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Epiphone Thunderbird IV Reverse Electric Bass

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Overall User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Individual User Ratings

Overall:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * . . . . . . 4 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10

Feature:
great tune knobs. Could have been better

Quality:
great quality and awesome sound

Value:
pretty good value

Desirability:
pretty sexxxy

Sound:
Its a great first bass to use. it has great sounds and its fun to use. Great design too

Ease of Use:
very off balance and lompsided. too long so if you have a bag case the tuners will stick out the top of the case and very hard to get in the case because of the shape. just way to lompsided

Overall:
im not 100% satisfied. it gets you by. a great first bass if your starting out but if your experienced. dont buy it

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
Its all good for me ,Other than,see EASE OF USE...lol

Quality:
10/10..nuff said..lol

Value:
Best Buy for the buck. Gibson TB might be a bit better, but IMO, not by much. GET THIS BASS.

Desirability:
Its a sexy bass....I cant get into this here I would be rated for Pornographic comments..lol

Sound:
What can I say that hasnt already been said? Its a killer bass. Highs to Lows, its got what you'll want.

Ease of Use:
This bass Plays freakin great!!! Bottom line. Only Issue i have is the neck heavy issue. But as one other person pointed out, move the strap nut around and find the right balance for you.

Support:
No need to deal with them, with this. i had an Epi SG and needed support and they were all over it...FAST. SO i assume IF, and i doubt i will EVER need them for the TB...they'll rock!!

Overall:
If, and I say IF I have to get another TB, it will be another Epi TB..no second thoughts about it.This bass suits me to a T.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10

Feature:
It has 2 pickups. There is a volume knob for each pickup and an overall tone knob for the bass. What more do you need? I think two tone knobs would be stupid for a bass guitar, so I'm giving it a 10.

Quality:
This thing is a tank. I've bumped it a few times. I'm sure it could dent, but I would definitely use this thing in a fight. Seriously, I don't keep a backup. This thing is basically indestructible. The case for the t-bird is also a rock and locks it in tight, so I would travel with it. And, it just feels super high quality. I've had this bass for a couple years now and I don't see it ever wearing out.

Value:
For $300 bucks, you aren't going to get anything better than this. Actually save your money on a $400 bass, buy this and put some more money into your amp, where it will matter.

Desirability:
If you play this, you WILL get noticed. Play a Fender and some chicks might think it looks cool. Play a t-bird on stage and everyone will love it.

Sound:
I have a MIM Jazz bass with upgraded pickups and I still love playing my Thunderbird. It has a great range of crystal clear tones. Basically, the neck pickup is the jazz sounding pickup. It's great and warm and smooth. The bridge pickup, which is the one I primarily use, is more similar to the p-bass. It's thumpy and growly. Put them both up to 10 and it's earth shaking. You can pretty much do anything with this bass from hard rock to jazz and R&B. I personally like it for its mid-range attack. It gets really close to that Peter Hook sound I love.

Ease of Use:
This thing is a beast. I can handle it, but it's a little heavier than most basses and a bit awkward sometimes. First, I moved the strap button to behind the neck to balance out the nexk dive. Second, you will not be able to comfortably play this sitting down if you are using your fingers (as opposed to a pick). The body's shape obstructs your arm. Lastly, and this won't happen a lot because this thing NEVER loses its tune, but the tiny close together tuners are a pain to wind, especially when you change strings.

Support:
I've never had to reach out to Epiphone, but I bought this bass from zZounds and got it super quick in excellent condition.

Overall:
I would buy this again and again. Yes, it would be cool to have a Gibson Thunderbird (not a stuio). But, because I don't have $2000 laying around and am unsure if I would actually spend that on a guitar if I did, I'll stick with this. It's awesome.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Feature:
the medium neck makes it easy for me to reach towards the end to the start its great because im only 13 and well its awesome!!

Quality:
its tougher than tough I've taken this thing to Florida, New York, Montana and well it hasn't suffered a scratch.

Value:
EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Desirability:
Great, the sexiest bass you'll find from Epiphone or another fine title.

Sound:
I love this thing, its off da chain!!!!!

Ease of Use:
the strings are easy to strum up and down.

Support:
never needed repairs aside string replacements

Overall:
the best feature is it's sound.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * . . . . . 5 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10

Feature:
The dual pickups give this bass a wide range of sound. It's definitely not a touchy-feely bass. I mean not for sweet melodic new-agey riffs, but I got off prozac a long time ago so that's fine with me. Also, I hate F*****g with bridge action. If I wanted to be a guitar tech I would be that. This bridge is simple and since I tune primarily by ear, harmony is what I have with that MILF at the table in the corner.

Quality:
Good solid bass. beautiful finish. I have actually had guitarists, the cream of the ego-monsters tell me, "damn, that's a gorgeous bass, dude."

Value:
Are you kidding me? I paid $239 for this bass and another $35 for the case. I also own a '72 Jazz Bass. Do you know what a '72 Jazz sells for now. The T-Bird is a good deal.

Desirability:
I had seen the Gibson T-Bird and just decided to try this bass one day at Guitar Center. I liked the look of it, just "different", y'know? Based on sound and looks, I bought it that day. One side note: I had to put a strap pin on the top corner hole of the backplate. This bass is neck-heavy, but moving that pin from the original position to that 2 o'clock neckplate hole made a world of difference.

Sound:
I've tried a bunch of different strings on it and the D'Addatio Pro-Steels are the best. Actually the Dean Markley Blue Steels are the best, but the D'Adds are cheaper (can you say pro-musician?). Heavy guage Roro-Sounds are really good also.

Ease of Use:
Plug n play. I did have to tweek the truss rod a bit to get the action where I wanted it.

Support:
no need yet.

Overall:
I use steel strings and a big-ass Hartke rig. Hah! Guitarists wish they could drown me out.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Feature:
i was a bit worried that having two volumes would get on my nerves but now that im used to it its a great tool to have for getting good tone.little groves on pickups for resting your thumb come in very handy.the machine heads seem a bit plasticy.really nice action and very comfortable neck, not too wide not too thin.

Quality:
very well made, ive given it a few nocks and its still fine.Very steady input,goes straight into body.really nice finish on body and neck, the sunburst looks so cool.

Value:
actually amazing value, i've played basses worth thosands and this one is right up there for sound, playability.

Desirability:
Once you see this bass you will want to play it all night, as soon as i got it i told myself i was buying another one if anything happened to it.

Sound:
huge sounding bass,great tonal range.you get two totally different sounds from each pickup.theres a bit of a jump in the tone control because 1-6 doesnt really do much then theres a big difference between 7 and 8 but that might be just my one.Great rock sound but also excellent funk sound in there too.works well with fingers or a pick.

Ease of Use:
digs into your ribs a bit when sitting down but you get used to it, everyone talks about the neck dive and its definitly the first thing you notice but honestly you get used to and people are just really picky bout it, it makes your arm stronger and when you go to play other basses you can play much faster.

Support:
Heard it was good never dealt with it.

Overall:
i think i'll keep it forever(provided nobody steals it) you get very attached to an instrument with such character.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Feature:
Basic controls, volume on each Hb, and tone. but thats all yah need really. Neck dive. don't like. a "tie on" strap fixes that ueasily, or just prop it up with your hand..eaither way, all good

Quality:
outstanding. just plain amazing. the wood grain/sunburst colour is pure sex. Even the gothic series finish is good. The materials used are good, the only thing i noticed was the clearcoat laquer was rather soft, but that wasnt to big of a problem

Value:
good price for what it is. high quality bass, for just under 500$ Cdn

Desirability:
If i had more money, i'd buy another just to have sexual intercourse with it. its that sexy

Sound:
Very good sound. Very nice low-end tone, lots of punch. i don't usually use high's in my music, but when i do, this bass nails them also! the sound is really impressive. very clean indeed

Ease of Use:
Rather easily actually, the only problem i noticed was on mine, the birdge on the low (.115) string was for too low, and any opens would cuase it to grind on the frets, but that was fixable. The controls are easy to use, don't need a big powerful amp to get good notes either, i use an ashdownMAG series and i still get good sound

Support:
Havent dealt with them yet, but i know there good

Overall:
one word somes up the quality, sound, craftsmanship, and overall look. and that is thunderbird.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
Its just got your ordinary bass features, except I do like the length of the T-bird.

Quality:
Exelent quallity, but with epiphone your not always going to get that so try it out in a store before you buy it.

Value:
Exelent value, but only if you get a good one like I said Epiphone can be terible or as good as gibson you just have to try it before you buy it.

Desirability:
This is one of the best looking basses and since it is hard to find it makes you feel speicail when you have one because its so unique.

Sound:
The sound is so good it even sounds good thrue head phones. But I still need to get aset up done to further improve it.

Ease of Use:
Alot easier than my last bass because I out grew that one it was not a full size and I realy needed anew one.

Support:
My guesse is its good but since I don't know I'll give it a 10

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
* * * * * * * . . . 7 out of 10

Feature:
Though I am only saving for one at the moment, I believe the bass is slightly on the limiting side of included features, but does not neccessarily need anything else-its pretty much ready to go! Could have wider selection of colour schemes and hardware combinations...the standard ones are still pefect.

Quality:
The only model better is the Gibon version-so if u wonna spend the extra like..grand on a bass go right ahead!-i feel it uneccessary.

Value:
good price for the quality u recieve. Deffinately woth it but dont spend more than 350 pounds sterlong for it.

Desirability:
actually-id say about 15/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sound:
My first encounter with the bass hapened due to my fixed obsession with its' aesthetic pleasure- It, like an incedibly sexy girl almost made me droole! The encountr lasted a maximum of about 4 minutes only as my sister (who I was with at the time) was so desparate to go home. In terms of sound, I have tried, nothing other than a 1987 fender jazz bass that has such a powerful, crisp and punchy tone, and this would be perfect for metal (in my case my band is covering some Iron Maiden and G&R) to more heavier forms of metal-the bassist from SOAD, Shavo Odajian performed toxicity a number of times at gigs using one-though it was custom made. My only problem with it is personally, the pickups arn't designed well enough for me to rest my thumb as easily as I have done with previous basses, but this would come with playing on it over and over and simply adapting. BUY THIS BASS!

Ease of Use:
The sounds are easy to obtain-this is surprisingly easy, and the neck is very fast, smooth and of good girth etc...again the only problem is the profile of the pickups, which will take a few hours to adapt to-no real problem though.

Support:
never bought a single epiphone product before-friends say they have good after sales sevice.

Overall:
this i expect will last me bout 5 years!

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * . . . . 6 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10

Quality:
well worth the buy

Sound:
it's amazingly good. Love the looks on it and the lean slender body. It's seems to b a little heavy when u first get it, but you'll get used to it after a while. This Bass changed my life. Give it a chance and it'll do the same for you.

Support:
Easy to reach got here in 4 days and the best part NO SHIPPING

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

Feature:
i like the way they set up a volume knob for each humbucker. will withstand anything.

Quality:
great

Value:
good for the price

Sound:
perfect sound control. high and cheery...or dark and intimidating. clear sound, only advice is to get a large amp and good set up.

Support:
hasvnt had to deal with them yet

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
I Want It:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10
Sound:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Support:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10

Feature:
Fairly basic, seperate volume controls for the two humbuckers and tone control.

Quality:
Wonderful so far, very adaptable to many different types of music. Can take a beating and keep on ticking. The only blemish is that neck dive problem other wise you can just feel and hear the quality this bass exudes.

Value:
Definitely a great bargain, the sound and feel of it's Gibson father for half the price. A brilliant bass.

Desirability:
Beautiful, this is a big bad bass with a beautiful design no matter WHAT colour it is.

Sound:
Very good, wonderful low end but capable of higher treble tones. Overall a very punchy tight sound however through slight adjustments also capable of very smooth tones.

Support:
Haven't had to deal with them really, however I did phone them about the 1 year warranty which was very easy however I was a little irked that it's harder to set it up more than 15 days after purchase. However still good.

Overall:
This has definitely become one of my main squeezes in terms of gigging with my several basses, however I still will continue to seek out new basses simply to get new and different sounds. But this bass is great, and comes with high reccomendation.

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Overall:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Features:
* * * * * * * * . . 8 out of 10
Quality:
* * * * * * * * * . 9 out of 10
Value:
* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10