Description
Few bassists have achieved the same level of rock 'n' roll stardom as KISS frontman Gene Simmons. With his bombastic attitude, iconic style, and mean, chugging basslines, Simmons has changed the face of modern music as we know it. Gibson's all-new Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird pays tribute to the legendary rocker, making it perfect for hardcore KISS fans and collectors alike.
Starting with an all-mahogany body, the G2 Thunderbird projects a rich tone with deep lows, punchy mids, and loads of juicy sustain. Its 20-fret mahogany neck feels nice and comfortable in hand - not too thick, not too thin - and its ebony fingerboard plays with a velvety-smooth response. Players will love the G2's dual T-bird humbucking pickups that churn out a muscular snarl, perfect for laying down classic rock riffs and grinding basslines. If you need more warmth and sweetness, roll on the neck pickup, and the G2 will sing with decadent lows and exceptional clarity. If you're looking to unleash a torrent of rock 'n' roll mayhem, crank the bridge pickup, kick on some fuzz, and you'll transcend to hardcore heaven.
The G2 doesn't just sound and play great, though - with its ebony finish, mirrored pickguard and truss rod cover, and pearloid reverse split diamond inlays, this beast perfectly matches Simmons' dark demeanor. The pickguard even comes with a laser engraved custom Gene Simmons logo, giving it a wonderfully menacing look that is sure to turn heads.
Complete with Hipshot mini clover tuners, a heavy-duty Hipshot bass bridge, and a modern hardshell case, the Gibson Gene Simmons G2 Thunderbird is a top-notch bass, ideal for KISS enthusiasts and classic rock lovers.
Specs
Orientation: Right Handed
Body Shape: Thunderbird
Body Material: Mahogany
Binding: Multi-ply Top, Single Ply Fretboard
Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: Rounded
Scale Length: 34"
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
Number Of Frets: 20
Frets: Medium Jumbo
Nut Material: Graph Tech
Nut Width: 1.6"
End of Board Width: 2.315"
Inlays: Pearloid Reverse Split Diamond
Joint: Glued In
Hardware Finish: Black Chrome
Tuner Plating: Black Chrome
Bridge: Hipshot Bass Bridge
Tuning Machines: Hipshot Mini Clover
Pickguard: Mirror Plex with Custom Gene Simmons Logo
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover: Mirror Plex
Control Knobs: Black Top Hat with Silver Inserts
Strap Buttons: 2
Neck Pickup: Rhythm T-Bird
Bridge Pickup: Lead T-Bird
Controls: 2 Volume, Master Tone
Output Jack: 1/4"
Case: Modern Hardshell Case
Accessories: Gibson Accessory Kit
SKU: BAT4GSM00EBBC1
