Epiphone SG Bass EB-3 2P Cherry IBGO
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Essential Information About the EB-3 Bass
Essential Information About the EB-3 Bass
- SG-style mahogany body: rock ergonomics, iconic look, and warm response.
- Set neck with long 34" / 863.6 mm scale length: firm attack, great note sustain, and generous sustain.
- Two complementary humbuckers (Sidewinder neck + Mini bridge side): from massive lows to more cutting tones.
- Chrome hardware: classic aesthetics and understated finish.
Manufacturer Information
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EB-3: The Spirit of SG Basses, Between Heritage and Character
With its SG-style body and set neck construction, the EB-3 fits within the tradition of basses with a strong personality: an instrument designed to deliver immediate presence in the mix while maintaining a smooth feel and a true sonic character. This combination of craftsmanship and humbucker pickups makes it a bass that is both distinctive and surprisingly versatile depending on the register and amp settings.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
This EB-3 is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking an electric bass with a thick tone, capable of delivering solid and expressive bass lines. It feels at home in rock, classic rock, blues-rock, garage, and all styles where you want body, sustain, and a true signature in the low-midrange.
The Sound
The mahogany (body) + set neck duo promotes a warm response, with dense mids and a very pronounced sustain sensation, ideal for sustained notes and pick-driven riffs. The Sidewinder pickup in the neck position delivers a full, enveloping low end, perfect for filling space and adding weight to your playing. In the bridge position, the NYT Bass Mini (mini-humbucker) adds definition and a sharper attack, useful for cutting through in a band mix. Combining both pickups yields a palette ranging from smooth, velvety tones to more biting and articulate sounds.
Technical specifications
| Type | SG | Inlays | "Trapezoids" |
| Wood | mahogany | Finish | chrome |
| Scale length | 34" / 863.6 mm | Pickups | Sidewinder (neck) / NYT Bass Mini (bridge) |
| Nut width | 41.9 mm / 1.65" | Configuration | 2 humbucker pickups |
| Fingerboard | rosewood | ||
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Customers praised this bass guitar as "great equipment" with "powerful sound" that works well for beginners and live performances. The finish quality is excellent for the price. Some noted the bass tilts forward slightly and pickups are "a bit weak," but overall satisfaction is very high with fast delivery.
Review highlights
- “Powerful sound that can be modulated for all styles.”
- “My first bass and it's followed me to all my concerts!”
- “Surprising! Very good equipment.”
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An error occurred during the shipment, the after-sales service was very responsive and the problem was resolved within 24 hours!
Having stopped playing bass for a while I wanted to go back to it with a model at a reasonable price, and having never played on Epiphone I am very satisfied, the sound slams well and the nickel finish for this price! :)Automatically translated
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An error occurred during the shipment, the after-sales service was very responsive and the problem was resolved within 24 hours!
Having stopped playing bass for a while I wanted to go back to it with a model at a reasonable price, and having never played on Epiphone I am very satisfied, the sound slams well and the nickel finish for this price! :)Automatically translated
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Alt, I received my bass in only 3 days and perfectly packaged. It is magnificent with a powerful sound that can be modulated for all styles. I am very happy with it. Thanks Woodbrass!
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Very good bass, it's my first and since then I have been to all my concerts, I strongly recommend it to anyone who wants to start playing bass:)
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ordered on Saturday evening.. delivered on Tuesday before noon .perfect bass packaging very well packaged.superb instrument.. thank you woodbrass
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Questions frequently asked
What styles suit the Epiphone SG Bass EB-3 2P Cherry IBGO?
This model is suitable for rock, classic rock, blues-rock, and garage genres. Its mahogany body and set neck promote dense midrange tones with pronounced sustain.
What tone does the Sidewinder pickup of this SG bass provide?
The Sidewinder placed in the neck position delivers a broad and warm low end. This setup adds weight to bass lines and fills the space in the mix.
What is the purpose of the NYT Bass Mini bridge pickup?
The NYT Bass Mini in the bridge position offers more definition and a sharper attack, useful for standing out in a band.
What is the scale length of the EB-3 bass?
The scale length is 34 inches, or 863.6 mm. This length corresponds to the standard format of a four-string electric bass.
What is the nut width of the EB-3?
The nut width is 41.9 mm, or 1.65 inches. The fingerboard features trapezoid inlays, while the hardware is finished in chrome. The two humbucker pickups combine a neck Sidewinder with a bridge NYT Bass Mini.
