Own the low end in thunderous style

When the 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 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 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 bass model to feature a long-scale (34) neck; previous basses had a shorter 30.5 scale length.

Now, is proud to bring a new version of the legendary Thunderbird to the 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 Thunderbirds 3-ply white pickguard features the iconic Thunderbird logo. The Thunderbird Bass comes packed in a hardshell case for protection during travel. Order your own Thunderbird Bass today, and own the low end in thunderous style.