Vintage 1970s Greco EB420 Bass Guitar – Cherry Red (Made in Japan)

The Ultimate Lawsuit-Era Low End

Step into the golden age of Japanese guitar manufacturing with this stunning 1970s Greco EB420 Bass in a beautiful translucent Cherry finish. Built as a masterful tribute to the iconic Gibson EB-3, this "lawsuit-era" SG-style bass delivers the massive, thumping low-end and vintage mojo that put 1970s Japanese craftsmanship on the map.

Vintage Tone Meets Modern Playability

This bass is a true player’s dream. It retains its highly coveted original electronics, including the massive neck-position "mudbucker" for foundation-shaking lows, paired with a snappy mini-humbucker at the bridge for punch and clarity. Opening the control cavity reveals period-correct, unmolested wiring with original 500k pots that still roll smooth and noise-free.

To take this vintage workhorse to the next level, it features a highly practical player's upgrade: a high-mass Fernandes brass bridge. This resolves the infamous intonation and sustain issues found on original 2-point and 3-point vintage bridges, offering you superior tuning stability, endless sustain, and reliable intonation gig after gig.

Condition & Vibe

This instrument is in Very Good vintage condition. It features the honest cosmetic dings, light scratches, and headstock finish wear (typical of a 50-year-old played instrument), giving it an authentic, road-worn patina you can't fake. Professionally inspected here at Cottonwood Music Emporium, it plays beautifully, sounds huge, and is ready for the stage or studio.

Key Features:

• Iconic Pickup Configuration: Original neck mudbucker and bridge mini-humbucker for unparalleled tonal versatility.
• Pristine Original Electronics: Untouched, noise-free original 1970s wiring harness with 500k pots.
• Player-Upgraded Hardware: High-mass Fernandes brass bridge for superior sustain and precise intonation.
• Classic Aesthetics: Mahogany-style SG-shaped body with a gorgeous translucent Cherry Red finish and classic 4-knob control layout.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Greco
• Model: EB420 (EB-420)
• Era: Mid-to-Late 1970s
• Manufactured Location: Made in Japan (MIJ)
• Condition: Very Good (Honest vintage playwear, structurally excellent)
• Finish: Cherry
• Weight: 8 lbs 15.0 oz
• Neck Width: 1.72" at the Nut / 1.98" at the 12th Fret
• Neck Depth: 0.89" at the 1st Fret / 0.98" at the 12th Fret
• Case: Hard Case Included

Every vintage instrument at Cottonwood Music Emporium is carefully inspected to ensure it meets our high standards for playability and tone. Grab this vintage MIJ powerhouse before it's gone!