Gibson SG Standard Bass - Ebony

The Gibson SG Standard Bass in Ebony offers a blend of classic style, powerful tone, and comfortable playability:

Body & Construction

• Features a solid mahogany body with deep contouring and the iconic SG double-cut shape, delivering robust sustain and a commanding low end.

  
  



• Constructed with a set mahogany neck in a rounded profile, supporting smooth playability.

  
  



• Topped with a bound rosewood fingerboard sporting acrylic trapezoid inlays, featuring 20 medium-jumbo frets on a 12″ radius.

  
  



• The short-scale 30.5″ neck offers easier reach and contributes to a thick, fundamental tone.

  
  

Electronics & Tone

• Equipped with dual calibrated Gibson SG Bass humbuckers—one Rhythm at the neck and one Lead at the bridge—for a wide tonal palette.

  
  



• Independent volume knobs for each pickup plus a master tone control enable flexible blending and shaping.

  
  



• Delivers assertive, growling lows, punchy mids, and vintage-inspired presence ideal for rock and blues.

  
  

Hardware & Finish

• Chrome three-point adjustable bridge provides solid tuning stability and sustain.

  
  



• Grover Shamrock tuning machines ensure precise tuning tracking.

  
  



• Finished in high-gloss ebony nitrocellulose lacquer over chrome hardware and a Black top-hat knob layout.

  
  



• Includes a hardshell case for secure transport.

  
  

Performance Overview
The SG Standard Bass is celebrated for its balanced playability and commanding low-end tone. Thanks to its short-scale build, it offers a thick, resonant voice while remaining accessible and comfortable. Dual pickups and individual controls give it versatility from warm vintage tones to edgy, growling output.

Quick Specs Summary

Conclusion
The Gibson SG Standard Bass in Ebony is a stylish, powerful instrument rooted in classic Southern rock tone, with modern playability and tonal flexibility. Its warmth, clarity, and punch make it equally at home in vintage blues, rock, or heavier genres. Let me know if you'd like sound samples, reviews, or pricing details!