• TalkBass has been independent since 1998. Add your voice.
    Create a free account to reply to discussions, view embedded media, and browse with fewer display ads.
    Join free Log in
    Want zero display ads or expanded classifieds tools? Compare plans.

Thunderbird Club

#157,642
TBird1958 said:
Mr. Johnny Colt.
I recall reading about this Thunderbird, he stated that he bought it used, the previous owner had reshaped the headstock, white Thunderbirds never fail to get noticed!

Click to expand...

Love some Black Crowes! Classic Rock. Plenty of genuine emotion and they know how to keep the Boogie with the Woogie. Music that makes your butt want to move and feet shuffle around. Thanks for posting that.
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, Border and 3 others
#157,643
Gaolee said:
My 'Birds usually have the treble side a little higher for balance reasons. The low fundamental tone somehow fades a bit on the G string without that. Unless it is the 2015. Those pickups are screwed down as low as they can go. The magnets could lift a Volkswagen.
Click to expand...

Yeah, I think mine were that way when I got them. Now they're the same on all 4 corners, measured on the 32nds scale of a machinist rule :(

...a lady behind me in Walmart checkout the other day commented about how all my stuff on the belt was neatly organized & sorted... :unsure:
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, Border and 5 others
#157,644
KaraQ said:
Yeah, I think mine were that way when I got them. Now they're the same on all 4 corners, measured on the 32nds scale of a machinist rule :(

...a lady behind me in Walmart checkout the other day commented about how all my stuff on the belt was neatly organized & sorted... :unsure:
Click to expand...
Well, at least she didn't ask if you worked there-or did she?
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, Border and 4 others
#157,646
KaraQ said:
Haha, no, she didn't :D

Although, sometimes I think I might should get a second job there, so I can more easily pay for Thunderbird things :thumbsup:

Then I come to my senses :roflmao:
Me & two jobs would NOT work out!
Click to expand...
:laugh:Listen to a few "I Don't Work Here, Lady" or "I Do Work Here, Lady" stories on Reddit and it'll reinforce the wisdom of that decision.
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, dagrev and 4 others
#157,647
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, dagrev and 8 others
#157,649
bylar13 said:
Tahnks!


Thanks! They were folks who wanted to skate. The singer put up a FB post the night before and we were unsure in any one would show up. I think the skaters were all folks who skate in roller derby's at that rink.
Click to expand...

Ha! I almost said roller derby skaters. A couple in particular just seemed to be.
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, Border and 6 others
#157,650
KaraQ said:
Yeah, I think mine were that way when I got them. Now they're the same on all 4 corners, measured on the 32nds scale of a machinist rule :(

...a lady behind me in Walmart checkout the other day commented about how all my stuff on the belt was neatly organized & sorted... :unsure:
Click to expand...
Putting pedals on the board with a straightedge and square is what we do around here. You are in good company.
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, MCF, Border and 5 others
#157,654
back in the saddle...live music slowly starting....gotta have these ready by Sunday...:hyper:
upload_2020-7-26_0-16-57.png
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, JIO, Count Bassie and 14 others
#157,655
bylar13 said:
A band I am in made a video for our new record. Kinda tough trying to coordinate all this during a pandemic. It is situation-ally-appropriate-low-budget!

It was all shot just as we were allowed back outside here in PA!

Click to expand...

There's so much great talent in this club! Great song, great playing and great video! Post more when you can, I'm a fan.

Nocturnal said:
Interesting idea. Would the wings be white or another color? Would you make this from pickguard type material or decals, or..........????
Click to expand...
I used to do a lot of painting, so if I decide to do it I'll hand paint the wings on the bass and then shoot it with a couple of clear satin coats to seal it in.

donahue said:
Well, I’m already thinking about my next Bird. :) I’m thinking a black Greco if I can find one good shape at a decent price or a Vintage Pro in the Burst, but with the dark fretboard like the one posted on here.
Click to expand...
Recall, it's our job to enable, so here ya go...
Greco Thunderbird 1989 Black | Matt Tolle | Reverb
There's also a red one, a white one and a tobacco Burst one on reverb right now.

TBird1958 said:
Greco Thunderbirds = RAWR!

I think @GBassNorth will testify as well.

View attachment 3919105
Click to expand...
Spot on! To date, my Greco and my VP are the two best bass purchases I've ever made. Not only does the Greco have even more balls than the VP, it nearly plays itself. There's just something about the Greco that makes it infinitely easier to play songs on that I normally struggle with on other basses.

And to build on V's meme....
IMG_4115.JPG



KaraQ said:
Yeah, I think mine were that way when I got them. Now they're the same on all 4 corners, measured on the 32nds scale of a machinist rule :(.....
Click to expand...
LOL - I thought I was the only one that OCD about my pups, looks like I'm in good company.

KQ - you've got to be getting close to a new bass day. When does the Greco SQ arrive? Can't wait to hear your take on it.
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, Count Bassie, MCF and 8 others
#157,656
GBassNorth said:
LOL - I thought I was the only one that OCD about my pups, looks like I'm in good company.

KQ - you've got to be getting close to a new bass day. When does the Greco SQ arrive? Can't wait to hear your take on it.
Click to expand...

It was scheduled to arrive Thursday. Would'a been a great Thunderbird Thursday surprise!:hyper:
It's likely gotten held up due to covid or customs, working on it...:meh:
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, Count Bassie, MCF and 4 others
#157,657
KaraQ said:
It was scheduled to arrive Thursday. Would'a been a great Thunderbird Thursday surprise!:hyper:
It's likely gotten held up due to covid or customs, working on it...:meh:
Click to expand...
Hate it when that happens, it always reminds me of that Ketchup commercial from back in the 70's...

I've seen a few interesting basses in Japan but haven't ever pulled the trigger on one. Once you get yours, you'll have to let us know how the international purchase went and if customs and other things are easy to navigate. Hope you get yours soon.:thumbsup:
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, Count Bassie, MCF and 4 others
#157,658
GBassNorth said:
Hate it when that happens, it always reminds me of that Ketchup commercial from back in the 70's...

I've seen a few interesting basses in Japan but haven't ever pulled the trigger on one. Once you get yours, you'll have to let us know how the international purchase went and if customs and other things are easy to navigate. Hope you get yours soon.:thumbsup:
Click to expand...

I remember those commercials! :whistle:

Looking forward to being able to post all the info about the new 'bird :)
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, Count Bassie, MCF and 4 others
#157,659
bylar13 said:
A band I am in made a video for our new record. Kinda tough trying to coordinate all this during a pandemic. It is situation-ally-appropriate-low-budget!

It was all shot just as we were allowed back outside here in PA!

Click to expand...

Fun vid! Love the lo-fi, homemade approach. And cool music, as expected. I'd go see you guys if you played around here...
 
  • Like
Reactions: PillO, Chucky Stiletti, MCF and 8 others

Latest posts

Top Bottom
Back