Thunderbird Club

[Chucky Stiletti]

Do i need to wear something fancy for our lunch?

nope….

 

[Stealth57]

Do i need to wear something fancy for our lunch?

It has previously been suggested...

 

[GonePlaid]

nope….
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Do try to not wear yer lunch.

 

[Stealth57]

I've heard Tampa Bay ****'s too.

But they have the Bolts.

 

[Larry V]

Hey all I was just getting ready to pull the pin an buy a new Epi Vintage Pro when a buddy sent me a CL listing for a 2013 IV Sunburst in mint condition. I know the Vintage is a better instrument but I can get this IV for 300 and it really is mint. Is the Vintage worth the extra 500? I was ready to spend it but now I'm wondering.

I've had 2 Epi IV's and both of them sounded thin to me compared to my modern Gibsons. I haven't had a VP but some here who's opinions I respect have said that the VP pups sound better than the modern Gibson pups.

 

[Stealth57]

I've had 2 Epi IV's and both of them sounded thin to me compared to my modern Gibsons. I haven't had a VP but some here who's opinions I respect have said that the VP pups sound better than the modern Gibson pups.

I can't compare to a VP, but my 2018 IV isn't quite as "rich" sounding as my early 2014 CP, which is supposed to have modern Gibson pickups. Maybe someday I will add a Black VP since I have tobacco burst and white currently.

 

[Larry V]

I can't compare to a VP, but my 2018 IV isn't quite as "rich" sounding as my early 2014 CP, which is supposed to have modern Gibson pickups. Maybe someday I will add a Black VP since I have tobacco burst and white currently.

It's why I sold my Epi IV's... I just liked the "richness" of the modern Gibson pups so much more that I wouldn't play the Epi's. I do have a CP as well and it sounds just as good as my Gibby's.

 

[JJR58]

nope….
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[El Diablo Rojo]

I can't compare to a VP, but my 2018 IV isn't quite as "rich" sounding as my early 2014 CP, which is supposed to have modern Gibson pickups. Maybe someday I will add a Black VP since I have tobacco burst and white currently.

I've had 2 Epi IV's and both of them sounded thin to me compared to my modern Gibsons. I haven't had a VP but some here who's opinions I respect have said that the VP pups sound better than the modern Gibson pups.

I just pulled the trigger on the VP. I know me and I would always be wondering how the VP would have felt and sounded. Should be here on Thursday!

 

[TBird1958]

Hey all I was just getting ready to pull the pin an buy a new Epi Vintage Pro when a buddy sent me a CL listing for a 2013 IV Sunburst in mint condition. I know the Vintage is a better instrument but I can get this IV for 300 and it really is mint. Is the Vintage worth the extra 500? I was ready to spend it but now I'm wondering.

Get the VP - Fantastic bass, well worth the extra $$$

 

[TBird1958]

nope….
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I think a trip to Washington is in order for you!

 

[icefly]

Yep... character.
Didn´t remember the right word



He´s funny.
A born inventor; builds basses, guitars and everything else, usually in unconventional designs.
I think he spends most of his time brainstorming what to invent.

For example this: just checked out his Instagram (it's been a while since I've accessed for months)

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What I said some days before?

 

[WillyW]

I think a trip to Washington is in order for you!

I'm here now, where do you want to meet?

 

[TBird1958]

I'm here now, where do you want to meet?

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The real Washington - Not that one!

 

[KB5]

Which one of you beautiful psychos did this? I love it.

 

[WillyW]

The real Washington - Not that one!

poopie, my segway battery is getting low....

 

[Gaolee]

Hey all I was just getting ready to pull the pin an buy a new Epi Vintage Pro when a buddy sent me a CL listing for a 2013 IV Sunburst in mint condition. I know the Vintage is a better instrument but I can get this IV for 300 and it really is mint. Is the Vintage worth the extra 500? I was ready to spend it but now I'm wondering.

Maybe. I have one and have had a couple IVs over the years. A VP is much more like a Gibson, except with different pickups, a bigger headstock, and some other differences. Both have polyurethane finishes. An IV is likely to have a much bigger neck. Not all are the same.

I am probably going to sell my VP, but haven't completely decided to yet. I have other Thunderbirds i like better.

 

[bobyoung53]

You sir are a bad influence LOL. I have too many basses (Yeah I know that really isn't a problem) as it is two T'birds isn't going to help that!

And that coming from a guy who's had the same bass for 87 years.

 

[GBassNorth]

Hey all I was just getting ready to pull the pin an buy a new Epi Vintage Pro when a buddy sent me a CL listing for a 2013 IV Sunburst in mint condition. I know the Vintage is a better instrument but I can get this IV for 300 and it really is mint. Is the Vintage worth the extra 500? I was ready to spend it but now I'm wondering.

Between the two, I’d recommend the VP. Used ones are fairly easy to find and might save you a bit of cash. My experience with the Eppi IV is it’s a bit thin on the bottom end. The CP (now discontinued) is a great Bird if you can find one, very modern Gibson Tbird sounding, full, deep rich tone for days. The VP is going to sound much more like the very coveted 1960’s vintage Tbird and is a phenomenally great bass at its typical new or used asking prices.

I just pulled the trigger on the VP. I know me and I would always be wondering how the VP would have felt and sounded. Should be here on Thursday!

Ya done good! So which flavor did you get - white, black or burst? Be sure to post a pic when it arrives, we all love to see a shiny new Tbird.

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

most definitely NOT..tube tuesday…