Usmade it is difficult to fall below the cargo 17me rglages classic 2 volume knobs for the pickups and tone utilization. The epiphone thunderbird iv, based on gibsons original reverse body design, is. This 20 reissue of the 1965 non reverse model not only plays well and hangs more comfortably, it also sounds great with tons of punch and authority. So i have the option of trading in my jack casady silver limited edition bass which i receieved for christmas for a non reverse thunderbird the new one issued by gibson, pelham bluei tried the casady, even put flat wounds on, it just didnt seem right for my playing style as i like to really strike the strings when i play. Each thunderbird non reverse bass includes a gibson hardshell case and owners manual, and is covered by gibson s two year warranty and 247365 customer service. First introduced in 1965, the non reverse flips the body shape of the original thunderbird for a more traditional, albeit asymmetrical body style. One of the guys over at lbo has posted gibson are doing a reissue of the original no reverse thunderbird at the end of september.
Brand new nos gibson firebird non reverse faded paint work wise it is good apart from a scratch that ive just given it doh im trying to remove it as we speak, ill let you know how i get on. Gibson thunderbird bass 2015 gibson les paul standard bass. More recently, warren haynes has used newer nonreverse firebirds onstage with govt mule. The reissue firebirds are usually based on the original reverse body design, though gibson reintroduced the nonreverse firebird in 2002 as a custom shop. The non reverse model was discontinued in 1969, and gibson began custom shop reissues in the early 2000s before finally going back into full production with this stunner last year. When gibson changed up the original reverse bodied firebird guitar and thunderbird bass lines in 1965 to the new non reverse designso called for its more traditional, though still groundbreaking, asymmetrical offset body linesit created a whole new cult of devotees. The original gibson nonreverse tbird also had a tummy cut on the back, and this particular version of this bass doesnt, so even though with the balance issue being mostly resolved, the bass leans forward, and away from you when you play it.
In the 70s heyday of roxy music, guitarist phil manzanera gigged with reverse and modified nonreverse firebirds fitted with fullsize humbucking pickups. Gibson thunderbird nonreverse electric bass guitar. The two variants are the singlepickup thunderbird ii and the dualpickup thunderbird iv. Gibson is reviving another model from their past catalog with the new thunderbird studio non reverse bass. Gibson kept the design identical while fitting the new version with upgraded hardware and. For more information and for the complete specifications, you can head over to gibson. Twin tbird pickups, pelham blue or tobacco sunburst finish, black hardware.
Lynyrd skynyrd bassist leon wilkeson 19522001 often staged a nonreverse thunderbird. The 1979 gibson thunderbird iv reverse body bass featured the neck through body design and two pickup configuration. View online or download gibson thunderbird iv bass user manual. Gibson s firebird thunderbird series guitars and basses have always been stunnerseven if the originals were slightly awkward to play notorious for neck dive. Mid1965 saw a total redesign of the entire gibson firebird series of guitars, switching to a more traditional nonreverse body shape, much simpler. We manufacture custom pickguards for most gibson models. Similarly to the thunderbird studio non reverse guitar, this monster of a bass will be available in vintage sunburst and pelham blue, and features a solid mahogany body. With four inline tuners and a beveled outline, the headstock of the thunderbird was as distinctive as the rest of the bass a departure for gibson in 1963.
The thunderbird non reverse bass is a fullsized bass with a. And with many body designs based on gibson s most recognizable guitars, theres no shortage of style. Gibson introduces thunderbird studio nonreverse bass no. Gibson introduced the thunderbird bass in 1963 as part of a new lineup of instruments created by legendary auto designer ray dietrich. Gibson thunderbird non reverse reissue september bass. The 1964 thunderbird ii bass pictured has the original series specs used until 1965. As with all years of thunderbirds, it is very common for owners to add a strapholder onto either the body back at the neck butt, or on the uppe. Questions about the gibson thunderbird nonreverse bass vintage sweetwater s sales engineers are regarded as the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the music industry, with extensive music backgrounds and intense training on the latest products and technologies. Jul 19, 2011 thunderbirds come in two variants and two shapes, and all were built during one of four series of production. Gibson firebird for sale in uk 66 used gibson firebirds. On the other hand, though, ebony is my least favorite, and some think that gibson is trying to make this maple sound like ebony, so. Check one out today at your authorized gibson dealer, and see what this mighty slab of alternative lowend can do for your music. Gibsons firebirdthunderbird series guitars and basses have always been stunnerseven if the originals were slightly awkward to play notorious for neck dive.
Gibson thunderbird nonreverse bass vintage sunburst. Oct 19, 2012 gibson is reviving another model from their past catalog with the new thunderbird studio non reverse bass. The most highly respected of all gibson basses, it was reissued in 1987 with original reverse body styling and tb plus ceramic magnet humbuckers. Gibson nonreverse thunderbird 4string bass vintage. Pickups come in the form of 2 x gibson minihumbuckers, which compliment the sweet warm mids of the mahogany. Gibson has added to its everexpanding bass guitar line with the thunderbird studio non reverse bass. Used gibson non reverse thunderbird electric bass guitar. Epiphone thunderbird iv vsb, ebass, mahagoni korpus, geschraubter ahorn hals, palisander griffbrett dalbergia latifolia, reverse headstock, 2 humbucker. Gibson introduces thunderbird studio nonreverse bass no treble. Gibson recently sent us three instruments in pelham blue, and this is the first to be featured. Oct 18, 2012 gibson has added to its everexpanding bass guitar line with the thunderbird studio non reverse bass.
Gibson 2015 thunderbird bass has 0 ratings score 0 out of 5 based on 0 ratings disclaimer. The gibson thunderbird non reverse announced during 2012 features a choice of vintage sunburst or pelham blue finish, both in highgloss nitrocellulose lacquer. This streamlined design is based on gibson s original model. Used 2015 gibson non reverse firebird electric guitar pelham. This is a preowned gibson non reverse firebird in pelham blue, an eyecatching instrument to say the least thanks to the unique finish. Gibson thunderbird non reverse pelham blue youtube. Nrbird based on the second generation gibson non reverse thunderbird bass. From 1965 to 1969, gibson introduced non reverse models after failing to achieve marketing success with the unusual reverse body design.
Gibson started producing the nonreverse thunderbirds again for the public in. The guitar is classic firebird with a setneck construction with mahogany wings, firebird emblem engraved on the pickguard, and two minihumbucker pickups. Im sure the maple will be fine, rosewood is my favorite but im not usually that picky about fingerboards. Epiphone thunderbird classic 4 pro alpine white gibson t bird pickups 7 ply neck. The epiphone thunderbird iv, based on gibson s original reverse body design, is a. The gibson thunderbird iv electric bass guitar debuted in 1963 with the original firebird guitar series. For greater savings check out our used gibson non reverse thunderbird electric bass guitar and get a great deal today. Oct 23, 2012 the thunderbird non reverse bass comes in two different highgloss nitrocellulose lacquer finishes pelham blue or vintage sunburst. This 20 reissue of the 1965 nonreverse model not only plays well and hangs more comfortably, it also sounds great with tons of punch and authority. Unfollow gibson thunderbird bass to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Its thunderous output is enhanced by a 9ply mahoganyandwalnut neck that extends through. Epiphone reverse thunderbird iv vintage sunburst long. The new models included the firebird and explorer, and they used a new reverse body style the upper treble bout and the lower bass bouts were longer. The gibson thunderbird is an electric bass guitar made by gibson and epiphone.
Gibson started producing the nonreverse thunderbirds again for the public in late 2012. A nonreverse 1966 thunderbird ref tb12 gibsonbassstore. The two shapes are the reverse which looks rather like a cutdown explorer and the non reverse, which looks like a melted boat oar. Finished in a deep ebony nitrocellulose lacquer finish and chrome hardware, the gibson usa limited firebird nonreverse, ebony really stands out from the crowd. Theres the sg bass, modeled after gibson s alltime best seller, the thunderous thunderbird, based on the radical curves of the firebird, and the les paul bass inspired by that iconic design. An error has occured and this guitar could not be added to your cart. The most highly respected of all gibson basses, it was gibsons first long scale 34. The epiphone thunderbird classiciv pro, new for 2012 is a neckthrough, reverse design and features gibson pickups. Gibson usa non reverse firebird pelham blue mint c. The beloved thunderbird bass from epiphone features the reverse body styling, carved top and dual bass tb humbucking pickups complimented with black hardware and the thunderbird insignia on the pickguard. A the great sound and look of the classic gibson thunderbird a alder body with 20fret, 34 maple neck and rosewood fingerboard a 2tbplus humbuckers, 2 volume, and 1 tone the epiphone thunderbird iv bass has a classic shape and a great sound. Epiphone thunderbird iv vsb ebass musikhaus thomann. Gibson thunderbird iv reversed t bird 1964 sunburst bass.
The 1979 gibson thunderbird iv reverse body bass featured the neck. Amp gibson type1965 gibson firebirdi non reverse 1963 vox ac 30 bass 1x12 1966 celestion g12m 1x12 1964 celestion alnico. Break through the boring bass world with the bass that more players turn to now for a better look, better tone, and more bass fun, the epiphone thunderbird iv bass. Epiphone non reverse thunderbird, the gibson bass book. Thunderbird 60s vintage replacement bridge 14 replies. Value of my gibson thunderbird iv nonreverse bass 8 replies. With a quick bridge change and tuner change from black to chrome i got nothing but positive comments on the sound and looks of this bass. This reissue featured the original body shape and neckthrough construction. Arguably gibsons greatest and most desirable bass, this 1964 gibson thunderbird iv reverse bass in sunburst has had an old headstockcrack repair, besides that it. Gibson hasnt been shy in ringing in the changes with this update, either. Gibson thunderbird nonreverse 20 vintage sunburst reverb.
Gibson custom 1965 firebird v reissue gibson firebird, firebird. So non conventional bird lovers, come show and converse about your brilliant basses. The gibson thunderbird has the classic reverse body and headstock design as originally introduced in 1963 as gibsons first neckthroughbody bass design. And like i say, i didnt buy used because i want to support gibson at this time. In a huge population of thunderbird players, the fans of the rarer non reverse style of the mid to late sixties. The 1966 non reverse thunderbird ii with single pickup is a rare model, one of only 361 made. Gibson kept the design identical while fitting the new version with upgraded hardware and pickups. Gibson s line of thunderbird basses is rooted in the design of the firebird, and uses even roman numerals ii and iv to distinguish it. The carved top mahogany body and generous mahogany neck work together to deliver warm bass tone with plenty of attack from the tb plus humbucker pickups.
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