They seem to be way more common in the US than in Europe, judging by what comes up on eBay.
I like the look of the HIIB, even if it has too many switches, but I'd have to find one for about half what they usually go for.
![](http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2456/3752782401_f756567ee8.jpg)
The name has been revived on a new range, including an 8-stringer, but they don't have the same appeal somehow.
![](http://www.redfish-music.co.uk/shop/images/large/hb4_red.jpg)