A rare and interesting guitar from the Dobro 1981 catalog. The EC3B was originally released in a few variations, likely in very small quantities overall. Different wood and finish options were available from Maple, Cinnamon, Walnut and Black according to the original price lists, the black likely finished over using extra wood and presumably ply. With a very Hamer look, these guitars are an impressive foray for the brand into the growing 80's electric guitar market. Always cool black finish over a strat-esque double cut body with 25.5" neck thru design. Two original Dimarzio humbucker pickups with typical Volume Tone for each. These have a hot output and likely are Super Distortions, suitable for all kinds of music or players that prefer that type of sensitivity. Two original pots indicate a likely early 1981 build, with two of the other pots having been replaced in its past. Cosmetically the black finish has held up fairly well in its 40+ years, but does have some small nicks, dings and buckle rash (see photos). The neck will require some work by its next owner - the original frets needed to be better seated in the upper registers, notable on the bass side. A bit of buzz throughout - this is visually noticeable when one runs their hand over the edge of the bass side of the fingerboard. While this isn't too much of a job, it might be worthy consideration to explore different truss rod options as the truss rod is fairly maxed out and resonant in its cavity. The neck is straight and the action is playable with hardly any wear to its frets or rosewood fingerboard. The neck has a bit more chunk to it, measuring .84" thick at the first position and tapering up to .92" at the twelfth fret. It has a 1 9/16" nut width. No case Weighs