Gibson RD Artist Bass Natural 1978
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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Gibson RD Artist Bass Natural 1978
Gibson RD Artist Bass Natural 1978
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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Description
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.






















