Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird, Vintage Cherry

Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird – Distinct design with powerful tone

The Gibson Non-Reverse Thunderbird in Vintage Cherry combines an iconic non-reverse body with a mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard, providing both visual impact and balanced playability. High-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer highlights the natural grain of the mahogany for a timeless look.

Overview and features

The bass features two Thunderbird pickups delivering deep lows and clear highs. Each pickup has its own volume control, and a master tone control allows precise overall sound adjustment. The three-ply white pickguard displays the classic Thunderbird graphic, emphasizing the bass's distinctive aesthetic.

Construction and materials/components

Body: Non-Reverse Thunderbird, mahogany, high-gloss nitrocellulose lacquer. Neck: Mahogany, rounded profile, set-in. Fingerboard: Rosewood, 20 medium jumbo frets, acrylic dot inlays. Nut: Graph Tech, 40.64 mm width. Bridge: 3-point adjustable, chrome. Tuners: Hipshot Ultralite.

Connections and integration

1 x 6.3 mm output jack

Controls and workflow

Two volume controls (one per pickup) and a master tone control. Black Top Hat knobs with silver inserts.

Deep dive – format, standards and compatibility

Format/standards

Not specified

Power supply and requirements

Passive electronics, no external power required.

Environment and usage

Recommended for stage and studio. Solid construction with stable intonation and sustain.

Specifications

• Type/category: Electric bass
• Format/dimensions/weight: Standard Thunderbird, 34" scale
• Materials/components: Mahogany body and neck, rosewood fingerboard, Graph Tech nut, Hipshot Ultralite tuners, 3-point adjustable bridge
• Frequency range/latency/resolution: Not specified
• Inputs/outputs: 1 x 6.3 mm output jack
• Protocols/standards: Not specified
• Power supply: Passive
• Compatibility: Not specified
• Included accessories: Hardshell case
• Other: Two Thunderbird pickups, 2 volume + 1 master tone, white 3-ply pickguard with Thunderbird graphic, black Top Hat knobs with silver inserts