Gibson 2014 SG Standard Electric Bass

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Gibson's iconic dual-horned body shape gets low with the short-scale SG Standard Bass! T-Bird Plus and T-Bird mini pickups deliver plenty of punch and power.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Mahogany body Rich, warm, focused sound; added sustain
Mahogany neck Great sustain, strength, and warm tone
T-Bird Plus and T-Bird Mini pickups Great pickup combo delivers plenty of low end
Short-scale neck Shorter length for easy playability and big sound

As part of their 120th Anniversary, Gibson USA has reconceived several classics to suit the needs of today's demanding players. The 2014 SG Standard Bass rounds up all the legendary features of a long line of solidbody Gibson electric basses, enhances the tone and versatility, then delivers all this at a truly astounding price for an instrument that's hand-crafted in America by the world's most respected guitar maker.

Timeless tonewoods and a versatile pairing of pickups present solid, punchy tones from this 30"-scale-length four-string, while an innovative T-Bird three-point bridge and Grover shamrock tuners anchor it all down. Add a 120th Anniversary inlay at the 12th fret, vintage-correct appointments, the 2014 SG Standard Bass looks every bit as gorgeous as it feels and sounds.

Body and neck

The bass is crafted from solid mahogany in the iconic double-cutaway SG style, with a glued-in, short-scale mahogany neck carved to a comfortable slim profile. Its rosewood fingerboard carries 20 jumbo frets, dot inlays, and a 120th Anniversary banner inlay at the 12th fret.

Pickups and electronics

The SG Standard Bass's deep, powerful T-Bird Plus pickup in the neck position and a smaller, punchier vintage-style T-Bird mini pickup in the bridge deliver titanic timbres. They're routed through independent volume controls and a master tone control, yielding a versatile combination of multiple- and single-pickup tones.

Hardware

A three-point T-Bird bridge provides a read more rock-solid anchor at the body end for optimum resonance and sustain, while classic Grover shamrock tuners offer easy and efficient tuning. A multi-ply black pickguard and black top-hat knobs with silver inserts complete the package.

Case and coverage

The 2014 SG Standard Bass comes protected in a vintage-brown Gibson hardshell case, includes a truss-rod wrench and owner's manual, and is backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty and Gibson's 24/7/365 Customer Service.
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- Body: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Unbound Rosewood 30" scale with 120th anniversary banner
- Electronics: T-Bird Plus and Vintage style T-bird mini
- Hardware: Chrome three point adjustable bridge and Grover shamrock style tuners
- Finish: Gloss lacquer
- Accessories: Vintage brown hardshell case

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-444-2766

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted May 25, 2014 by Richard S in Peckville, PA

"Gibson 2014 SG Standard Electric Bass (Blemished)"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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The guitar itself is badly unbalanced and likes to spin counter-clockwise when you let go with your left hand. Everything else about this guitar makes up for it. This is simply the sweetest most playable bass I have ever touched. I also have a 34" scale bass, but this 30" scale is so much easier to play I don't know if I could ever go back. With the help of a modern effects box I really can't tell any difference in tone from the longer scale. If you are a guitar player like me, try this bass. It fits.

Musical Background:

Playing for over 40 Years in every way.

Musical Style:

Classic Rock, Metal, Pop
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