![]() Really, it doesn't sound all too different from my Ricks. I am having difficulties bonding with my Epi Pro IV, both for the reasons you state and also the sound/feel. but if I'm honest, it was the least practical bass that I have ever owned. I fell in love with the "thunderous" (ouch!) tone and its looks. being a big Firebird fan, I was really taken with the body shape and the idea of owning a T'bird. Used Epiphone 2015 THUNDERBIRD GOTH IV Bass (Good/Very Good, 9.2 lbs) 399.99 60 Off. The other part is an Epiphone custom Thunderbird body. Just my honest opinion.īrew wrote:I had a 1986 Gibson Thunderbird, "Custom shop" model, for about 5 yrs, until 2004. One part Squier Jaguar neck, (very similar in look and feel to a jazz neck) maple neck with a rosewood fret board and block inlays. too large for the boot/trunk and the back seat of an Audi A4!! Small details, and possibly irrelevant to you, I know, but all pertinent to life with my T-Bird.Īny bass or guitar 'sold' is a sad experience - but if I am realistic, despite the great sound, the sale of my Thunderbird is not a sale that I regret. a problem only partially rectified by wide leather strap.īear in mind that the case is massive too. and incredibly neck heavy, when strapped on. I am over 6 feet tall and that first fret was an awfully long way to the left!Īlso, it will come as no surprise to you, when I say that it was almost impossible to play sitting-down. The problem was its sheer size.(see the photo below) compared with my 4001 and Fender P-bass. until a TB member posts an accurate measurement of the specific bass (obviously TBers are always right ) If this has already been done, please let me know. I fell in love with the "thunderous" (ouch!) tone and its looks. The measurement is that of the neck width at the nut position. I had a 1986 Gibson Thunderbird, "Custom shop" model, for about 5 yrs, until 2004. ![]()
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