Epiphone Thunderbird '64, Purple Sparkle

Full Description

Classic Thunderbird Design

The Epiphone Thunderbird '64 captures the essence of a vintage classic with its unmistakable shape and bold styling. Inspired by the iconic Gibson Thunderbirds of the '60s, it retains the sleek offset body, distinctive contours, and hot-stamped Thunderbird logo on a three-ply pickguard. The gloss finish enhances the rich mahogany and walnut construction, while nickel hardware adds to the period-correct aesthetic. Every detail has been carefully designed to deliver the look and feel of a timeless rock and roll bass.

Powerful ProBucker 760 Pickups

Equipped with a pair of ProBucker 760 bass humbuckers, the Thunderbird '64 produces deep, growling tones with plenty of definition. These pickups are designed to capture the punch and clarity of vintage Thunderbird basses, delivering thick lows, rich mids, and articulate highs. From smooth, rounded bass lines to aggressive, driving tones, the ProBucker 760s provide the dynamic response needed for any playing style. Combined with CTS potentiometers for smooth volume and tone control, this bass offers a full range of sonic possibilities.

Neck-Through-Body Sustain

Built with a nine-ply mahogany and walnut neck-through-body construction, the Thunderbird '64 offers exceptional sustain and resonance. Unlike bolt-on designs, the neck-through construction ensures that vibrations transfer seamlessly from the neck to the body, producing a fuller, more consistent tone. This design also enhances playability, with a smooth heel transition that allows effortless access to the upper frets. Whether holding down deep, sustained notes or playing intricate bass runs, this construction ensures a rich and harmonically complex sound.

Rock-Solid Tuning Stability

With a Graph Tech nut and open-gear clover tuners featuring a 19:1 gear ratio, the Thunderbird '64 delivers exceptional tuning stability. The high-ratio tuners allow for precise adjustments, keeping the bass locked in tune even after extended playing sessions. The Graph Tech nut further enhances stability by reducing friction, ensuring smooth tuning and consistent string balance. Paired with the Epiphone Vintage Bass Tune-O-Matic bridge and claw tailpiece, this setup provides rock-solid intonation and a reliable playing experience.

Specifications

• Product Name: Epiphone Thunderbird '64, Purple Sparkle
• Product Code: EI-TB6PRSNH3

Body

• Body Style: Thunderbird
• Body Material: 9-ply Mahogany/Walnut Neck-Through
• Side Material: Okoume (Gaboon Mahogany) or Sapelli (Sapelli Mahogany) Wings
• Finish: Gloss

Neck & Fretboard

• Profile: 60s Rounded Bass
• Scale Length: 34" (863.6 mm)
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
• Fingerboard Radius: 12" (304.8 mm)
• Neck Material: 9-ply Mahogany/Walnut Neck-Through
• Frets: 20 Medium Jumbo
• Nut Material: Graph Tech
• Nut Width: 38 mm (1.496")
• Inlays: Pearloid Dot
• Joint: Neck-Through-Body Construction

Hardware & Electronics

• Finish: Nickel
• Bridge: Epiphone Vintage Bass Tune-O-Matic
• Tailpiece: Epiphone Vintage Bass Claw
• Tuning Machines: Open-gear Bass Tuners with Historic Clover Buttons (19:1 Ratio)
• Pickguard: 3-ply White with Hot Stamped Thunderbird Logo
• Truss Rod: Dual Action
• Truss Rod Cover: Black with Epiphone Logo in Gold
• Control Knobs: Gold with Reflector Insert
• Control Covers: Black
• Strap Buttons: 2 - Bottom and Near Neck Heel
• Mounting Rings: Nickel
• Pickup Covers: Nickel
• Neck Pickup: ProBucker 760 Bass Humbucker
• Bridge Pickup: ProBucker 760 Bass Humbucker
• Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone (500K CTS Potentiometers)
• Output Jack: 1/4"
• String Gauge: .045, .065, .085, .105
• Case: Premium Gig Bag