Tommy Froelich - String Instrument Repair

The 1964 Gibson EBO project is finished! It’s been a very therapeutic project for me that I enjoyed.

This classic rock-n-roll gem is mostly all original parts but all the plastic parts were missing so I made a custom rosewood Pickguard and a mahogany back plate cover with repro k***s.

The second (bridge) pickup is a Gibson pickup from the later 1960s. Both pickups were different in polarity, so I installed a mini 3 way toggle switch to switch between the two pickups, in the middle position both pickups are “out of phase” giving it a gnarly “Rickenbacker” type of sound that’s very usable! Lastly, after all the sanding and refinishing the greatest part was the original serial number that was lightly stamped on the back of the neck from 1964 still faintly shows like a ghost from the past in the right light. It’s funny as the SN was the first thing I looked to save before stripping the rattle can finish off. But I thought it was long gone so I carried on, this sweet little SG isn’t gone or forgotten!

In my opinion this bass is a much more of a desirable instrument that’s now a very usable bass.

The Gibson EBO was a signature bass sound in so many classic rock bands and songs.. the list is long, but one example is any “Mountain” album, it’s all an EBO Bass and single P90 Les Paul Jr.. it’s such a heavy thick sound. 🎶♥️🎸🤘🙏😎


Water is the key to life and longevity on this planet! Even your beloved guitars.

If your guitar is playing poorly this very dry winter season it may need more than just a setup!



This summer has been super busy for me, managing it all is to say the least, a full time thing.. so many different band lineups with the most amazing musicians that without any pre game practices just show up, connect and make a magical moment happen right there on the spot! Wow… so blessed to have that going on.. a BIG THANK YOU to all the Beautiful people that come out to see a show,  it’s always humbling to have so many enjoy what you do, it is why I made it a big part of my livelihood.. love you all!! ❤️🎶🎸🎤❤️