Thunderbird Club

[GBassNorth]

The one on the right is making me moister than an oyster

Speaking of moister than an oyster, this (my best player) might just keep you primed on Thunderbird Thursday…

You seriously need to play this one, don’t be deceived by the Pickup locations, it’s very articulate with plenty of top end, and of course massive bottom end.

Or if a fiver is more up your alley…

 

[GBassNorth]

Mine is an Epiphone 60's...or thats what GC told me.
The Epi s/n lookup says its a '22 made in Indonesia.
It did not come with a case and I prefer to use gig bags for the schlepability factor. SO:
I need a gig bag asap. Anyone have a recommendation?
How about pickups? Are there any recommended replacement pups? I haven't taken it on a gig yet,.. IDK how these pups will work out...so this is an info only request for now...

Those pickups are actually very good at cutting thru the mix, lots of grit grind and growl with the proper amp settings, not quite as much bottom end as the newer ‘64 pickups but still very good. Others will chime in on the best gig bag.

 

[PaperbackRyder]

I’m not into gig bags, but others here are and should have suggestions. There are some here who have the bag that came with the newer 64’s, but don’t use it. Maybe you can make a deal with someone for one?

I found one on the Reverb Marketplace for $90 from a store in NJ. Ad says 3" padding and will fit 50" x 14" so it should be ok.
Thanks!

 

[Stealth57]

I found one on the Reverb Marketplace for $90 from a store in NJ. Ad says 3" padding and will fit 50" x 14" so it should be ok.
Thanks!

I think you need 52-54” for a VP/60s/64. Measure yours to verify.

 

[TBird1958]

Mine is an Epiphone 60's...or thats what GC told me.
The Epi s/n lookup says its a '22 made in Indonesia.
It did not come with a case and I prefer to use gig bags for the schlepability factor. SO:
I need a gig bag asap. Anyone have a recommendation?
How about pickups? Are there any recommended replacement pups? I haven't taken it on a gig yet,.. IDK how these pups will work out...so this is an info only request for now...

Can't make a suggestion on the gig bag, try the pickups out under several different circumstances and don't be shy about adjusting you eq, it's not a Fender. Most folks here like the stock pickups, that said, there are a lot of choices for replacements should you wish to - cross that bridge when you get to it.

 

[Border]

Great concert tonight. Both gentlemen tore it up! Amazing musicianship. Only the second stop on their tour. Definitely worth checking out if they come to your town.

 

[PaperbackRyder]

Can't make a suggestion on the gig bag, try the pickups out under several different circumstances and don't be shy about adjusting you eq, it's not a Fender. Most folks here like the stock pickups, that said, there are a lot of choices for replacements should you wish to - cross that bridge when you get to it.

Thank you TBird1958!
...and I did find a 50"x14" (internal) gig bag.

 

[Ringhammer]

Mine is an Epiphone 60's...or thats what GC told me.
The Epi s/n lookup says its a '22 made in Indonesia.
It did not come with a case and I prefer to use gig bags for the schlepability factor. SO:
I need a gig bag asap. Anyone have a recommendation?
How about pickups? Are there any recommended replacement pups? I haven't taken it on a gig yet,.. IDK how these pups will work out...so this is an info only request for now...

I have one of these and it fits my 2017 Epiphone VP with a touch of room to spare. Someone else here just got one as well.

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[Engle]

Mine is an Epiphone 60's...or thats what GC told me.
The Epi s/n lookup says its a '22 made in Indonesia.
It did not come with a case and I prefer to use gig bags for the schlepability factor. SO:
I need a gig bag asap. Anyone have a recommendation?
How about pickups? Are there any recommended replacement pups? I haven't taken it on a gig yet,.. IDK how these pups will work out...so this is an info only request for now...

IMO those are nice sounding pickups and would not be difficult to sell if you end replacing them.

 

[MCF]

I have one of these and it fits my 2017 Epiphone VP with a touch of room to spare. Someone else here just got one as well.

Amazon.com: Extra Thick Thunderbird Bass Guitar Gig Bag/soft case : Musical Instruments

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Great. I knew someone here could help him.

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

Awesome day!

 

[PaperbackRyder]

I have one of these and it fits my 2017 Epiphone VP with a touch of room to spare. Someone else here just got one as well.

Amazon.com: Extra Thick Thunderbird Bass Guitar Gig Bag/soft case : Musical Instruments

Buy Extra Thick Thunderbird Bass Guitar Gig Bag/soft case: Bass Guitar Bags & Cases - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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THATS exactly what I've ordered. Thanks!

 

[TBird1958]

Awesome day!
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This was the day I lost my raw oyster virginity, it was a most awesome day - Seattle anyone?

 

[TBird1958]

Thank you TBird1958!
...and I did find a 50"x14" (internal) gig bag.

Let me know if you'd like a club number

 

[sleddogn]

I think i have the gig bag that came with my 64, i'll have to check, but not using it....

 

[MCF]

This was the day I lost my raw oyster virginity, it was a most awesome day - Seattle anyone?

I suspect that had I been with you guys, and had enough beer, I would have done some. With enough tobacco sauce to start a fire. Peer group pressure and all. But still, gross.

 

[dagrev]

I kind of like the look of overkill.

Interesting that the new ABM's case is a little more deep.

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

I kind of like the look of overkill.

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Interesting that the new ABM's case is a little more deep.
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Am I seeing (2) more EQ sliders on the 300?

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

would really like to yank the TS PG offthis but the finish is too far gone...... at least the TS is not the yucky one...

 

[Stealth57]

Tsunami supposed to hit here a bit before 1am. Seattle earlier than that.