USED Gibson USA / 1981 Victory Bass Standard Silver Metallic [12]

The Gibson Victory Bass Standard from the Victory series, released in 1981.
The unit we’ve just received is the standard model, featuring a single pickup and passive circuitry.
It features a "Series VIII-B" pickup mounted at an angle in the center of the body, delivering a sound characterized by Gibson's signature thick, punchy low end and a crisp, responsive attack.
The controls feature a simple configuration of one volume and one tone knob.
Additionally, a mini-switch allows you to toggle between series and parallel pickup configurations, offering a wide range of tones from powerful output to a tighter, more defined sound.
The bridge features the TRI-4 “Wedge” Bass Bridge (Schaller OEM), which was a standard Gibson specification at the time.
Its heavy-mass construction and high adjustability deliver stable sustain and a clear low end.
This is a distinctive USA vintage bass that combines the experimental spirit and practicality characteristic of early 1980s Gibson instruments.
In addition to a basic setup, the fingerboard has been leveled, the frets and nut have been replaced, and the instrument plays well—it’s ready to go right out of the box.
In terms of parts, the volume pot has been replaced, but the tone pot is a 1977 model and is likely original.
Additionally, the control cavity and the underside of the pickguard have been grounded using aluminum and copper foil, and a finger rest has been retrofitted.
As a result, there is some paint peeling near the finger rest.
While the exterior shows signs of wear, such as scratches and dents, consistent with its age, no major visible damage or structural issues have been identified.
Regarding the electronics, the pickups, all controls, and the series/parallel mini-switch have been tested and confirmed to be in working order.
As this is a vintage instrument, there are some points to note for those who prioritize originality; however, it is a player’s condition guitar that emphasizes adjustability and practicality.
Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 83381633
Year of Manufacture: 1981
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Non-original hard case
Weight: 4.97 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees left and right with no problems
Fret Wear: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing
String height (low string side): 2.5 mm at the 12th fret
String height (treble side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.0 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 21.6 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 24.3 mm
Scale: 864mm (34")
Radius: 241mm (9.5")
Strings at setup: D'Addario EXL165 / .045-.105 set
Repairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, string height adjustment, fingerboard repair, fret replacement, nut replacement

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining fret life, or string height were taken by our staff during setup. These values may change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be exactly the same when the item arrives.

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