Epiphone Thunderbird '64 Inverness Green Ibgcs

A Thunderbird "Inspired by Gibson Custom": The Sixties Heritage, Modern Demands

This Thunderbird '64 is part of the Inspired by Gibson Custom collection, a series designed to recapture the aesthetics and feel of iconic instruments from the golden age while maintaining the reliability expected from a modern instrument. Here, the "vintage" spirit goes beyond color: the design emphasizes fundamentals that have made the model famous, with solid wood construction and a neck-through architecture typical of the Thunderbird DNA. The result: a bass with a strong character, crafted for both pick and fingerstyle playing, with a presence in the mix that reminds why this shape became a rock symbol.

For Which Bassist and Styles?

With its long 34" / 864 mm scale and generous sonic temperament, the Thunderbird '64 primarily targets intermediate to advanced bassists seeking an expressive stage bass capable of handling energetic playing without losing foundation. Its 60s Rounded Bass neck profile offers a "full" grip: ideal if you like to feel the neck and push a groove with authority.

Regarding styles, it excels where body and tone matter: rock, hard rock, stoner, punk, classic metal, garage, and any band where the bass needs to carry the song as much as the guitar. The two separate volume controls also allow fine adjustment of the balance between warmth and attack, useful for transitioning from a laid-back verse to a more biting chorus without changing instruments.

Sound Characteristics

The sonic recipe of this Thunderbird is based on a very "low-mid" foundation: the mahogany body provides density, natural warmth, and a sense of depth in the notes, while the neck-through construction promotes vibrational continuity along the entire instrument. This build enhances sustain perception and helps the bass remain stable and clear even when the band turns up the volume.

The two Epiphone ProBuckers 760 humbuckers deliver the famous Thunderbird "wall": a thick, powerful, and solid signal. Neck pickup yields round and enveloping lows, perfect for supporting a power trio, thickening a riff, or laying down a massive foundation in standard tuning. Bridge pickup adds attack and definition, handy for cutting through the mix with a pick, highlighting harmonics, and achieving sharper articulation.

The simple and effective electronics serve performance: one neck pickup volume, one bridge pickup volume, and a master tone. This setup allows you to "dial in" the blend of the two pickups (from warmth to bite) and quickly adjust brightness: open tone for a sharp, lively sound; closed tone for a darker, more vintage color, ideal for thick lines and heavy grooves.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To fully exploit this bass, consider a set of 4-string long scale (34") bass strings in the recommended .040-.095 gauge to maintain the original tension balance and response. A wide bass strap is also recommended for comfort during standing play, especially if you do back-to-back rehearsals and gigs. Since the Epiphone Premium Gig Bag is included, you already have a reliable solution for transport and protection.

Technical specifications

Color

Green

Type	solid body electric bass	Nut width	38 mm / 1.50"
Body	mahogany	Bridge	Epiphone Vintage Bass Tune-O-Matic
Finish	glossy	Tailpiece	Epiphone Vintage Bass Claw
Construction	9-piece maple-walnut neck-through	Tuners	open Epiphone Bass, Historic Clover butterfly, 19:1 ratio
Profile	60s Rounded Bass	Recommended string gauge	.040-.095
Fingerboard	laurel	Pickups	2 x Epiphone ProBuckers 760 humbuckers
Frets	20	Controls	Neck Volume, Bridge Volume, Master Tone
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Series	EPIPHONE Original Collection Thunderbird '64
Radius	12" / 305 mm	Gig Bag	Epiphone Premium Gig Bag included