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Thunderbird Club
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To clarify: this was in 70-72 when I was playing(keys/sax)in a group doing high school shows. A crew of kids would meet us, help load in/out, and earn passes to our shows. Almost everything was on wheels and we had a dolly for whatever wasn't. Took ~20 minutes to get everything into the gym or auditorium where we were gonna play. In addition to the bassist's V4/2 2x15s, I had a VOX organ>a Leslie 147>the Kasino, the guitarist had 2 VOX Super Beatles, the drummer had a double bass drum kit-all in cases-plus trap case, and our components PA, which was in a homemade plywood cab, and 4 Altec VOT utility cabs. And all the mics, cables, and stands. Each of us moved his own bass, guitar, or sax/flute.
FWIW, during the time this band was being put together, I saw-and held-a Thunderbird for the first time at Manny's, NYC. And thus began my quest. Found the 67NR in 73 across the street from Manny's. Rudy's, IIRC. $250 w/ ohsc.
My band at that time had a roadie/soundman, I think I was lugging my own stuff too which was on wheels.
I don't want to say it, but that's not a tube.
Schaller. Most likely nobody's fault but mine as I hadn't checked them properly. Stupid accident.
Luckily it wasn't the '76 I used to own or somebody else's 'Bird.
I have all the bits and it is probably fixable.
So sorry. Yeah, I've had those times where the lock never fully clicked.
Ouch! Cuss all you want in Uralic. (If that's correct.)
More seriously, hate to hear about that. I hope you can get it sorted out in some way.
I had a Schaller end come loose on my strap the other day. Normally I check them to make sure they are tight..... No damage since I noticed it when I put the strap on the bass.
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Thank you! Wow you have quite the collection! I've heard really great things about the Vintage Pro and was looking for either that model or the Pro. Just saw the Pro IV pop up on Facebook marketplace for a great price and had to pounce. I've been very impressed with the quality! This is my first Epiphone bass, all my other ones are Fenders and Squier. Maybe I'll get another Epi Tbird or get a Gibson eventually. I've always wanted a Gibson TBird thanks to Nikki Monninger from Silversun Pickups! She's a huge inspiration.
Ha! Around these parts, Nikki is known as my girlfriend. Love her! And SSPU!
For transport, we used my 69 Ford Econoline pulling a 6'x12' U-Haul trailer. When we loaded to leave, my main job was as loadmaster, making sure things were loaded in the proper order for weight distribution.
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Yup. I hadn't thought much about her lately and didn't know she had an illness either but it's hard life.
I'll be happy to buy it from you for what you paid for it. Wouldn't want you to lose money!To clarify: this was in 70-72 when I was playing(keys/sax)in a group doing high school shows. A crew of kids would meet us, help load in/out, and earn passes to our shows. Almost everything was on wheels and we had a dolly for whatever wasn't. Took ~20 minutes to get everything into the gym or auditorium where we were gonna play. In addition to the bassist's V4/2 2x15s, I had a VOX organ>a Leslie 147>the Kasino, the guitarist had 2 VOX Super Beatles, the drummer had a double bass drum kit-all in cases-plus trap case, and our components PA, which was in a homemade plywood cab, and 4 Altec VOT utility cabs. And all the mics, cables, and stands. Each of us moved his own bass, guitar, or sax/flute.
FWIW, during the time this band was being put together, I saw-and held-a Thunderbird for the first time at Manny's, NYC. And thus began my quest. Found the 67NR in 73 across the street from Manny's. Rudy's, IIRC. $250 w/ ohsc.
That's the natural oil finish. My Pro V looked the same. They're gorgeous. Not sure why Epi and Gibson don't offer that as an option on their current birds.
