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Epiphone EB-3

Epiphone EB-3

4.4(54 ratings)

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$449.00at Musician's FriendChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $449.00 at Musician's Friend on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 2 stores.
  • Our take on the Epiphone EB-3

    The Epiphone EB-3 is a short-scale 4-string bass modeled on the Gibson SG-style basses of the 1960s. It pairs a mahogany neck and body with a rosewood fretboard, 22 frets and two humbuckers, one of them a mini-humbucker at the neck. The short 30-inch scale and slim neck make it easy on smaller hands and long sets, and the twin-pickup layout gives more tonal range than single-pickup short-scale rivals. Owners like the look and the punchy rock tone; some find the body neck-heavy and the stock setup in need of a tweak.

    Best forPlayers with smaller hands or short reachRock, punk and blues players who want a thick humbucker toneBeginners and casual players who want an affordable short-scale bassFans of the SG-style vintage look
    Pros
    • Short 30-inch scale is comfortable for small hands and long sessions
    • Two humbuckers give a wider range of tones than single-pickup rivals
    • Mahogany neck and body with rosewood fretboard feel solid for the class
    • Classic SG-style shape stands out from generic beginner basses
    • 22 frets and a slim neck make upper-register playing easy
    Cons
    • Body can feel neck-heavy on a strap
    • Stock setup and intonation often need attention out of the box
    • Humbuckers can sound dark and muddy without EQ help
    • Short scale means looser string tension, which some players dislike

    Epiphone EB-3 prices at every store

    • Guitar CenterNew

      In stock

      $449.00Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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    • Musician's FriendNew

      In stock

      $449.00Checked Nov 9
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    Epiphone EB-3 price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $449.00 on Nov 9 at Guitar Center. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

    What reviewers say

    • 4.4 / 554 ratings

    Rated 4.4 out of 5 across 54 ratings, the EB-3 is generally liked for its looks, comfortable short scale and punchy humbucker sound. Complaints center on neck dive, factory setup and a somewhat dark tone.

    What people mention
    • Neck balanceCriticisedOwners report the body tends to dip toward the headstock on a strap.
    • Scale lengthPraisedThe short scale is called easy on the hands, especially for smaller players and beginners.
    • Pickup toneMixedThe humbuckers are praised for punch but some find them dark and short on clarity.
    • SetupCriticisedSeveral owners say the bass needed action and intonation adjustments after arrival.
    • BuildPraisedThe mahogany neck and body and rosewood board are seen as solid for the class.

    Specifications

    Connections
    1/4" JackSource
    Qty. Strings (pcs)
    4Source
    Handedness
    Right-HandedSource
    Wood Type (fretboard)
    RosewoodSource
    Qty. Frets

    Questions and answers

    Is the Epiphone EB-3 good for beginners?
    Yes. The short 30-inch scale and slim neck are forgiving for new players, and the two humbuckers cover rock and blues tones. Budget for a setup to get the action right.
    How does it compare with a Fender Precision or Jazz Bass?
    The EB-3 is short-scale with humbuckers, so it sounds thicker and darker than the long-scale, single-coil Jazz or split-coil Precision. It is easier to reach on the fretboard but has looser string tension.
    Does the EB-3 have neck dive?
    Many owners report some neck dive because of the light SG-style body and mahogany neck. A wider, grippier strap usually fixes it.
    What pickups does it have?
    It has two humbuckers: a mini-humbucker at the neck and a larger humbucker at the bridge. That gives more tonal options than single-pickup short-scale basses.
    Is it a full-size bass?
    It is a 4/4-size instrument but with a short 30-inch scale, so the body is full-size while the neck is shorter than a standard long-scale bass.
    What comes in the box?
    You get the bass itself. A gig bag, strap and cable are usually sold separately, so plan for those if you are starting out.
    Where is the Epiphone EB-3 cheapest?
    At Musician's Friend, for $449.00, as of our latest check.
    What do buyers say about the Epiphone EB-3?
    Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 54 ratings.
    Where can I buy the Epiphone EB-3?
    2 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend.

    Stores we've priced the Epiphone EB-3 at

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    22Source
    Size
    4/4Source
    Color
    Black, RedSource
    Wood Type (neck)
    MahoganySource