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Summary

Finish: Original finish.

Body Material: Maple

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Profile: U

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret - 0.865" / 12th fret - 1.000"

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-5/8"

Scale Length: 34

Electronics: Original electronics and wiring, active Moog circuit, pickup switch, compression/expansion switch, two volume pots, bass and treble boost/cut pots. The pots date to 1978. All electronics are functional but when the pickup switch and compression/expansion switch are simultaneously in the bridge position, there is no sound.

Pickup Measurements: NA (active)

Hardware: Original hardware.

Weight: 11 lbs 12 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson bass has aged very well. Light scratches, scuffs, and dents are visible throughout the body, neck, and headstock. The metal hardware is nicely tarnished with age.

Serial Number: 73167038

Tech Notes: This bass plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are tall with light play wear. The serial number dates to 1977.

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ConditionGood (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • RD Artist Bass
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 1977
Made In
  • United States
Body Material
  • Maple
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Fretboard Material
  • Maple
Neck Material
  • Maple
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Active Preamp
  • Active Preamp
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Active Pickups
Offset Body
  • Offset Body
Color Family
  • Tan
  • Natural
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Number of Frets
  • 20
Body Type
  • Solid Body

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