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Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« on: October 27, 2014, 06:54:47 AM »
    Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ? I had a lengthy talk with the HOGs Gibson rep and I have been bumped up the chain. I can't make any promises nothing is written in stone but I'd like to see a return of nickle hardware, 60's pickups, the big headstock, Kluson tuners and a two piece bridge (there is a possibility the Badbird could be used). Of course the subject of price came up I thought a list price of 5k would be palatable maybe street out around $3,500 the rep agreed that was realistic. I would also like to see the return of the Thunderbird II. Speak up guys! If we get enough momentum I will send them a link to this forum.
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #1 on: October 27, 2014, 07:30:20 AM »
I've been barking up that tree for a while now. Maybe start a facebook page called We demand Gibson Vintage Original Specification basses. If enough of the kiddies give it a thumbs up that would be a good show of public interest.
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #2 on: October 27, 2014, 08:17:38 AM »
I just don't think enough people would really give a crap about 60s spec vs what they already offer, let alone even know the difference. I'm sure their marketing wizards could pump up the hype, but again, I don't know how much return on investment there would be. Plus, for what they'd end up charging, you're getting close to being able to buy a real one. And, as many here have done, you can always "chrome out" a new one to get close to the look, or mod a Bach, etc. That's my POV.
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #3 on: October 27, 2014, 10:02:12 AM »

 Gabba Gabba  Gimme TB II !!!!!

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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #4 on: October 27, 2014, 10:08:48 AM »
Reverse T Bird II in Polaris white!!!!!
Non Reverse T Bird II in Inverness Green!!!

Damn...I always said that if Gibson made the Basses exactly like the 1960's ones, who would need an old one??? This is where Fender Kicks Gibson's ass...
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #5 on: October 27, 2014, 12:02:42 PM »
I would find it very tempting, particularly in a range of nice colours and in II and IV formats. Some of my Fenders and Rics would go on the market. Hopefully some would make it to Australia.
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #6 on: October 27, 2014, 12:06:46 PM »
I would participate not because I consider it a sensible idea - it isn't and you all know that -, but out of sheer international solidarity!

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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #7 on: October 27, 2014, 01:08:24 PM »

 Accurate historic guitars sell well, it's an opportunity to make money, supposedly what Gibson is in business for (esp with Henry J at the helm), they could run 400 and sell every one.   
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #8 on: October 27, 2014, 02:23:55 PM »
But not accurate as in neck-snap...!

Beautiful idea... make it so...

If I could afford one... Inverness Green TII, as that'll be my local city next year...
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #9 on: October 27, 2014, 02:56:02 PM »
A TB II in custom colours and with nickel would be attractive, whether it be rev or NR.  A 60's spec TB IV in burst would not sell many units in my opinion, whether nickel or not, because as far as the general market is concerned it would be just another TB.
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #10 on: October 27, 2014, 08:59:58 PM »
TB II would be a must have for me! Cheers for green or Pelham Blue with CHROME!
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #11 on: October 27, 2014, 10:55:24 PM »

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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #12 on: October 28, 2014, 02:19:17 AM »
Ok, I'd love to see both T-birds as well as (or even more so) '61 - '65 EB3's, accurate reissues as said before - same neck/body joints etc.

For custom colours, well that would be nice - but not those 'one thin layer in a hurry' metallic paint jobs, please! I want nitro on grain filled mahogany, and dont be skippy on the clear gloss!!
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #13 on: October 28, 2014, 07:44:22 AM »
I'd bite on an true NR reissue.  Count me in.
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Re: Any interest in a 60's spec Thunderbird ?
« Reply #14 on: October 28, 2014, 12:11:38 PM »
if they managed to get the pickups right they may sell a few because of the sound .
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