Gibson Thunderbird Bass - Ebony #50022

~Bass pictured is the actual bass that you will receive~

When the Gibson Thunderbird™ Bass was first introduced in 1963, the world had never seen another bass quite like it. Designed by automotive coach designer Ray Dietrich, who also designed the Gibson Firebird™, its new, curvaceous, and asymmetrical body design was radical and groundbreaking at the time, and still looks fresh and contemporary even today. The earliest Thunderbirds had a 9-ply neck-through-body with mahogany “wings,” and were the first Gibson basses with neck-through-body construction. Later, the Thunderbird was redesigned with a Non-Reverse body shape and a glued-in, set neck. The Thunderbird was also the first Gibson bass model to feature a long-scale (34”) neck; previous Gibson basses had a shorter 30.5” scale length.

Now, Gibson is proud to bring a new version of the legendary Thunderbird to the Gibson lineup. The new Thunderbird Bass features a solid mahogany body in the original reverse body shape. The body retains the appearance of the original neck-through design, featuring a raised section running through the middle. However, this new Thunderbird boasts a glued-in, set mahogany neck with a fast-playing SlimTaper™ profile, making it more comfortable and accessible than ever. Additionally, the headstock on the Thunderbird Bass features the popular Non-Reverse headstock style, making tuning up quick and intuitive. Other modern updates include Hipshot® Ultralite® Mini Clover tuning machines, which offer precise tuning and improved balance, along with a Hipshot Supertone bridge that delivers full intonation and adjustable action height.

Like the mythical bird-like spirit of the North American indigenous peoples’ culture that it is named after, the Thunderbird Bass is powerful, thanks to its two EB Bass humbucker™ pickups, which deliver the boom with plenty of output and low-end punch. Each pickup is connected to a separate volume control, allowing you to use either one individually or to blend them in any ratio you prefer. A master tone control allows for additional tonal control. And, of course, the Thunderbird’s 3-ply white pickguard features the iconic Thunderbird logo. The Thunderbird Bass comes packed in a Gibson hardshell case for protection during travel. Order your own Thunderbird Bass today, and own the low end in thunderous style.

Specifications:

• Serial #: 232350022
• Model #: BAT4SN00EBCH1
• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body Material: Mahogany
• Body Shape: Thunderbird
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm / 12.0in
• Fret Count: 20
• Frets: Medium Jumbo
• Inlays: Acrylic Dot
• Joint: Glued In, Set Neck
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Nut Material: Graph Tech
• Nut Width: 40.64mm / 1.6in
• Profile: SlimTaper
• Scale Length: 863.6mm / 34.0in
• Bridge Pickup: EB Bass (Humbucking)
• Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone
• Neck Pickup: EB Bass (Humbucking)
• Output Jack: 1/4"
• Bridge: Hipshot Supertone
• Control Covers: Black
• Control Knobs: Black Top Hat With Silver Reflector
• Finish: Chrome
• Pickguard: 3-Ply White With Thunderbird Graphic
• Pickup Covers: Black
• Strap Buttons: 2 - Bottom And Heel
• Truss Rod: Adjustable
• Truss Rod Cover: Black
• Tuning Machines: Hipshot Ultralite Mini-Clover
• Case: Hardshell
• Headstock: Non-Reverse Thunderbird
• Headstock Inlay: Gibson Logo Gold Silkscreen
• Strings Gauge: .045, .065, .085, .105
• Weight: 8lbs 10oz

The bass pictured is the actual bass that you will receive. It comes with Gibson's Factory Warranty and our 100% satisfaction guarantee! It will be professionally set up and ready to play before it leaves our store.