Allen Woody and the Epiphone Rumblekat
The Epiphone Allen Woody Rumblekat bass. Short-scale mahogany body and set neck with a maple top. The wood types and construction, along with pickup placement are perfect for making a 'bassy' instrument - Rumblekat is indeed an apt name. Pictures courtesy of gibson.com and Gov't Mule
Allen had several custom-built instruments from Gibson, above left: double-neck bass/guitar an right: double-neck bass/mandolin. You can read more about Allen Woody's custom double necks at the Gibson website.
FlyGuitars Although using Gibson basses, Allen was also seen using a lot of Epiphone basses as well and he had a signature Epiphone bass made, how much involvement did he have in the design of that?
Warren Haynes Quite a bit actually, that was his project. He was very involved in the design of that bass and I think it was a beautifully designed bass, it turned out really great. You know it was a shame that it took so long for it to come to fruition
FlyGuitars Yeah it is a great bass I have to say I've got one myself and I really enjoy that bass. I think it's a good mix of styles having a hollow body but using the Mahogany construction.
Warren Haynes Woody knew a lot about instruments and about guitars and basses, instruments in general and why they sounded the way they did. He worked at Gruhn Guitars in Nashville for eight years and I'm sure he knew a lot before he even started work at Gruhn but eight years later he had learnt a tremendous amount about guitars. Someone could bring a guitar in to the room and from across the room he could tell you what year it was made and he would say that guitar was made in the later part of the year because that's when they switched the paint. You know he was just an avid collector and student of what made instruments tick, he was always thinking about what type of wood, what type of pickups, what type of finish, anything that could improve the sound
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Thanks to Graham Fieldhouse and Warren Haynes. Graham has also interviewed current Mule bassist Andy Hess - check it out!
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Tobias Pre-Gibson 5 String Bass - Early Stacked Knob Version -- Serial #571
San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3995
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Here's a pretty early Tobias Pre-Gibson 5 String bass in a factory original finish
This bass is in good condition and has average playwear.
The top, back and sides have various scratches, finish wear and small indents
She has 2 repaired cracks at the fretboard / nut area - see pics
The frets show some common leveling, but she plays without buzzing or dead spots.
The neck is straight and she'll have a fresh set up with 45 / 130s, ... more
Here's a pretty early Tobias Pre-Gibson 5 String bass in a factory original finish
This bass is in good condition and has average playwear.
The top, back and sides have various scratches, finish wear and small indents
She has 2 repaired cracks at the fretboard / nut area - see pics
The frets show some common leveling, but she plays without buzzing or dead spots.
The neck is straight and she'll have a fresh set up with 45 / 130s, ... more
1970 Gibson EB-0 Cherry Finish Electric Bass Guitar
San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1895
1970 Gibson EB-0 Cherry Finish Electric Bass Guitar
Located At IVG Burbank
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Cherry Finish Shows Some Dings And Playwear
Added Single Coil Pickup
Mahogany Body And Neck
Rosewood Fingerboard
Weight 7lbs 8oz
Nut Width 1 514 "
Neck Depth At 1st Fret .82 "
Neck Depth At 12th Fret 1 00 "
No Case. One May Be Purchased For An Additional Fee (Please Inquire)
Made In USA
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Located At IVG Burbank
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Cherry Finish Shows Some Dings And Playwear
Added Single Coil Pickup
Mahogany Body And Neck
Rosewood Fingerboard
Weight 7lbs 8oz
Nut Width 1 514 "
Neck Depth At 1st Fret .82 "
Neck Depth At 12th Fret 1 00 "
No Case. One May Be Purchased For An Additional Fee (Please Inquire)
Made In USA
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Vintage Early 1960's Gibson EB-0 / EB-2 Bass Bridge Mute
Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$175
Vintage Early 1960's Gibson EB-0 / EB-2 Bass Bridge Mute
Very Good Condition Sold by a mom & pop music store in Brooklyn NY
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Very Good Condition Sold by a mom & pop music store in Brooklyn NY
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Gibson SG 4 String Made In USA Electric Bass Guitar (Blemished)
Greenwood, Mississippi, 389**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3000
Gibson SG 4 String Made In USA Electric Bass Guitar (Blemished). Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.... more
1972 Gibson L6-S Bass Prototype (Ripper, Grabber) Singlecut Sunburst
Syracuse, New York, 132**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$9000
1972 Gibson L6-S Bass Prototype (Ripper, Grabber) Singlecut Sunburst
This bass guitar is the prototype for the L6-S bass, a model that was never manufactured by Gibson. Although it is the prototype for an instrument that was not produced, it also seems to be a prototype of the Ripper and Grabber models introduced later that are constructed with the same materials (maple neck and body) and similar dimensions. The look of this one does foreshadow those later models
SETUP & ... more
This bass guitar is the prototype for the L6-S bass, a model that was never manufactured by Gibson. Although it is the prototype for an instrument that was not produced, it also seems to be a prototype of the Ripper and Grabber models introduced later that are constructed with the same materials (maple neck and body) and similar dimensions. The look of this one does foreshadow those later models
SETUP & ... more
Vintage 1966 Gibson EB-0 Bass Cherry
Tarzana, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1995
Vintage 1966 Gibson EB-0 Bass Cherry
Up for sale, here's an incredible Player's grade Original 1966 Gibson EB-0 short scale Bass in its original Cherry finish with a really cool Mojo and patina
7 2 Lbs, 30 5" scale with low serial # 320XXX, which indicates it could be even late '65 but because of the bridge we can consider ir 1966
When it comes to "Player's" instruments, it means you're gettin a true vintage guitar that has been really well played for years from diverse stages to ... more
Up for sale, here's an incredible Player's grade Original 1966 Gibson EB-0 short scale Bass in its original Cherry finish with a really cool Mojo and patina
7 2 Lbs, 30 5" scale with low serial # 320XXX, which indicates it could be even late '65 but because of the bridge we can consider ir 1966
When it comes to "Player's" instruments, it means you're gettin a true vintage guitar that has been really well played for years from diverse stages to ... more
1961 Gibson EB-6 string Bass Sunburst w / PAF
Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$14900
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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1961 Gibson EB-6 Bass in its original Sunburst finish. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the exception of the earlier Gibson knobs, the switch and one tuning key. All original tuning key is included, but its tuning button had shrunken and crumbled. A vintage double-ring Gibson Deluxe tuning key is holding the place for the original. The original hardshell case is included. This ... more
Gibson 1960 EB-0 Bass Guitar Cherry
Rochester, New York, 146**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5999
Here we have a very historic bass guitar from Gibson, an EB-0 from 1960.
This is a double cut solid body guitar, featuring banjo-style tuners and a one pickup design. Condition-wise this piece is in great playing and sounding condition, and bears typical signs of wear and tear. Small dings, checking, and scratches can be seen on the surface, as well as more checking and wear up the neck (as seen). This will include a non original case.... more
This is a double cut solid body guitar, featuring banjo-style tuners and a one pickup design. Condition-wise this piece is in great playing and sounding condition, and bears typical signs of wear and tear. Small dings, checking, and scratches can be seen on the surface, as well as more checking and wear up the neck (as seen). This will include a non original case.... more
1969 Gibson Bass Guitar EB-0
Arlington, Indiana, 461**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1500
1969 Gibson Bass Guitar EB-0... more
1969 Gibson Recording Bass Guitar Walnut *Headstock Repair*
Benicia, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2700
This guitar plays great. You'll definitely love this guitar and won't want to put it down
If you are in the San Francisco Bay Area, Feel free to give us a call and check it out in person!
Layaway plans are also available. Message us for details.
Fast shipping! We ship same day or next business day. Feel free to message us with any questions before purchasing.
We package each guitar professionally.
For international buyers, please be advised that to minimize shipping ... more
If you are in the San Francisco Bay Area, Feel free to give us a call and check it out in person!
Layaway plans are also available. Message us for details.
Fast shipping! We ship same day or next business day. Feel free to message us with any questions before purchasing.
We package each guitar professionally.
For international buyers, please be advised that to minimize shipping ... more
1965 Gibson Thunderbird IV Bass in Pelham Blue oh-so rare & cool you need it !
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$13495
These 2nd issue ??Non-Reverse?? Thunderbird??s & Firebird??s were so far ahead of time & very few were ever made comparatively to Fender??s P & J Basses. Most all T??bird??s were available in a Sunburst finish. But some were ordered in their select Custom Colors. This particular example was ordered in Gibson??s most luv??d optional color of Pelham Blue all over its neck & body. Very little yellowing but she??s has plenty of playtime wear. These tend to get funky from playing in ... more
1972 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass Walnut
Tarzana, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3400
1972 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass Walnut
Up for sale, an incredible and unique 1972 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass in a Walnut finish. Norlin era. Made in Kalamazoo, MI USA. All Original, stock with its Black tolex hard case.
11 0 Lbs, which is average for a Les Paul Bass
This short scale bass guitar has an Incredibly comfortable Mahogany body and neck with rosewood fretboard. No volute, perfectly straight, allowing low action playing well all across the fretboard.
The two low ... more
Up for sale, an incredible and unique 1972 Gibson Les Paul Triumph Bass in a Walnut finish. Norlin era. Made in Kalamazoo, MI USA. All Original, stock with its Black tolex hard case.
11 0 Lbs, which is average for a Les Paul Bass
This short scale bass guitar has an Incredibly comfortable Mahogany body and neck with rosewood fretboard. No volute, perfectly straight, allowing low action playing well all across the fretboard.
The two low ... more
Gibson EB-3 SG Short Scale Bass Vintage 1969-70 Refinished / Modified
West Chester, Pennsylvania, 193**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3000
vintage 1969-70 Gibson EB-3 SG Short Scale Bass. Refinished. Does not include a case
The varitone switch has been modified / replaced with a 10-position switch. The original "1 2 3 4" poker chip is missing. The bridge cover is missing, and those holes were filled (likely at the time of refinishing). Pot Code 1377018 indicates CTS (137) and 18th week of 1970. Wiring appears original but likely resoldered at some point. Original Schaller machines. Original pickups
Logo and Crown Inlay are ... more
The varitone switch has been modified / replaced with a 10-position switch. The original "1 2 3 4" poker chip is missing. The bridge cover is missing, and those holes were filled (likely at the time of refinishing). Pot Code 1377018 indicates CTS (137) and 18th week of 1970. Wiring appears original but likely resoldered at some point. Original Schaller machines. Original pickups
Logo and Crown Inlay are ... more
Gibson USA SG Bass Custom Hand Carved Design Excellent Condition With OHSC
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1000
This Gibson USA SG Bass is a true professional instrument, perfect for any right-handed musician. The solid cherry body and mahogany neck provide a rich, warm tone that is sure to impress. The bass has been expertly hand carved for a unique and personalized touch.
The 4-string electric bass guitar features a rosewood fretboard and is part of the Standard series. It was manufactured in the United States in 2011 and comes with its original headstock. This bass is perfect for any musician ... more
The 4-string electric bass guitar features a rosewood fretboard and is part of the Standard series. It was manufactured in the United States in 2011 and comes with its original headstock. This bass is perfect for any musician ... more
Vintage 1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass Guitar 5 String
Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
This vintage Gibson EB-0 Bass Guitar is a true gem for any musician. With its customized 5 string design and powerful sound, it's sure to impress any bass player. The guitar has been well-maintained and has a beautiful finish that shines under any lighting.
The brand speaks for itself, with a reputation for quality that Gibson has built over the years. This electric bass guitar is perfect for any music style and is sure to make a statement in any band. Whether you're a ... more
The brand speaks for itself, with a reputation for quality that Gibson has built over the years. This electric bass guitar is perfect for any music style and is sure to make a statement in any band. Whether you're a ... more
Gibson Triumph Bass Guitar
Birmingham, Alabama, 352**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2995
Gibson Les Paul Triumph Model Solid Body Electric Bass Guitar (1974), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, serial # 302569, natural mahogany finish, laminated mahogany body and neck, rosewood fingerboard, original black tolex hard shell case. I purchased this from Retrofret in Brooklyn, NYC. It sounds amazing and is such a classic instrument. Here are some additional details on this model
The Les Paul Triumph Bass was the Gibson's first attempt at a completely new 4-string since the original 1963 ... more
The Les Paul Triumph Bass was the Gibson's first attempt at a completely new 4-string since the original 1963 ... more
Vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Bass in original red finish
O'Fallon, Illinois, 622**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1550
This vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Bass is a true gem for any musician. With its classic red finish, this bass is sure to make a statement in any band. The brand is well-known for its high-quality instruments, and this one is no exception.
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
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
Gibson Victory Artist Active 4- string Bass -1981
Fernandina Beach, Florida, 320**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3800
Gibson Victory Artist Active 4- string Bass -1981 . Condition is Used. Local pickup only.... more
1980s GIBSON GUITAR KNOBS SMOKED PLEXI WITH TRIM RING SET OF FOUR
Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$39
FREE USA SHIPPING!
I took this set off a Gibson Guitar in the late 1980's but never took note of what the model was. I'm pretty certain they were original to the guitar. They are a sloped design, more like a fedora than a top hat and have a rubber grip band running around the middle. They are for knurled shafts. Yes, they have an Ibanez SR look to them so any info would be appreciated. FREE USA SHIPPING and a 30-day return privilege for any reason. The Bass Palace will be listing loads of ... more
I took this set off a Gibson Guitar in the late 1980's but never took note of what the model was. I'm pretty certain they were original to the guitar. They are a sloped design, more like a fedora than a top hat and have a rubber grip band running around the middle. They are for knurled shafts. Yes, they have an Ibanez SR look to them so any info would be appreciated. FREE USA SHIPPING and a 30-day return privilege for any reason. The Bass Palace will be listing loads of ... more
1968 Gibson EB2D Bass with Hard Shell Case
Bridgeport, West Virginia, 263**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3700
This Gibson EB2D bass is in very good condition. We listedit as "very good" because of the neck repairs, but if not for thatissue, it probably could be considered "excellent " The best we candetermine, the bass is a 1968. The pots are clearly marked 1967, and the dateranges for the bass is 1966-1969. Also has the mini humbucker in bridge. Itappears they only made 2000 of these with the mini humbuckers throughout theentire 60's. It has had the common repair where the headstock meets the neck, and... more