet, No Frets Buzz & Really Has No Issues. Seems Like It??s All Original So Let??s Get Into The Details
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... more
Gibson 1972 EB-O Mahogany Body(Walnut Finish), 3 Piece Maple Neck w / 22?? Short Scale 21 ... more
1981 Gibson Victory Bass Guitar Loaded Pickguard Pickup Part
Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$575
1981 Gibson Victory Bass Guitar Loaded Pickguard 4 ply Blk &Wht guard, TARBACK pickup with 1981 date code, all factory and working. Normal playwear, scratches, NO CRACKS or CHIPS, NO EXTRA HOLES DRILLED. Includes original Nickel mounting screws ORIGINAL 1981 GIBSON, THANKS for looking!
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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 NOS 1960 s Gibson Epiphone Newport Bass Pickup
Coldwater, Michigan, 490**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$400
Vintage NOS 1960s Gibson Epiphone Newport Bass Pickup .The pickup reads 14 52K ohms
New old stock
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New old stock
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Vintage 1970's Gibson EB-0 EB-3 or EB-2 Bass Neck Pickup
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$300
This pickup came off of a mid 70's Gibson EB-3 Bass. Reads 30 32 ohms. I don't guarantee exact ohm readings, but I do guarantee full output. Full length wire. Wear and string marks on cover
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Vintage early-mid 1970's Gibson EB-2 or EB-3 Bass BRIDGE Pickup 5 96
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$300
Normal vintage wear. Minor scratches and string wear on cover. Reads 5 96 on my meter. I can't guarantee exact ohm readings but I do guarantee full output. Full length 7 inches of wire. Original screws and springs included
Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I will NOT declare lower values or ... more
Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I will NOT declare lower values or ... more
Gibson 1960s Chrome EB-3 Bass mini-Humbucker Bridge Pickup
Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$283
Gibson 1960s Chrome EB-3 Bass mini-Humbucker Bridge Pickup
6 87K Lead Length: Approximately 7 inches.
ORIGINAL Black Patent No. 2, 737, 842 sticker on the bottom
Comes with original mounting Bolts and springs
SHIPPED FULLY INSURED... more
6 87K Lead Length: Approximately 7 inches.
ORIGINAL Black Patent No. 2, 737, 842 sticker on the bottom
Comes with original mounting Bolts and springs
SHIPPED FULLY INSURED... more
Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass MIDDLE Pickup 5 45
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
This came from the middle position of a 1976 Gibson S-1. Same pickup as used on G-3 Basses. Reads 5 45 ohms on my meter with full length for (S-1) wire. I can't guarantee that it will read the same on yours, but I do guarantee that it works as it should. It's in good shape, but there's some wear on the cover. Original Springs and screws included.
Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making ... more
Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making ... more
Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass NECK Pickup 5 50
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
This came from the neck position of a 1976 Gibson S-1. Same pickup as used on G-3 Basses. Reads 5 50 ohms on my meter with full length for (S-1) wire. I can't guarantee that it will read the same on yours, but I do guarantee that it works as it should. It's in good shape, but there's some wear on the cover. Small chip on the underside. Won't be seen when installed. Original Springs and screws included.
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Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than... more
Gibson 1960's era EBO Sidewinder Bass Pickup with Black Cover
Dunnellon, Florida, 344**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
Gibson 60's era pickup that came off a 60's era EBO. This is a sidewinder humbucker with a black cover.... more
Vintage 1970's Gibson S-1 Guitar or G-3 Bass BRIDGE Pickup 5 348
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$280
This came from the bridge position of a 1976 Gibson S-1. Same pickup as used on G-3 Basses. Reads 5 348 ohms on my meter with full length for (S-1) wire. I can't guarantee that it will read the same on yours, but I do guarantee that it works as it should. It's in good shape, but there's some wear on the cover. Springs and screws included. Two springs are not original
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Sales tax will be added by ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers ... more
Gibson USA Thunderbird Bass Guitar Pickup 9 75K
Port Charlotte, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$270
This is a Gibson USA Thunderbird Bass Guitar Pickup Reads a strong 9 75K on my meter here in Florida There is some wear on the cover, normal scratches, marks, etc Please look at all the pictures Sold as is All Sales Final No Returns Buyer pays shipping, thanks
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Vintage 1960's-70s Gibson EB-0 EB-3 or EB-2 Bass Pickup
Portland, Maine, 041**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$269
Vintage 1960's-70s Gibson EB-0 EB-3 or EB-2 Bass Pickup reads 30 57 on my ohm meter... more
Vintage 60s 70s Gibson Mini-Humbucker BASS Pickup 6 06 ohms for EB-3 EB-2D #4777
Lafayette, Louisiana, 705**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
This is an original vintage 60s-70s Chrome covered Gibson Mini-Humbucker pickup as used on bridge position of EB-3 EB-2D. It shows normal vintage wear. Some scratches and string wear on the chrome cover. worn Pat. number sticker on back. Reads 6 06 on my meter. Original solder to the cover. I cannot guarantee exact ohm readings, but I do guarantee that the pickup works and sounds as it should.... more
Vintage 60s 70s Gibson Mini-Humbucker BASS Pickup 6 26 ohms for EB-3 EB-2D #4870
Lafayette, Louisiana, 705**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$250
This is an original vintage 60s-70s Chrome covered Gibson Mini-Humbucker pickup as used on bridge position of EB-3 EB-2D. It shows normal vintage wear. Some scratches and string wear on the chrome cover. worn Pat. number sticker on back. Reads 6 25 on my meter. Original solder to the cover. I cannot guarantee exact ohm readings, but I do guarantee that the pickup works and sounds as it should.... more
70??s EB-3 Gibson USA Mini Humbucker Bass Guitar Pickup Bridge Chrome 4 String
State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$220
Up for sale is a late 60's or early 70??s Gibson USA EB-3 Patent Number bridge bass guitar humbucker. It's in 100% working condition. Most of my items ship within 24 hours of payment. Thanks for looking!
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1978 Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar Pickup
State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$175
Up for sale is an 1978 Gibson RD Artist bass guitar pickup. 100% percent working condition. Thanks for looking and please and any questions. Most of my items ship the next day if purchased before 8pm EST
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1978 Gibson RD Artist Bass Guitar Pickup
State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$175
Up for sale is an 1978 Gibson RD Artist bass guitar pickup. 100% percent working condition. Thanks for looking and please and any questions. Most of my items ship the next day if purchased before 8pm EST
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Vintage 1970's Gibson G-3 Bass or S-1 BRIDGE Pickup 5 41
Cincinnati, Ohio, 452**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$175
1970's Gibson EB-3 BASS Pickup Mounting Rings + Screws ORIGINAL Surrounds
Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$150
This is an original pair of mounting rings taken from an early 70's Gibson EB-3 Bass. Original mounting screws are included. Normal vintage wear. No cracks
Sales tax will be added by Ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I will NOT declare lower values or declare items as gifts under any circumstance.... more
Sales tax will be added by Ebay. I will ship most of my items to many countries other than USA, but I ask that all buyers contact me before making a purchase. Foreign buyers are responsible for all of their taxes and customs duties. I will NOT declare lower values or declare items as gifts under any circumstance.... more