Gibson Thunderbird Bass Guitar (Tobacco Burst Perimeter) inc Hard Case
GIB-8000531
$4499
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Anywhere Australia wide*
Gibson's Thunderbird Bass stands as one of electric bass's most architecturally distinctive instruments. Born from Ray Dietrich's 1963 automotive-inspired design, the Thunderbird established the template for sculptural body work in bass guitar design. This modern iteration resurrects the iconic reverse body profile in solid mahogany, marrying vintage aesthetics with contemporary playability through a glued-in set neck and SlimTaper™ profile that reduces fatigue across extended sessions.
The mahogany body retains the original neck–through visual language via a raised centre section, whilst modern hardware ensures reliable performance. Dual EB Bass humbucker™ pickups deliver authoritative low–end presence and articulate midrange, each with independent volume control plus a master tone circuit for flexible tonal sculpting. Construction includes Hipshot® Ultralite® Mini Clover tuning machines for stable pitch and improved balance, paired with a Hipshot Supertone bridge offering precise intonation adjustment and variable action height. The 34" long–scale neck establishes the instrument's commanding resonance across the frequency spectrum.
The Thunderbird Bass arrives in a Gibson hardshell case, offering road–ready protection. Its three–ply white pickguard bears the iconic Thunderbird emblem, completing an instrument equally suited to studio sessions and live performance where tone authority matters. Players seeking a bass with genuine character and uncompromised construction will find the Thunderbird's combination of visual presence and sonic depth justifies its standing in professional settings.
Features
- Solid mahogany body with original reverse profile design and centre ridge.
- Glued–in mahogany set neck with fast–playing SlimTaper™ profile.
- 34" long–scale neck length delivering extended lower register resonance.
- Dual EB Bass humbucker™ pickups with independent and blendable volume controls.
- Master tone control for comprehensive tonal shaping and EQ adjustment.
- Hipshot® Ultralite® Mini Clover tuning machines for precision and balance.
- Hipshot Supertone bridge with adjustable intonation and action height.
- Three–ply white pickguard featuring Thunderbird logo; included Gibson hardshell case.
