Gibson RD Artist Black 1977

4-String Bass Guitar with Ebony Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson RD Artist Black 1977

Vintage

Description & Specs

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Solid maple body
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Neck Profile: Thick C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.84" 12th - 0.99"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 34 1/4"
Neck Details: Glossy one-piece maple neck with unbound ebony fingerboard and pearloid dot inlays. The neck has been refretted.
Electronics: The guitar has been completely gutted and rewired. Alembic active pickups, pots, and preamp have been installed. Controls include a master volume pot, pickup blend pot, and master tone pot.
Pickup Measurements: Reading not available due to active electronics
Hardware: -original tuners and bridge -bone nut has been installed -pickguard has been removed -knobs have been replaced -strap buttons have been replaced -holes from removed pots and switches have been plugged with plastic caps -battery compartment cover has been removed, the new battery terminal is concealed by the rest of the back plate
Weight: 10lbs 5oz
Modifications/Repairs: -neck has been refretted -bone nut has been installed -electronics have been gutted and rewired -Alembic active pickups, pots, and preamp have been installed -pickguard has been removed -knobs have been replaced -strap buttons have been replaced -holes from removed pots and switches have been plugged with plastic caps -battery compartment cover has been removed, the new battery terminal is concealed by the rest of the back plate
Case Details: Hardshell case
Cosmetic Condition: This bass has moderate play wear for its age. The glossy finish has scratches, dings, and chips throughout. The pickguard screw holes have been filled and painted over.
Serial Number: 72997032
Tech Notes: Plays well with medium/low action and optimal neck relief. The truss rod is adjustable. The new frets are tall and show little sign of play wear. The serial number dates this guitar to 1977.
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