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Gibson Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird Bass Guitar - Ebony

Solidbody Bass Guitar with Mahogany Body, Mahogany Neck, Ebony Fingerboard, Hipshot Bridge, Hipshot Tuners, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Ebony
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Gene Simmons' Signature Sonic Destroyer

Few bass guitars match the larger-than-life nature of Kiss better than the Thunderbird’s low rumble, which is why Gibson is now proud to offer the Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird — customized by the Demon himself! This sonic destroyer is outfitted with a smooth ebony fingerboard, blacked-out hardware, and snow-white binding to match the band’s signature face paint. The G2 Thunderbird boasts a thunderous tone to match its wild looks, sporting a pair of T-Bird pickups and a Hipshot Bass bridge that offer near-endless sustain and a ground-shaking low-end punch. A mirror-plex truss rod cover and pickguard laser-etched with Gene’s logo ties this bird together, all adding up to a bass that will have you rock ’n’ rolling all night!

Earth-shaking bass tone

For big bass tone, the Gibson Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird Bass comes with a pair of T-Bird humbuckers. Gibson designed these pickups with ceramic magnets to give you punch and clarity. The rest of the band will love your bass' huge, full sound with a tight bottom end that will keep you in the groove!

Nitro finish for the look and feel of a classic

Gibson gave the Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird Bass a gorgeous nitrocellulose lacquer finish. Nitro finishes — standard back in the day — are significantly thinner than today’s polyurethane finishes, allowing the guitar to “breathe.” Nitro finishes not only look amazing, but they also enhance the instrument’s tonal qualities. The Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird Bass has the look and feel of a lovingly cared-for classic — one that will only improve with age.

Gibson Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird Bass Guitar Features:

  • Designed by Gene Simmons to fit the needs of the modern bass player
  • Outfitted with a black-and-white design to match Gene’s signature face paint
  • Classic Thunderbird sound, with a mahogany neck and body
  • Beautiful ebony fingerboard that’s adorned with Pearloid reverse split diamond inlays and white binding
  • Comfortable rounded neck profile
  • Sustain-enhancing Hipshot Bass bridge
  • Hipshot Mini-Clover tuners for rock-solid stability
  • 2 T-Bird pickups deliver ground-shaking bass rumble
  • Mirror Plex truss rod cover and pickguard that sports Gene’s signature logo
  • Modern hardshell case included

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 4
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird
  • Body Material: Mahogany
  • Body Finish: Gloss
  • Color: Black
  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Shape: Rounded
  • Neck Joint: Set Neck
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Pearloid Reverse Split Diamonds
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Scale Length: 34"
  • Nut Width: 1.6"
  • Nut Material: Graph Tech NuBone
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Hipshot Bass Bridge
  • Tuners: Hipshot Mini-Clover
  • Neck Pickup: T-Bird Rhythm Humbucker
  • Bridge Pickup: T-Bird Lead Humbucker
  • Controls: 2 x volume, 1 x master tone
  • Strings: Gibson, .045-.105
  • Manufacturer Part Number: BAT4GSM00EBBC1

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Rated 5/5

G2 Thunderbird

Very impressive! Definitely worth every penny! Plays and sounds awesome!
Music background: Just a bass player
Rated 5/5

Shawn from Redding CA

I bought the Gibson Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird bass a few weeks ago.I've wanted a Gibson bass for years .Saw this bass on the Sweetwater web site.I knew it would be a great rock bass,but this bass has tones and sustain that I just didn't quite get out of my Warwick or Fender basses.Those basses great sounding.But the G2 is a tone monster ,it's great for rock and medal ,but it is a great for all types of music.Before I bought the bass the guys at Sweetwater told me that much of this bass is hand made and the finish on the paint not a perfect as some others brands,which is true. I think it gives the bass more character.If you want a bass that is super fun to play and sounds incredible then this is the one that has the it factor.Killer bass ,worth every penny!
Music background: Always played in bands since I first star
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Gibson G2 Bass

Beautiful guitar. The neck is a breeze to traverse; no sticky, poly drag. Something about it demands it be worn low and loud...! The Hipshot bridge and tuners are just solid! I added the Hipshot Drop-D tuner and working with Oscar at Hipshot was as easy as you could want!
Overall, a superior instrument from a superior manufacturer and through a superior dealer...as always.
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G2 thunderbird bass

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From rockers to jazz cats, there are generations of guitarists right here at Sweetwater who swear by Gibson guitars. Not only do they make many of the most iconic solidbody electric guitars of all time - the Les Paul, the SG, the Flying V - but they also produce classic hollowbody and semi-hollowbody models and some of the most iconic acoustic guitars on the planet. We play them all! Our close relationship with Gibson often allows us to stock exclusive models and rare finds, and we're always happy to turn players and collectors on to the gems in the Sweetwater Guitar Gallery. We also have access to all the latest Gibson hardware, and the Sweetwater Guitar Repair Shop has upgraded countless guitars with their top-of-the-line humbuckers, classic P-90s, and more.

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