I know I said I wouldn't buy anymore, but I couldn't help myself.......... This might be the most normal bass I ever bought!
(http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af119/Grog_03/2011GibsonThunderbirdIV.jpg)
It feels like half the weight of the Les Paul Oversized Bass.
Ah don't worry we all say that ;) Congrats on a beautiful bass!
Timeless beauty!
Congratulations on your new bass :)
Thanks! I like the feel of this bass a lot better than I thought I would........ I've always been more of an EB/LP bass guy. This one feels almost as light as my EB-3. It doesn't seem to have any of the "Neck Dive" I assumed it would have either....
Neck dive is mainly a myth perpetuated by those who don't play Gibsons.
Quote from: godofthunder on July 21, 2012, 06:59:03 PM
Neck dive is mainly a myth perpetuated by those who don't play Gibsons.
I agree. I have three of these and none of them neck dive. I'm gonna replace my jazz with one of them for a few weeks, just to explore the differences in sound and tone.
She's a beauty. Needs some chrome, though! ;D
No she doesn't, perfect as is. Black is beautiful and down with the Chrome Klux Klan!!!
Quote from: uwe on July 21, 2012, 07:56:36 PM
No she doesn't, perfect as is. Black is beautiful and down with the Chrome Klux Klan!!!
Hah!
The reflector knobs are chrome............... ;D
Nice one!
Congrats! It looks fine just the way it is 8)
Quote from: uwe on July 21, 2012, 07:56:36 PM
No she doesn't, perfect as is. Black is beautiful and down with the Chrome Klux Klan!!!
I coming to get you! ;D
NICE!!! Congrats!!!
Quote from: TBird1958 on July 22, 2012, 10:48:01 AM
I coming to get you! ;D
They'll be wearing outfits made of those silver survival blankets! Mark will be the one in the boots and his outfit will be properly accesorized ;D :rimshot:
Very nice!!
Here is a better photo. Shure is nice not having to deal with reflection off of all of that nasty chrome! ;D
(http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af119/Grog_03/2011GibsonThunderbirdIV-1.jpg)
You said it. And bad for the environment too. Really, a chromie can only be compared in his tastes to the obsessive delights of some archaic savage tribes when they lay their eyes on glass pearls.
It should be forbidden, nuff said. Nowhere does the Constitution say that it should be allowed either, so I see a legislative loophole for doing away with it. I will not rest until I can read "Fed SWATs raid Nashville facilities of Gibson again for illegal chrome supplies".
Uwe, you'd destroy the automotive aftermarket accessory industry!
There's an old saying here in the U.S....."If it don't go, chrome it!"
Us red-blooded 'Murricans won't give up our chrome dipsticks, starters, alternator and differential covers till they pry them outa our cold, dead hands!!
(http://www.jegs.com/images/photos/500/555/555-10070.jpg)
Uwe, where do you think we got our passion for things "Non-Chrome"? (I actually swing both ways on this one!)
(http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af119/Grog_03/19872020sFerrariRedLunaSilver.jpg)
Always a pretty sight, those two. You are aware that you are the only person ON EARTH with two 20/20ies? Talk about a singular position!
And with the exception of the JMJ 20/20, The Ferrari Red beast may have been the most one ever sold for. The JMJ was just slightly higher to relieve me of the top spot. About $50.00 if I remember correctly.
"I can resist anything but temptation..."
Ahh... the joy of slipping off the wagon... congrats... :vader:
That red 20/20 is pure 80ies Hollywood porn. In a good way.
The mate to the bass arrived Thursday. I know I've said it before, but this should be the last of the pairs!
(http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af119/Grog_03/DSC07215.jpg)
I wish I would have bought vintage before the price skyrocketed, but I have to admit, I'm impressed with the new stuff..........
Quote from: Pilgrim on July 28, 2012, 10:16:31 AM
There's an old saying here in the U.S....."If it don't go, chrome it!"
There's another saying used mostly among the military vehicle circles: "Chrome don't get you home".
I think the only chrome in the military was on Patton's revolvers. ;)
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 08, 2012, 08:25:38 AM
I think the only chrome in the military was on Patton's revolvers. ;)
...and parade helmets.
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 08, 2012, 08:25:38 AM
I think the only chrome in the military was on Patton's revolvers. ;)
Shame on you for not knowing they were nickel plated!
just fell off my keyboarddddddddddddddddddddddddd :o
Quote from: lowend1 on September 08, 2012, 01:22:23 PM
...and parade helmets.
And glistening Mustangs, Lightnings, Thunderbolts and Flying Fortresses our Jägers and Flak could spot real quick! But once you have air superiority, why hide? 8)
'chrome don't get you home' is popular in biker and automotive circles. never heard the phrase in a militaty context. i see the military as mostly 'chromeless'.
Quote from: uwe on September 10, 2012, 06:53:41 AM
And glistening Mustangs, Lightnings, Thunderbolts and Flying Fortresses our Jägers and Flak could spot real quick! But once you have air superiority, why hide? 8)
And that was the point.......... Those Fighter Flyboys in the 8th AF were spoiling for fight once drop tanks were available.
Quote from: nofi on September 10, 2012, 07:17:56 AM
'chrome don't get you home' is popular in biker and automotive circles. never heard the phrase in a militaty context. i see the military as mostly 'chromeless'.
Yep, "chromeless" is the point with military vehicles. Since I have two ex-army motorcycles and won't have to deal with chrome I can honestly say for my bikes it's non-value added and won't help the bikes function: it's all for looks.
Quote from: Denis on September 10, 2012, 09:19:13 AM
Yep, "chromeless" is the point with military vehicles. Since I have two ex-army motorcycles and won't have to deal with chrome I can honestly say for my bikes it's non-value added and won't help the bikes function: it's all for looks.
But we're talkin' Thunderbirds....... And Chrome rules ;)
Wow, I don't believe it! You're diverting AWAY from military vehicle and back to the original thread topic! Are you feeling ok? ;D
An anvil grazed my head earlier.................why do you ask?
I hopes y'all got medicaid... :mrgreen:
Quote from: Denis on September 10, 2012, 10:29:34 AM
Wow, I don't believe it! You're diverting AWAY from military vehicle and back to the original thread topic! Are you feeling ok? ;D
I felt offended too.
Quote from: uwe on September 11, 2012, 09:20:36 AM
I felt offended too.
Hey now! I'll do unspeakable things to the G-3 :mrgreen:
OK then, here's a shot of George S. Patton's personal revolvers....
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NIEITyEz_kE/Rl9t0uto1sI/AAAAAAAAAC0/JkjJLwTyMlg/s1600/Holster%2B02.jpg)
Feel better now?? :rolleyes:
Quote from: Pilgrim on September 11, 2012, 04:30:13 PM
OK then, here's a shot of George S. Patton's personal revolvers....
(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_NIEITyEz_kE/Rl9t0uto1sI/AAAAAAAAAC0/JkjJLwTyMlg/s1600/Holster%2B02.jpg)
Feel better now?? :rolleyes:
I would if I were wearing them along with some assless chaps ;)
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 11, 2012, 12:01:04 PM
Hey now! I'll do unspeakable things to the G-3 :mrgreen:
As if I ever expected anything other. What happens in Seattle (thankfully) stays in Seattle.
Quote from: uwe on September 12, 2012, 01:09:05 PM
As if I ever expected anything other. What happens in Seattle (thankfully) stays in Seattle.
Just promise you won't look at it under a black light ;D
I pick it up tonight, it'll get a good workout at Saturday's rehearsal.
Quote from: TBird1958 on September 12, 2012, 05:54:11 PM
Just promise you won't look at it under a black light ;D
I can't imagine why!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LsxHthFsRc
I sure can. But I've heard it's good for the fin.
That's one fin ah'm purtty sure y'all won't be collectin' any tahm soon... :o