The 1959 Gibson EB-2 is a premier short-scale, semi-hollowbody electric bass (30.5" scale) featuring a distincti ve "mudbucker" pickup and a "baritone" push-button switch that cuts low frequencies for a tighter sound. Known for its woody, thundering tone, it mirrors the ES-335 design with maple laminate construction and, in early models, features banjo-style tuners.

Key 1959 features and specs:

Body & Neck: Semi-hollow body with a maple center block (to reduce feedback) and mahogany neck.

Electronics: Equipped with a high-output, neck-position humbucker (often nicknamed the "mudbucker"). 1959 was a key year where the pickup was upgraded to the new Gibson EB humbucker.

Controls: Volume and tone knobs, plus a signature "baritone" button that engages a capacitor to cut low-end for better definition.

Hardware: Features banjo-style tuners and a two-point bridge.

Finish: Primarily produced in Sunburst, though Cherry Red was available.

Production: Part of the early, sought-after, second-year production run (introduced in 1958).

The 1959 model is favored for its rich, warm, vintage tone and is highly collectible, often featuring "Mickey Mouse" ear cutaways, a nod to the 335-style body shape.

Come with new tuner and original case.