http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/BAT15VSBC-15 more info on the 2015 bird. Sorry if someone already posted this.
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Been wanting to post this for a few days now, I know I only occasionally post but I do try to pop in every day... I just want to say that this is one of if not THE best groups here on TB, just a great group of Bassists. The talk is informational, friendly and entertaining! Very welcoming and encouraging. My thanks to everyone and special kudos to our leader and Queen! I'm not trying to suck up, I just genuinely enjoy reading this thread! Slainte!
Originally I was going to move the jack to the side but since this has a momentary switch that you have to hold to kill the signal added to the face already (why you would add one like that is beyond me) I changed plans a little. I want to remove the switch and jack and route for a strat-type input that will cover the spots of both existing holes and it will tidy up that control area. Then I will install the TBX in the tone spot to see how it sounds. Later I may change the layout to a stacked vol/vol/, TBX, kill switch because I really do like having that ks option. I will post pictures of the before/after of the controls once the new jack is installed. Looking forward to testing out that TBX
I installed kills on both my birds where the output was and added a side mount. I feel all basses should have a kill, for me at least.
Haji
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I've wondered if I could get used to a kill switch. I've used a master volume in that role, which is why the dual volumes on my Birds makes me a little nuts.
I thought all Thunderbirds from Gibson and Epiphone had tilt back headstocks. Is that not the case?
I thought all Thunderbirds from Gibson and Epiphone had tilt back headstocks. Is that not the case?
That has always been the issue, I'm active on stage, I need to be able to instantly kill it. I got tired of running back to my tuner and now I use a rack
Yea nocturnal. I added the 3-way switch to my Epi. I know I didn't need too, but I like using the neck pick up for the beginning of a song then switch quickly to the bridge for heavier parts of the song. Since i only practice with ether my Drummer or the Guitarist each session. I need to be able to cover both rhythm and lead during our songs.
I just drilled another hole for the switch. I didn't want to relocate the input jack to the bottom.
Originally I was going to move the jack to the side but since this has a momentary switch that you have to hold to kill the signal added to the face already (why you would add one like that is beyond me) I changed plans a little. I want to remove the switch and jack and route for a strat-type input that will cover the spots of both existing holes and it will tidy up that control area. Then I will install the TBX in the tone spot to see how it sounds. Later I may change the layout to a stacked vol/vol/, TBX, kill switch because I really do like having that ks option. I will post pictures of the before/after of the controls once the new jack is installed. Looking forward to testing out that TBX
Good luck bro, ill try to post a picture of a before/ after or the wiring. if u need any help fill free to ask. Also while your at it. Try copper foil your control panel. That's my next mod to my bird.
Haji
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I'd love to have a 2015...but not at that price.
^ Yep, think of us in Australia.
Bass Centre has 2014 Birds for $2700- the importers (Gallins) have them for $2556. RRP is $3300.
Bass Centre has advertised 2013s (by order) at $2300.
With the dropping $AU I would be surprised if the 2015 Birds will be much under $3400 here (street), unless there is discounting when they fail to sell.
I reckon second hand Birds just got more expensive here.
Bass Centre has 2014 Birds for $2700- the importers (Gallins) have them for $2556. RRP is $3300.
Bass Centre has advertised 2013s (by order) at $2300.
With the dropping $AU I would be surprised if the 2015 Birds will be much under $3400 here (street), unless there is discounting when they fail to sell.
I reckon second hand Birds just got more expensive here.
At that price, i'd try and find a vintage one in good condition. IMO. BEsides, other than the bridge upgrade, i wouldn't use the coil tap/split feature. It's full on or full off, and on the subject of killswitches from before, that's all i'd want to find on a thunderbird. Unless it's a vintage from 63-79. then i'd keep it original 
hillerup
There are basses, and there are Thunderbirds!
Is this a response to my previous post about the old and new Epi's?
Both Epi's and Gibson's have a backwards tilted headstock, whatever the model...
However the new bolt-ons from Epiphone and the Pro-V also have their headstocks pointing slightly downwards on the treble side, as opposed to all other models - it's a subtle change, but quite noticeable when you compare the models side by side...
hillerup
There are basses, and there are Thunderbirds!
Andy, could you do some recordings of your Epi played with a pick with the tone full on and full off before the TBX mod, and after the mod?
I'm quite curious about how radical the changes in tone will be with this mod, and haven't found any good demos online.
Haji
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hillerup
There are basses, and there are Thunderbirds!
If you compare this picture of the bolt-on Vintage Sunburst (old model):
With this picture of the TV Silver, you can clearly see the different angled headstocks:
