Nikki Sixx Thunderbird Bass from Gibson

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Gibson announces the Thunderbird Nikki Sixx signature bass guitar, a limited run model designed after his favorite instrument.

Nikki Sixx, Motley Crues famed bassist, continues to receive press and fan acclaim for his antics and showmanship in the heavy metal genre. He begins a US tour this summer with Megadeth.

List Price: $2,604.00 US

Available at Gibson Authorized Dealers: Fall 2000

Specifications:

• Pickups:
  • Rhythm: T-bird
  • Treble: T-bird
• On/off toggle
• Hardware: Black Chrome
• Scale Length: 34
• Fingerboard/Inlays: Ebony/Iron Cross Inlays
• Binding: Unbound
• Bridge/Tailpiece: T-bird/bridge combo
• Material: Mahogany/Octagrab
• Finish: Flat Black
• Case: Thunderbird Nikki Sixx Signature Deluxe Hard-shell Case