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[SN H511] USED WARWICK / 1986 Thumb Bass 4-string [06]

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[SN H511] USED WARWICK / 1986 Thumb Bass 4-string [06]

$4,507

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Brand in listing
Other
Category
Bass guitar
Condition
Used
Source country
JP
Year in seller's title
1986
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The Thumb Bass, Warwick’s flagship model, has been in production since 1984. It features a compact body that fits comfortably and is easy to handle, along with a highly distinctive design. This particular instrument is an early 1986 model equipped with EMG pickups, featuring a 7-piece wenge and bubinga through-neck construction, an original one-piece bridge, a screw-mounted back panel, and a headstock shape and tuning peg area that differ from current models. The strap pin is missing. There is a crack in the 3rd string tuner bushing. There is a gap at the joint between the body and neck under the bridge. There is wear around the front pickup, as well as buckle marks, scratches, rust on the screws, and damage to the bridge plating—all typical wear and tear for its age. After arrival, the instrument has undergone a full setup, neck straightening, and fret leveling. Condition Grade: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use Serial Number: 86H511 Year of Manufacture: 1986 Country of Manufacture: Germany Case: Soft case Weight: 4.14 kg Truss Rod: No issues; rod movement confirmed up to 60 degrees left and right with no problems Fret Wear: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing String height (low string side): 2.5 mm at the 12th fret String height (treble side): 2.1 mm at the 12th fret Strings at Setup: D'Addario EXL165 / .045-.105 set Repairs/Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, string height adjustment, neck straightening, and leveling * As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance. * Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup. These measurements are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity. These measurements are intended as a reference at t

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