Used Gibson SG Bass

About the Gibson SG Bass

The Gibson SG Bass has been in Gibson's lineup since 1961 — over 65 years of continuous production, which speaks to how well it has been received. Gibson has been building instruments in the United States since 1902. You may also see this listed as "EB-3" — they refer to the same instrument.

Buying Guide

• 1Check the truss rod adjustment — bass necks take more tension than guitar necks and are more prone to developing bows.
• 2Test the electronics with the bass plugged into an amp. Active basses should have a fresh battery for testing.
• 3Inspect the nut slots — bass strings can wear deep grooves that cause buzzing on the first few frets.