thebrig Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) Just an update re my previous thread: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/254051-gibson-thunderbird-q-as/"]http://basschat.co.u...underbird-q-as/[/url] After reading the replies, I decided to take a punt on a 2008 Gibson Thunderbird I saw on eBay for £745.00 + £30 insured shipping, and included the original Gibson hard case. I won it 8pm on Friday and it arrived at 12.05pm today (Tuesday), it was described as immaculate, and sure enough, it is in absolutely pristine condition. I have just played through our set with it on a strap at home, and have to admit that my shoulder and neck are aching a bit, and I think it will take some getting used to, but I'm going to give it at least six months rehearsing and gigging with it to see if I can get accustomed to it, if I can't, I think that I would have a pretty good chance of selling it on for around what I payed for it. Here are some pics my bird! Edited January 28, 2015 by thebrig Quote
synthaside Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) GAS BUILDING ...... DAMN YOU .... I love these so much , I' love my cheap EPI-"Foney" enough already ... Sound samples next please ... you know you want to ... nice flat EQ ... frontpickup about 7 rear at 10 .. Lets hear it Edited January 27, 2015 by synthaside Quote
discreet Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 That's a bargain, is it not? With the money you saved you can subscribe to your local gym! Nice bass. Quote
thebrig Posted January 27, 2015 Author Posted January 27, 2015 I should add that it was perfectly set up too, I normally do a few tweaks here and there when I get a new bass, but all I had to do was tune her up and I was away Quote
Bassman Sam Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 I was watching that one too. I nearly bid on it myself but grabbed something nice off of here instead. Good score. Quote
thebrig Posted January 27, 2015 Author Posted January 27, 2015 [quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1422376319' post='2671862'] I was watching that one too. I nearly bid on it myself but grabbed something nice off of here instead. Good score. [/quote]What did you get Sam? Quote
Bassman Sam Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 A Fender P bass which I'm taking delivery of in a couple of weeks. Quote
Urban Bassman Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 [quote name='thebrig' timestamp='1422370596' post='2671752'] Just an update re my previous thread: [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/254051-gibson-thunderbird-q-as/"]http://basschat.co.u...underbird-q-as/[/url] After reading the replies, I decided to take a punt on a 2008 Gibson Thunderbird I saw on eBay for £749.00 + £30 insured shipping, and included the original Gibson hard case. I won it 8pm on Friday and it arrived at 12.05pm today (Tuesday), it was described as immaculate, and sure enough, it is in absolutely pristine condition. I have just played through our set with it on a strap at home, and have to admit that my shoulder and neck are aching a bit, and I think it will take some getting used to, but I'm going to give it at least six months rehearsing and gigging with it to see if I can get accustomed to it, if I can't, I think that I would have a pretty good chance of selling it on for around what I payed for it. Here are some pics my bird! [/quote] You don't mention what strap you have. Might be worth investing in a wider strap or a strap with some padding in it. That will help the shoulder and as they say no gain without pain Nice buy - use it often Quote
gafbass02 Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 Nice!! I'm loving my limited edition epi Quote
thebrig Posted January 27, 2015 Author Posted January 27, 2015 [quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1422377085' post='2671876'] A Fender P bass which I'm taking delivery of in a couple of weeks. [/quote]Nice one! I already have three precisions which I love, and the Thunderbird is a nice addition. Quote
thebrig Posted January 27, 2015 Author Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) [quote name='Urban Bassman' timestamp='1422377413' post='2671882'] You don't mention what strap you have. Might be worth investing in a wider strap or a strap with some padding in it. That will help the shoulder and as they say no gain without pain Nice buy - use it often [/quote]I got myself a Comfort Strapp which does help a bit, I will use it every day at home for a week or two, and will then start using at gigs and rehearsals. Edited January 27, 2015 by thebrig Quote
neepheid Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 I find the Neotech Mega strap makes all my heaviest and wonkiest basses sit well (or at least less badly) on my shoulder. This includes a Gibson Victory which must weigh in excess of 12lbs. Cheapest link I could find in a quick Google: http://www.alangregory.co.uk/music/Neotech_Mega_Bass_Guitar_Strap.html?gclid=CjwKEAiAi52mBRDkq5bX0vq1-RQSJAAq_7IGnosbpn2QQYB6DOKK64b-HqpakRltptZ9CZL_xU0nHhoC6Qjw_wcB Quote
White Cloud Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 One of the most gorgeous of all bass designs. I just cannot live with Thunderbird ergonomics at all - but fabulous design and sound. Quote
jezzaboy Posted January 27, 2015 Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) [quote name='White Cloud' timestamp='1422389916' post='2672142'] One of the most gorgeous of all bass designs. I just cannot live with Thunderbird ergonomics at all - but fabulous design and sound. [/quote] Same here. Loved em since I first saw Pete Way throwing his around on TOTP back in the day. No good for me but they are the best looking bass around. Edited January 27, 2015 by jezzaboy Quote
JPJ Posted January 28, 2015 Posted January 28, 2015 I was also watching that one on the 'bay but a chronic lack of funds meant no bidding from me :-) Congratulations on scoring a lovely bass. Quote
thebrig Posted January 28, 2015 Author Posted January 28, 2015 [quote name='JPJ' timestamp='1422403209' post='2672362'] I was also watching that one on the 'bay but a chronic lack of funds meant no bidding from me :-) Congratulations on scoring a lovely bass. [/quote]I waited until the last minute, no bids had gone in, so I got it for the starting price, well pleased! Quote
DaytonaRik Posted January 28, 2015 Posted January 28, 2015 (edited) Nice buy! Well worth a punt at that price too. Ive never had a problem weight-wise with the Thunderbird. Compared to a Les Paul it's positively lightweight! It could possibly be the ergonomics of the design rather than the weight? It took me a little while to find the ideal position but it was well worth the effort. Unsure as to whether or not to take Mark up his p/ex valuation or pop mine up for sale on here for a couple of weeks and see if I get any takers...will have a ponder. Edited January 28, 2015 by DaytonaRik Quote
thebrig Posted January 28, 2015 Author Posted January 28, 2015 [quote name='NancyJohnson' timestamp='1422450092' post='2672778'] Welcome to the club! P [/quote]Cheers Nancy, it was probably you who pushed me into taking the plunge more than most, it's a beauty, and I will give it a real chance, Quote
JPJ Posted February 7, 2015 Posted February 7, 2015 So it's been almost a fortnight, how you getting on with the T'bird? Quote
thebrig Posted February 7, 2015 Author Posted February 7, 2015 [quote name='JPJ' timestamp='1423273179' post='2683121'] So it's been almost a fortnight, how you getting on with the T'bird? [/quote]Felt strange at first, completely different to all the other basses I have, but getting used to it more and more, and absolutely loving the tone, and of course, the looks of such an iconic bass. I will probably take it to rehearsal next week, so I should get a better idea how it sits in the mix, and how it feels on a strap for a few hours. Quote
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