Since 1961, the flattop, double-cutaway solid Mahogany body of the Gibson SG has been unlike anything else out there. Its contours and sharp points are instantly recognizable. Its slender neck profile and access all the way up to the 22nd fret was originally advertised as the "fastest neck in the world." For many years now, the SG (for "Solid Guitar") has been a staple of the Gibson line, capturing the attention of guitarists far and wide.
The modern Gibson SG Bass is a reissue of the vintage EB-3 specs: 30.5" scale, two pickups, and the familiar points of the SG body. Unlike the vintage examples, the modern SG Bass is nicely lightweight–this 2013 Gibson SG Bass weighs in at 7 lbs 3.3 oz.
This 2013 Gibson SG Bass features a satin Ebony finish, and while it shows some play wear, it's in nice condition all around with no history of repair or issues. The worst wear is on the top just above the strings, where you might rest your thumb. There is also a small nick on the edge. It is set up with playable, low action, and it includes its original hardshell case.
The two pickups produce a wide range of tones. The Sidewinder neck pickup is powerful and boomy, and the minihumbucker in the bridge position is tight and snappy. With individual volume controls, you can blend the two different sounds together, and then there's a master tone control for additional tone shaping.
Original EB-3s are heavy and they don't balance well, but this 2013 SG Bass hangs comfortably and balanced on a strap. It's got the powerful, blooming tone we love about short scale basses. When combined with those distinctive SG points and a black finish, this bass brings a lot to the table! Too cool.