【used】Gibson / 1979 Ripper Bass Fretless NAT 4.7kg #70509085【GIB Hyogo】
【used】Gibson / 1979 Ripper Bass Fretless NAT 4.7kg #70509085【GIB Hyogo】
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Description & Condition
Description & Condition
Gibson is a king of guitars, having produced numerous legendary instruments.
While their guitars are particularly popular, their basses, with their distinctive looks and rock-oriented sound, are also extremely popular.
This model is a 1979 Ripper Bass.
It's an original fretless model.
The serial number on the back of the headstock is "70509085," indicating it was manufactured in 1979.
The last four digits of the potentiometers, "78XX," indicate the year of manufacture, 1978.
Considering other specifications, we determined it was manufactured in 1979.
The body and neck are made of maple, and the fingerboard is ebony.
It's equipped with two Bill Lawrence-designed Original Super Humbucker pickups.
It boasts a thick, deep rock sound characteristic of Gibson.
When combined with the fretless design, it transforms into a sweeter sound.
The truss rod is stiff, but it can be adjusted to about 90 degrees.
The neck has some upward bowing, and the bridge is fully lowered, so it can be played without problems after adjusting it 1.0mm higher than the GIB standard (3.0mm-3.5mm at the 12th fret).
The body and paintwork have scratches and dents.
The electronics are in good condition.
The jack was replaced at GIB.
The jack is a current Switchcraft model.
Controls: 4-way rotary switch (1. Series / 2. Bridge only / 3. Series out of phase / 4. Parallel), Master Volume, Master Tone, Middle
Nut width: 41.3mm
String spacing at bridge: 17.0mm
Scale: 34 Inch
Year of manufacture: 1979
Country of manufacture: US
SIT Strings, favored by many professional artists, were used during setup.
They are characterized by stable tuning and a powerful, three-dimensional sound. Please enjoy them together.
GIB craftsmen will adjust the instrument for easy playing before delivery.
Accessories: Hard case
Text: Ryoma Terao
Inspector: Kawami
Product photos: Muragishi
GIB 3-month warranty included
(Warranty is only valid for purchases made within Japan)
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Price includes VAT & Duties & Shipping Fee
Price includes VAT & Duties & Shipping Fee
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