The Epiphone Grabber Bass revives a legend from the 1970s — a model that helped define the punchy, driving low end of arena rock and alternative music alike. Built with modern precision and a respect for its roots, this “Inspired by Gibson” reissue channels the same energy that powered players like Gene Simmons and Krist Novoselic — raw, authoritative, and unmistakably bold.

The Grabber’s three-piece alder body and bolt-on maple neck deliver a fast attack and balanced resonance — the kind of tone that cuts through walls of guitars without losing its low-end authority. Its signature Epiphone Bass Humbucker sits in the middle position, perfectly placed for a full-bodied yet articulate response. Engage the coil-split mini switch and the sound opens up — from fat and round to sharp and defined, ready for both thunderous rock or gritty punk lines.

The C-profile neck feels immediately comfortable, with a 34-inch scale that provides the right tension for focused lows and responsive feel. Medium-jumbo frets on the maple fingerboard make every run clean and consistent. From aggressive pick work to expressive slides, it plays with the confidence of a true performance instrument.

Finished in Ebony gloss, the instrument looks as fierce as it sounds — simple, elegant, and ready for the stage. Nickel hardware, a black pickguard, and period-correct detailing seal the deal. And with the included premium gig bag, it’s ready to travel anywhere the next gig calls.

Body

• Body Material: 3-piece Alder
• Body Shape: Grabber (Double Cut)
• Finish: Gloss

Neck

• Neck Material: 3-piece Maple
• Neck Profile: C
• Neck Finish: Antique Natural Aged Gloss
• Scale Length: 863.6 mm / 34 in
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 320 mm / 12.6 in
• Fret Count: 20
• Fret Type: Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Pearloid Dot
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 41 mm / 1.61 in
• Neck Joint: Bolt-On (Nickel Plate with Epiphone Logo)
• Truss Rod: Dual-Action

Electronics

• Pickup: Epiphone Bass Humbucker (Middle)
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, SPDT Mini Switch for Coil Split
• Output Jack: ¼″

Hardware

• Bridge: Cast Grabber 4-String with Nickel Cover
• Tuning Machines: Die-Cast Clover Button, Nickel Plated
• Control Knobs: Black Speed
• Pickguard: Single-Ply Black
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Strap Buttons: 2 (Bottom and Upper Horn)
• Hardware Finish: Nickel
• Truss Rod Cover: 2-ply Black, “The Grabber”

The Epiphone Grabber Bass in Ebony is more than a reissue — it’s a resurrection of a tone that defined decades of rock. Familiar, punchy, and unmistakably bold — this is the bass that grabs your attention and doesn’t let go.