Tobias Pre-Gibson 6-String Bass Vintage Boutique Icon
Tobias Pre-Gibson 6-string bass for sale, early-era Tobias boutique instrument professionally set up and dialed in for serious players and collectors.
Price: $6,300 - Open to serious offers —
Professionally set up and fully dialed in.
This Tobias Pre-Gibson 6-string bass delivers exceptional tone, playability, and real-world performance right out of the case.
Why this bass stands out:
• Pre-Gibson Tobias — highly desirable early production era
• Rare 6-string configuration with extended range and versatility
• Neck-through construction for maximum sustain and resonance
• Tight low B and clear high C with piano-like articulation
• Highly responsive active electronics with deep tonal control
• Fast, ergonomic neck profile built for advanced players
• Premium figured woods with striking multi-laminate neck design
• Professionally set up and dialed in
Condition:
Excellent condition. VERY Light cosmetic wear consistent with age, including minor surface marks. Fully inspected and professionally set up.
Includes: Original Hard Case
Specs:
• Builder: Tobias (Pre-Gibson era)
• Construction: Neck-through body
• Strings: 6-string
• Body: Premium tonewood body with figured maple accents
• Neck: Multi-laminate neck-through construction
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Pickups: Tobias soapbar pickups
• Electronics: Active electronics with multiple tone controls
• Hardware: Black hardware
• Condition: Very good — light wear, no structural issues
• Setup: Professionally set up
• Includes: Case or gig bag (confirm)
• Serial: (add if available)
If you’re looking for a boutique 6-string bass that’s already dialed in and ready to perform, this is it.
Cosmetic Condition Notice:
This is a used instrument and may show minor cosmetic wear consistent with normal use, including light surface scratches, finish swirls, small marks, or other signs of handling that may be more visible under direct lighting or certain viewing angles.
Please review all photos carefully, as the photos are considered part of the item description and accurately represent the instrument’s overall condition. We provide detailed high-resolution photos of all angles specifically to document cosmetic condition as clearly as possible.
By purchasing, the buyer acknowledges they have reviewed the photos and description carefully prior to purchase.