I think they must have quit making the Epi EB-0. But they came out with the Epiphone SG bass E-1 which seems to be the same thing with a different name. Why they named it that, I have no idea. Several years ago, I found a deal using coupons in which I was able to buy a new Epi EB-0 for slightly over $200. New ones cost $289. I got it because it was so cheap. And since I had a Gibson EB-0, I thought I'd get an Epi one, too. I've barely played it because I have too many other basses which are better and I'd rather play them. The Epi EB-0/SG Bass E-1 is a beginner's bass. But getting one could lead to advancing upward toward getting better basses in the future. It can also be used as a beater bass. As has already been mentioned, they seem to be getting harder to find and they're no longer on Epiphone's site. So I don't know what's going on with them. On the other hand, the EB-3 isn't on the site, either.