For sale 1997 Warwick Thumb BO 6-string - Free Shipping

Up for sale is a 1997 Warwick Thumb 6-string.

I purchased this bass a few weeks ago on Reverb. The previous seller was excellent with communication and everything was exactly as described. No surprises at all. I am only selling because I am specifically searching for a Thumb 6 from the earlier "fat neck" era, and this one has a slimmer neck profile than what I am looking for.

Specs and Features

• Year: 1997
• Neck: 3-piece Wenge
• Body: Likely Ovangkol (based on grain and weight, not officially confirmed)
• Pickups: Original Seymour Duncan Basslines soapbars
• Weight: Approximately 9 lbs on a bathroom scale. It is pretty light! My 5 string is almost 10 lbs.

Neck Profile

This bass does not have the thicker D-shaped neck from the earlier "fat neck" era. Instead, it has a more traditional C-shaped profile, similar to what you find on more modern Warwick models. Typical, but that is the only issue for me. I have two other Warwick basses a Thumb 5 from 1999 and Corvette 6 from 2004. Both basses have the ideal neck for me. That is what I am looking for.

Condition

I am listing this as Good condition to be conservative, but it is in solid shape overall.

• Natural discoloration on the headstock
• Peeling on one tuner
• Otherwise clean and well cared for

Playability

• The truss rod works properly in both directions
• Neck feels great and plays easily
• Electronics function as they should
• Sounds excellent, with the punch, clarity, and growl you expect from a Thumb

Why I Am Selling

If I see it, I will continue my search for a specific version of the Thumb 6 with a thicker neck profile and Bubinga body.

Trades
I'm open to trading for another 6-string Warwick from around 1999-2007, but please no broad necks. I'm willing to accept cash in either direction, depending on the model.
The long shots are:

• Ken Smith BSR 6 + cash from me.
• Alembic Elan, Spoiler, or Europa 6-string (tighter string spacing) + cash from me.

Feel free to reach out with any questions. If interested, we can meet via Zoom or FaceTime, so I can show you the bass.

Shipping
Free shipping CONUS in a Warwick Rockbag. For a little bit more ($80), I can ship it in a Road Runner hard case.