Machines Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 Went to PMT Birmingham today for a post Xmas browse with the missus had a bit of cash on me as presents received. I kind of knew what I was letting myself in for.. there'd be something there the same price as what I had in my wallet and i'd buy it. Well - there's no point evading fate is there ?! Saw this Epiphone Thunderbird on the wall, brand new for £199. Walked away with it for £10 less than that, very happy. Plugged it in at home and it does not disappoint - that thunderous grindy rock tone is in abundance. First bass i've bought since 2005 (seriously) as i've done nothing but trade for the last 5 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor J Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 RAWK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted December 30, 2010 Author Share Posted December 30, 2010 Yeah i've already lowered the strap to the max, will do the obligatory strap button mod soon as well . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 I have to be restrained from buying a Sandberg every time I go there Matt - nice T-Bird fella Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Burrito Posted December 30, 2010 Share Posted December 30, 2010 [quote name='Machines' post='1072883' date='Dec 30 2010, 04:56 PM']First bass i've bought since 2005 (seriously) as i've done nothing but trade for the last 5 years.[/quote] Fair play, I've tried doing that too & it's quite an art! Enjoy your new T-bird. They are nice basses Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris2112 Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 Yes, GAS is a losing battle we all face! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted December 31, 2010 Author Share Posted December 31, 2010 I embrace the GAS, working with it is easier and leads to less guilt when it does finally break you. The T-Bird is an iconic instrument i've always lusted after but never pursued before. All I need now is a Ricky and a Precision ! EDIT: Just found this soundclip on the Epi website - sounds just like this for anyone curious . [url="http://www.epiphone.com/media/TBirdGroove.mp3"]http://www.epiphone.com/media/TBirdGroove.mp3[/url] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MythSte Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 I love when you pick up something affordable and it really tickles your fancy. Cracking bass Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris2112 Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 [quote name='Machines' post='1073444' date='Dec 31 2010, 08:35 AM']EDIT: Just found this soundclip on the Epi website - sounds just like this for anyone curious . [url="http://www.epiphone.com/media/TBirdGroove.mp3"]http://www.epiphone.com/media/TBirdGroove.mp3[/url][/quote] I've got to say that I've always thought the T Bird was one of the worst sounding basses out there, next to Fender Precision basses etc etc. But you can't take the Overwater to the Dog and Bollock for fear it might get damaged, so it's always a good idea to have a cheapy backup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted January 1, 2011 Author Share Posted January 1, 2011 [quote name='Chris2112' post='1074162' date='Jan 1 2011, 05:50 AM']I've got to say that I've always thought the T Bird was one of the worst sounding basses out there, next to Fender Precision basses etc etc[/quote] Is that meant to be serious ? If so, it's one of the most hilarious things i've ever read ! I'm quite sure there are thousands of players worldwide who feel the Precision is one of the BEST sounding basses out there. Are they all wrong ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceguyhomer Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 +1 to that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris2112 Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 [quote name='Machines' post='1074173' date='Jan 1 2011, 08:31 AM']Is that meant to be serious ? If so, it's one of the most hilarious things i've ever read ! I'm quite sure there are thousands of players worldwide who feel the Precision is one of the BEST sounding basses out there. Are they all wrong ?[/quote] Well, their opinion of good tone is quite different to my idea. To me, the Precision has one of the worst bass tones around (as well as being quite ugly and never playing brilliantly). Different vinegar strokes for different folks and all that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machines Posted January 1, 2011 Author Share Posted January 1, 2011 [quote name='Chris2112' post='1074402' date='Jan 1 2011, 02:36 PM']Well, their opinion of good tone is quite different to my idea. To me, the Precision has one of the worst bass tones around (as well as being quite ugly and never playing brilliantly). Different vinegar strokes for different folks and all that![/quote] I think we must have different ideas of what the basses role is within a band context hence the stark contrast in perception of the tone of a Precision/T-Bird. To me they're there to sit in the mix of a band and fill out the sound, not to cut through or have an in your face sound. For the latter, I have the Overwater. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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