Thunderbird Club

[TBird1958]

Nah, I don't really need that particular sound. I just want a TBird because I love the aesthetic. Already want it from 2014-2015.

The Classic is a really nice bass as well, certainly an excellent choice. Maybe a little more difficult to find than a VP, as I think they're out of production.

 

[dagrev]

Two of my favorite things... (VP love)

 

[Chucky Stiletti]

Which one do you run as master?

tried both but prefer the EVO for it’s compressor and octaver..

 

[tyohars]

The Classic is a really nice bass as well, certainly an excellent choice. Maybe a little more difficult to find than a VP, as I think they're out of production.

idk why, but I'm more into the CP if I can't get the black VP. I just don't like the white or sunburst on it lol

 

[dagrev]

tried both but prefer the EVO for it’s compressor and octaver..

Even being an Ampeg lover, I certainly understand why you'd say that. Those are both excellent features. And the amp itself ain't too bad either!

 

[dagrev]

idk why, but I'm more into the CP if I can't get the black VP. I just don't like the white or sunburst on it lol

Everybody likes what they like, but the burst finish on the VPs seem to always be fantastic. Haven't seen a bad one yet, and they look way better in person. They also add to the vintage look.

 

[KaraQ]

Have you just started using the AC?

Not really...it's just starting to hit low 90s here, so no real need for it yet.

I just use it when sleeping, so that I can sleep using blankets

 

[KaraQ]

Thunderbird Thursday.....




...fretboards without boring dots...

 

[dagrev]

One of these is a Thunderbird in disguise...

 

[PillO]

Hey guys, I'm might purchase a Thunderbird next month. Can anybody compare Classic pro vs Vintage pro?
From what I read and heard, the VP are more brighter and vintage accurate. But, the CP are cheaper $200+ (NOS), have gibson pickup, and have rosewood fingerboard. Can anyone explain me?

You nailed the differences. Got any specific questions?

 

[Gaolee]

Nah, I don't really need that particular sound. I just want a TBird because I love the aesthetic. Already want it from 2014-2015.

If you are looking for the current Gibson sound, then a CP will work just fine. The main difference besides the Epiphone name is that the Epi is poly finished and a Gibson will be nitro. I'm not convinced that it makes any difference in sound. You can also get a lot of different sounds from any Thunderbird by playing it different ways and using different strings.

Disclaimer: I don't own a CP or a VP.

 

[PillO]

Which one first? I want Thunderbird from very long time. But did the VP worth $200+ more? Did the CP good enough? I want both but my account don't allow me

Robbing banks, insurance fraud, selling the Brooklyn bridge, operating a psychic hotline... These are all things that can be done to pay for additional Thunderbirds. I recommend buying both, then ordering one of the new NR Thunderbirds.

 

[PillO]

Have you just started using the AC?

15 or 30?

 

[PillO]

If you are looking for the current Gibson sound, then a CP will work just fine. The main difference besides the Epiphone name is that the Epi is poly finished and a Gibson will be nitro. I'm not convinced that it makes any difference in sound. You can also get a lot of different sounds from any Thunderbird by playing it different ways and using different strings.

Heretic! Tone paint!

Disclaimer: I don't own a CP or a VP.

Heretic!

OK, the flamingo probably forgives both.

 

[GBassNorth]

Which one first? I want Thunderbird from very long time. But did the VP worth $200+ more? Did the CP good enough? I want both but my account don't allow me

Unfortunately I'm not in US and here, the difference are $200+ more. Is it worthy?

Nah, I don't really need that particular sound. I just want a TBird because I love the aesthetic. Already want it from 2014-2015.

Looks like you've locked in on one of the best bass designs on the planet - the Thunderbird.
That said, if you want to spend your money wisely in that arena there are three excellent choices. Any of the three are great and will serve you well. Probably the best logic to use is to buy the the one you can best afford.

The choices I'd recommend in order of best deal first...

1) a used Greco thunderbird for $1000 or less. Depending on where you live these can be easy or hard to come across. So look before you buy something else but don't wait long if you don't find one or you might miss out on better deals in the used TBird VP market. These are absolute monsters! They'll bury just about any other bass out there, massive volume levels, massive aggression and all the grit and grind you'd ever want.

2) a used TBird VP for $700 or less. If you can find one that comes with a case at that price jump on it, it's a hard deal to beat. These are a bit more agressive sounding than a CP and are capable of dialing in some very nice grit and grind.

3) a used CP TBird for $500 or less. Still an excellent sounding and built bird. It will sound much like its more expensive big brother Gibson Thunderbird, which is to say, excellent. A bit darker and smoother sounding than a VP

Note : if you have to buy new, your only choice of the bunch is the VP.

 

[Gaolee]

Heretic! Tone paint!


Heretic!

OK, the flamingo probably forgives both.

The Flamingo also makes me a better person.

 

[GBassNorth]

Yikes .... it's Thunderbird Thursday again. Here's most of the flock, there's a couple of others not shown, seems like every time I update this pick I add another bird the following week.

 

[tyohars]

You nailed the differences. Got any specific questions?

With Gibson pickup and rosewood fingerboard, how could the CP way cheaper?

If you are looking for the current Gibson sound, then a CP will work just fine. The main difference besides the Epiphone name is that the Epi is poly finished and a Gibson will be nitro. I'm not convinced that it makes any difference in sound. You can also get a lot of different sounds from any Thunderbird by playing it different ways and using different strings.

Disclaimer: I don't own a CP or a VP.

Thanks!

Looks like you've locked in on one of the best bass designs on the planet - the Thunderbird.
That said, if you want to spend your money wisely in that arena there are three excellent choices. Any of the three are great and will serve you well. Probably the best logic to use is to buy the the one you can best afford.

The choices I'd recommend in order of best deal first...

1) a used Greco thunderbird for $1000 or less. Depending on where you live these can be easy or hard to come across. So look before you buy something else but don't wait long if you don't find one or you might miss out on better deals in the used TBird VP market. These are absolute monsters! They'll bury just about any other bass out there, massive volume levels, massive aggression and all the grit and grind you'd ever want.

2) a used TBird VP for $700 or less. If you can find one that comes with a case at that price jump on it, it's a hard deal to beat. These are a bit more agressive sounding than a CP and are capable of dialing in some very nice grit and grind.

3) a used CP TBird for $500 or less. Still an excellent sounding and built bird. It will sound much like its more expensive big brother Gibson Thunderbird, which is to say, excellent. A bit darker and smoother sounding than a VP

Note : if you have to buy new, your only choice of the bunch is the VP.

yeah, my only option is buy new cause there's not much TB user in my country. Tbh, I'm more into CP now

 

[Instagator]

Happy TBT

 

[GBassNorth]

....Thanks! yeah, my only option is buy new cause there's not much TB user in my country. Tbh, I'm more into CP now

IIRC the CP has been discontinued for a while. If you're locked on to a CP you might get lucky and find a NOS one at a local store but the odds of that aren't high. The ebony VP and Burst VP can still be had. I heard rumors that the white VP is out of stock.