• Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
  • Gibson Thunderbird Sunburst 1965 Bass Guitars / 4-String
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Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965

Gibson Thunderbird II (Previously Owned by Johnny Winter) Sunburst 1965

Serial Number: 277092

Weight: 8lbs 8oz

Description
The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid neck-through body design with three piece mahogany center and mahogany wings. There are a few extra screw holes on the front of the body wings.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), .97" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-1/2"
Scale Length: 34"
Neck Details: Neck-through body construction, with three piece mahogany neck, unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment
Electronics: Original Gibson Thunderbird pickup and original electronics, with master volume and tone controls. The pot codes are obscured by solder, but are the correct CTS pots for this era.
Pickup Measurements: 7.9k
Hardware: Original. The pickup cover and thumb rest are missing.
Weight: 8lbs 8oz
Modifications/Repairs: None
Case Details: Original hardshell case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Thunderbird bass is in very good cosmetic condition, with light play wear given its age. The glossy finish has light checking, and some wear along the edges and back of the body including light buckle rash. There is a dent on the back of the body at the treble waist, and the back of the neck is glossy and lightly worn. The headstock face shows light hazing.
Serial Number: 277092
Tech Notes: The bass plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and the original frets are wide and tall with only minor wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1965. This bass was owned and played by Johnny Winters.

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SKU: U5670724406

Description
The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Mahogany
Body Details: Solid neck-through body design with three piece mahogany center and mahogany wings. There are a few extra screw holes on the front of the body wings.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), .97" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-1/2"
Scale Length: 34"
Neck Details: Neck-through body construction, with three piece mahogany neck, unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment
Electronics: Original Gibson Thunderbird pickup and original electronics, with master volume and tone controls. The pot codes are obscured by solder, but are the correct CTS pots for this era.
Pickup Measurements: 7.9k
Hardware: Original. The pickup cover and thumb rest are missing.
Weight: 8lbs 8oz
Modifications/Repairs: None
Case Details: Original hardshell case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Thunderbird bass is in very good cosmetic condition, with light play wear given its age. The glossy finish has light checking, and some wear along the edges and back of the body including light buckle rash. There is a dent on the back of the body at the treble waist, and the back of the neck is glossy and lightly worn. The headstock face shows light hazing.
Serial Number: 277092
Tech Notes: The bass plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and the original frets are wide and tall with only minor wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1965. This bass was owned and played by Johnny Winters.

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