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gearHed289

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Nice Bicentennial Bird for sale
« on: September 05, 2013, 07:51:10 AM »
I got the OK from Dave to post this here - A former co-worker of mine is trying to unload a 1976 Thunderbird for his deceased friend's widow. I actually had this bass in my possession for a couple of weeks about 6-7 years ago. It's unbroken and appears to be all original, including pots/wiring. Sounds like you would expect - a little mellower than a 60s or current bird. The natural finish looks great. There are extra strap button holes at the front, and maybe one at the rear. It's been a while since I saw it in person. Anyway, anyone interested, let me know and I'll hook you up with the "caretaker". Asking $2400. I'd grab it myself, but I don't have that kind of money sitting around (need to buy another SUV for gigging).

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Re: Nice Bicentennial Bird for sale
« Reply #1 on: September 05, 2013, 02:25:57 PM »
Always loved those natural finished Bicents!
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Re: Nice Bicentennial Bird for sale
« Reply #2 on: September 05, 2013, 02:47:05 PM »

 Yeah, it's givin' me a maho woodie  ;D
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Re: Nice Bicentennial Bird for sale
« Reply #3 on: September 05, 2013, 03:47:42 PM »
Yeah, it's givin' me a maho woodie  ;D

What better birthday present to yourself?  :vader:

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Re: Nice Bicentennial Bird for sale
« Reply #4 on: September 05, 2013, 05:29:23 PM »
Never tried one with the stock (series) wiring, but mine (wired like a modern TB IV) sounds pretty damn good if I do say so.  It is still the bass that I gig most often, along with the 4001 or Triumph.

Nice price on this one (these days).

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Re: Nice Bicentennial Bird for sale
« Reply #5 on: September 06, 2013, 08:49:11 AM »
Always loved those natural finished Bicents!

Yeah, I never thought much about natural birds, but when I got hold of this one, I fell in love. Has an old Korina Explorer vibe.