---
product_id: 5394115
title: "Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar"
brand: "epiphone"
price: "£529.12"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
category: "Epiphone"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/5394115-thunderbird-e1-electric-bass-guitar
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
---

# Mahogany body & maple neck combo 4-string vintage sunburst bass Dual TB Plus Humbucker pickups Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar

**Brand:** epiphone
**Price:** £529.12
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Own the stage with thunderous style and vintage soul!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar by epiphone
- **How much does it cost?** £529.12 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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 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:** Set up with perfect intonation and smooth action, this bass is built for serious players craving instant inspiration.

## Overview

The Epiphone Thunderbird E1 is a full-size 4-string electric bass guitar featuring a vintage sunburst alder body with a bolted maple neck. Equipped with dual TB Plus Humbucker pickups and sleek blacked-out hardware, it delivers warm, punchy tones with excellent attack. Designed for professional and passionate players, this bass combines classic aesthetics with modern playability and is ready to perform right out of the box.

## 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.

## 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 Type | Alder, Basswood, Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood, Wood |
| Best Sellers Rank | #90,663 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #671 in Electric Guitar Strings |
| Body Material Type | Alder |
| Brand Name | Epiphone |
| Color | Vintage Sunburst |
| Connector Type | 1/4" jack |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (81) |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00711106265759 |
| Guitar Bridge System | Adjustable |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | H-H |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Included Components | not included |
| Instrument | Bass Guitar |
| Instrument Size | Full size |
| Item Dimensions | 56 x 21 x 9 inches |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 56"L x 21"W x 9"H |
| Item Weight | 12 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Epiphone |
| Manufacturer Part Number | EBTBVSBH1 |
| Material Type | Alder Wood |
| Model Name | Thunderbird IV |
| Model Number | EBTBVSBH1 |
| Neck Material Type | Hard maple |
| Number of Strings | 4 |
| Operation Mode | Electric |
| Scale Length | 34.00 |
| String Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Top Material Type | Mahogany Wood |
| UPC | 711106265759 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Back Material Type:** Alder, Basswood, Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood, Wood
- **Body Material:** Alder
- **Brand:** Epiphone
- **Color:** Vintage Sunburst
- **Fretboard Material Type:** Rosewood
- **Guitar Pickup Configuration:** H-H
- **Hand Orientation:** Right
- **Neck Material Type:** Hard maple
- **String Material Type:** Alloy Steel
- **Top Material Type:** Mahogany Wood

## Images

![Thunderbird E1, Electric Bass Guitar - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81YhtimACrL.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.

## Frequently Bought Together

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

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*Last updated: 2026-06-22*