Always Moving Forward

Ever since it was first released back in 1965, the Non-Reverse Thunderbird has been THE choice for forward-looking bassists who want to make their own path and steadfastly refuse to follow the crowd. The Non-Reverse Thunderbird's distinctive styling and huge, thunderous tone make it a standout on stage and in the studio. Now you have the opportunity to make one of these relatively rare 'birds your own with the release of the new Gibson USA Non-Reverse Thunderbird. Equipped with a Non-Reverse mahogany body and mahogany neck with a rosewood fretboard and 20 medium jumbo frets, each of the two Thunderbird pickups has a volume control, allowing you to use them separately, or to blend them in any amount you prefer. A master tone control rounds out the simple yet highly effective control layout. The three-ply white pickguard features the iconic Thunderbird graphic. The Non-Reverse Thunderbird is equipped with a Graph Tech® nut. A 3-point adjustable bridge provides a full range of adjustment for action and intonation, while Hipshot® Ultralite® tuning machines hold down the strings at the other end and deliver accurate and stable tuning while keeping headstock weight low to improve balance. Available in Inverness Green, Faded Pelham Blue, and Sparkling Burgundy, a hardshell case is included.

SPECIFICATIONS

BODY

Body Styles : Thunderbird
Body Shape : Non-Reverse Thunderbird
Body Material : Mahogany
Body Finish : Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

NECK

Profile : Rounded
Scale Length : 863.6 mm / 34 in
Fingerboard Material : Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius : 304.8 mm / 12 in
Fret Count : 20
Frets : Medium Jumbo
Nut Material : Graph Tech
Nut Width : 40.64 mm / 1.6 in
Inlays : Acrylic Dot
Joint : Glued In

HARDWARE

Finish : Chrome
Bridge : 3-Point Adjustable
Tuning Machines : Hipshot Ultralite
Pickguard : White 3-ply with Thunderbird Graphic
Truss Rod : Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover : Black
Control Knobs : Black Top Hat with Silver inserts
Control Covers : Black
Strap Buttons : 2 - Bottom and Shoulder
Mounting Rings : Trim Ring (Lead Pickup Only)
Pickup Covers : Chrome

ELECTRONICS

Neck Pickup : Thunderbird Rhythm
Bridge Pickup : Thunderbird Lead
Controls : 2 Volume, 1 Master Tone
Output Jack : 1/4"

MISCELLANEOUS

Strings Gauge : .045, .065, .085, .105
Case : Hardshell Case