{"product_id":"gibson-thunderbird-bass-ebony-50023","title":"Gibson Thunderbird Bass - Ebony #50022","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eGibson Thunderbird Bass, Rosewood Fingerborad, Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e~Bass pictured is the actual bass that you will receive~\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSerial #: 232350022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eModel #: BAT4SN00EBCH1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBody Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBody Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBody Shape: Thunderbird\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFingerboard Material: Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFingerboard Radius: 304.8mm \/ 12.0in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFret Count: 20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFrets: Medium Jumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eInlays: Acrylic Dot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eJoint: Glued In, Set Neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eNeck Material: Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eNut Material: Graph Tech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eNut Width: 40.64mm \/ 1.6in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eProfile: SlimTaper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eScale Length: 863.6mm \/ 34.0in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBridge Pickup: EB Bass (Humbucking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eControls: 2 Volume, Master Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eNeck Pickup: EB Bass (Humbucking)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eOutput Jack: 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBridge: Hipshot Supertone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eControl Covers: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eControl Knobs: Black Top Hat With Silver Reflector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFinish: Chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003ePickguard: 3-Ply White With Thunderbird Graphic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003ePickup Covers: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eStrap Buttons: 2 - Bottom And Heel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eTruss Rod: Adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eTruss Rod Cover: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eTuning Machines: Hipshot Ultralite Mini-Clover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eCase: Hardshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHeadstock: Non-Reverse Thunderbird\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eHeadstock Inlay: Gibson Logo Gold Silkscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eStrings Gauge: .045, .065, .085, .105\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWeight: 8lbs 10oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45167286878255,"sku":"232350022","price":2499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/1161\/5791\/files\/01GibsonUSAThunderbirdEbony_2323500228lbs10ozFront-copyclose_177b32ed-4b85-4693-9e00-112db6d304e3.jpg?v=1775072285","url":"https:\/\/empiremusic.com\/products\/gibson-thunderbird-bass-ebony-50023","provider":"Empire Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}