---
product_id: 5394115
title: "Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar"
brand: "epiphone"
price: "$1764.09"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Epiphone"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/5394115-epiphone-thunderbird-e1-electric-bass-guitar
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# Mahogany body & maple neck combo 4-string vintage sunburst bass Dual TB Plus Humbucker pickups Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar

**Brand:** epiphone
**Price:** $1764.09
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Unleash the thunder—where vintage soul meets modern roar!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar by epiphone
- **How much does it cost?** $1764.09 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/5394115-epiphone-thunderbird-e1-electric-bass-guitar)

## Best For

- epiphone enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted epiphone brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Warmth Meets Power:** Mahogany body paired with a bolted hard maple neck delivers a warm, punchy tone with exceptional attack.
- • **Iconic Vintage Vibes:** Classic Thunderbird shape with a rich vintage sunburst finish that turns heads on every stage.
- • **Thunderous Tone Control:** Dual TB Plus Humbucker pickups provide that signature growl and clarity, perfect for cutting through any mix.
- • **Sleek Blacked-Out Hardware:** Modern matte black hardware adds a stealthy, professional edge to your look and feel.
- • **Ready to Rock Out of the Box:** Adjustable bridge and smooth rosewood fretboard ensure perfect intonation and playability from day one.

## Overview

The Epiphone Thunderbird E1 is a full-size 4-string electric bass guitar featuring a vintage sunburst alder body with a mahogany top and a bolted hard maple neck. Equipped with dual TB Plus Humbucker pickups and sleek blacked-out hardware, it delivers warm, punchy tones with excellent attack. Designed for serious players seeking classic style and powerful sound, this passive bass offers adjustable bridge intonation and a smooth rosewood fretboard for professional playability.

## Description

Break through the boring bass world with the bass that more players turn to now for a better look, better tone, and more bass fun, the Epiphone Thunderbird IV bass. The carved top Mahogany body and generous Mahogany neck work together to deliver warm bass tone with plenty of attack from the TB Plus Humbucker pickups. Fire up one of these basses and it's guaranteed to thunder.

Review: Chicargo Music Exchange purchase - This is the third base I have purchased through Chicago Music Exchange. As always the instrument arrived undamaged professionally packaged and way ahead of the scheduled delivery date. In this case two days before the delivery date. Before purchase I had spent a couple of hours playing this bass at a local Guitar Center but didn't want to pay the markup and extra $43 and taxes they were asking for. Bass players please note this instrument has a jazz style neck. I wish it had a p style setup but that's just personal preference. the tuning keys need to be upgraded and are not very precise but overall this is a beautiful bass. it's very unique, very fun to play. it looks good, it sounds good. I put a solid 2 hours on this instrument with a thick heavy strap and found that it really cramped and hurt my left shoulder just from the weight of the instrument but I was having so much fun the pain seemed to dissipate with my smile. I wouldn't say this is a great bass for beginners and if you're used to playing a traditional electric bass or acoustic bass you will have to adjust your playing style as the insturment plays way forward towards the neck. Please know this is a passive bass and does not require a 9 volt battery. One last thing the picture of this bass on desertcart shows the Finish to be very light brown but in reality the instrument is very dark and rich in color extremely beautiful.
Review: Great bass cane set up very well - I really can't complain. Wish it was neck through but that ok the more $ ones are, wish the pick up cavity could support gibson tb pickups as dorect drop in. That being said mine came in with great action and perfect intonation out of the box, has the growl sound i was looking for... I did however remove the gibson 3 bolt bridge for a hipshot and still love it.

## Features

- 4-string electric bass guitar in vintage sunburst with classic shape and a classic sound
- Mahogany body with bolted maple neck
- Dual TB Plus Humbucker pickups
- Stylish blacked-out hardware, volume and tone controls

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002CZU9C |
| Back Material | Alder, Basswood, Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood, Wood |
| Best Sellers Rank | #91,690 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #666 in Electric Guitar Strings |
| Body Material | alder |
| Color Name | Vintage Sunburst |
| Connector Type | 1/4" jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (79) |
| Date First Available | December 13, 2006 |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Guitar Bridge System | Adjustable |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 11.88 pounds |
| Item model number | EBTBVSBH1 |
| Material Type | Alder |
| Neck Material Type | Hard maple |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Product Dimensions | 51.18 x 19.29 x 4.33 inches |
| Scale Length | 34.00 |
| Size | Full size |
| String Material | Alloy Steel |
| Top Material | Mahogany |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Alder, Basswood, Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood, Wood
- **Brand:** Epiphone
- **Color:** Vintage Sunburst
- **Finish Type:** Gloss
- **Instrument:** Bass Guitar
- **Item Weight:** 5.4 Kilograms
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 51.18 x 19.29 x 4.33 inches
- **Size:** Full size
- **String Material Type:** Alloy Steel
- **Top Material Type:** Mahogany

## Images

![Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YhtimACrL.jpg)
![Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81VoEr1OnNL.jpg)
![Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91HcFUK0YYL.jpg)
![Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81H54mjN94L.jpg)
![Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31tz2g6ey7L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this neck dive?**
A: I have an older one where the strap button is on the body next to the neck and it does dive. However, I think they’ve moved the button to one of the neck bolts on the neck plate to help with that. I can’t say if that 100% solved the issue though.

**Q: where is it made**
A: China.  If not China, then Indonesia.  Nothing wrong with that.  They make the necks too heavy wherever they are made.  That's the spec.

**Q: By reverse, does this mean it is left handed?**
A: The "reverse" bodystyle is just the shape, not left handed. When the Firebird and Thunderbird were made back in '63 or whereabouts, the bodystyle was opposite of what it is now, and people didn't like it. So, Gibson "reversed" the body and thus we have the Firebird and Thunderbird we know today. Hope this helps!

**Q: What color is this??? Sunburst???**
A: Tabaco burst.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Chicargo Music Exchange purchase
*by B***B on November 24, 2017*

This is the third base I have purchased through Chicago Music Exchange. As always the instrument arrived undamaged professionally packaged and way ahead of the scheduled delivery date. In this case two days before the delivery date. Before purchase I had spent a couple of hours playing this bass at a local Guitar Center but didn't want to pay the markup and extra $43 and taxes they were asking for. Bass players please note this instrument has a jazz style neck. I wish it had a p style setup but that's just personal preference. the tuning keys need to be upgraded and are not very precise but overall this is a beautiful bass. it's very unique, very fun to play. it looks good, it sounds good. I put a solid 2 hours on this instrument with a thick heavy strap and found that it really cramped and hurt my left shoulder just from the weight of the instrument but I was having so much fun the pain seemed to dissipate with my smile. I wouldn't say this is a great bass for beginners and if you're used to playing a traditional electric bass or acoustic bass you will have to adjust your playing style as the insturment plays way forward towards the neck. Please know this is a passive bass and does not require a 9 volt battery. One last thing the picture of this bass on Amazon shows the Finish to be very light brown but in reality the instrument is very dark and rich in color extremely beautiful.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bass cane set up very well
*by Y***P on June 6, 2025*

I really can't complain. Wish it was neck through but that ok the more $ ones are, wish the pick up cavity could support gibson tb pickups as dorect drop in. That being said mine came in with great action and perfect intonation out of the box, has the growl sound i was looking for... I did however remove the gibson 3 bolt bridge for a hipshot and still love it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic Show Stopper
*by K***T on November 15, 2016*

Amazing bass for the price. It sounds great and looks great. A good wide strap is recommended to prevent the neck dive as the headstock is heavy. The body is thin and the neck is thick but it plays beautifully. There are more comfortable basses out there but this one rises above most in the look and feel department. I like it and for the price it's a great deal. Get the case here too... It's amazing.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Epiphone Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar
- Epiphone Case for Epiphone ThunderBird Bass

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*Last updated: 2026-03-20*