This 1975 Gibson Ripper is, production wise, right in the sweet spot. 

As Gibson aficionados may know, 1973-1974 and from 1976 onwards, Ripper basses had heavier maple bodies, but in 1975 they decided to try them with alder, making them significantly lighter (this one is 8.8lbs/3.99kg). Wahoo! 

The bass is iconic and features the 'Super Humbuker' pickups and the Q system (a 4-position rotary selector). This is accompanied by a master volume, tone and mid-range. Put all this together and you a get a vintage bass which is warm, punchy and articulate in equal measure - a completely legitimate alternative to all those vintage Fenders! 

The L9-S is a joyous dichotomy: it has tons of character but, with its tonal options, it also feels like a blank canvas for you to paint whatever musical masterpiece you feel like! 

Comes with hard case and our customary 2-year service warranty. 

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ConditionVery Good (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • L-9S Ripper
Finish
  • Ebony
Categories
Year
  • 1975
Made In
  • United States
Body Material
  • Maple
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Passive Pickups
Neck Material
  • Maple
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Active Preamp
  • No Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Color Family
  • Black
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Number of Frets
  • 20

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Wunjo Guitars & Bass

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