The typical generic bass case has a rectangular body cavity that may or may not work well for the T-bird, and that uncertainty is multiplied when buying online and unable to personally fit it or at least measure it. The Gibson/Epiphone Thunderbird is one of those. No problem in taking it from your car to the stage, but handling it all day long might be physically demanding. Guitars and basses with irregular shapes can be a pain in the rear to find cases for. This case is heavy! Being a secure shelter for your instrument makes it a real pain to carry around. As the Thunderbird's shape is in cut into the case, no other bass will fit in! Mikes bass is a bolt on neck (4 bolts) with a nicely shaped heel, Id say that will be its biggest difference from the original - for anyone that wants a bass that approximates what JAE had built for you can have one of Mikes maple necks instead of a mahogany/rosewood one. Looking greenish-grey interior decoration and a quite largely dimensioned accessory There is always the possibility to send it back :-)Ī huge black case with a gold silkscreened 'Epiphone'-logo on it. In search of a nice and sturdy one I ended up with one by Epiphone.Īs there were no alternatives being at a reasonable price I just tried that one, If you want to carry your Thunderbird safely you need a fitting case. Vintage 60s Epiphone Case Handle for Sorrento Casino Broadway Cent. Epiphone Thunderbird Bass Guitar Original Epiphone Logo Hard Case c-x. The Thunderbird Hardshell Case's contoured design saves weight while still providing maximum. Great deals on Epiphone Guitar Hard Cases. Still, all in all, I would highly recommend this case to anyone who wants to protect their bolt-on or neck-through Epiphone Thunderbird bass - unless you're a small child, a senior citizen or anyone else who can't carry 11kg around for any great length of time. Epiphone Case for Thunderbird Bass Overview This hardshell case for the Epiphone Thunderbird is a rugged wood case covered in Tolex and featuring padded plush lining, heavy-duty handle, and accessory compartment. Epiphone Hard Cases are the best way to protect your instrument while traveling On the outside, the smooth simulated. (I assume this shape is to prevent anyone from standing/storing the bass upside down, headstock to the ground but I am not sure) I could have used the 'missing space' lost to the tapered form for the thicker, less flexible leather straps that I prefer to use. Featuring new ProBucker Bass Humbuckers and a vintage styled 60s Thunderbird Tune-O-Matic bridge and Claw tailpiece.

I have three negative points about this case - 1.) It is HEAVY (But ok, solid construction = superior protection) and when the Thunderbird is inside of it, it weighs 11kg.! 2.) The shape of the case - I would have MUCH preferred the case to be rectangular like most other cases rather than this unattractive, tapered form. This hardshell case for the Epiphone Thunderbird bass guitar is a rugged wood case covered in Tolex and featuring padded plush lining, heavy-duty handle, and accessory compartment. The Epiphone Thunderbird 60s Bass is an incredibly accurate reproduction of the classic electric bass first introduced in 1963 that has since powered dozens of hits by artists like The Who, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Cheap Trick. Inside the case is form-fitted tightly to the Thunderbird and the bass is completely protected from all sides once the lid is closed and latched shut. The case itself is nearly perfect - it has a great look about it and is made of very attractive materials. There was a couple of weeks extra waiting time as the case was not in stock when I ordered it, but that was understandable and the case was delivered promptly and safely when it was back in stock. The new Thunderbird Vintage PRO is available in Alpine White, Ebony, and Tobacco Sunburst.I bought this case for my Epiphone Thunderbird bass (obviously). Featuring new ProBucker™ Bass Humbuckers and a vintage styled 60s Tune-o-matic bridge and Claw tailpiece.

The Epiphone Thunderbird Vintage PRO Bass is an incredibly accurate reproduction of the classic electric bass first introduced in 1963 that has since powered dozens of hits by artists like The Who, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Cheap Trick. This bass is used and shows some light wear on the headstock under the right light but is in fantastic shape! This bass comes with a hardshell case. In the shop we've got a Epiphone Thunderbird Vintage Pro IV.

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