Gretsch G6199B Billy-Bo Jupiter Thunderbird Bass Guitar, Firebird Red
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Gretsch Professional Collection G6199B Billy-Bo Jupiter Thunderbird Bass Guitar, Rosewood Fretboard, Firebird Red

SKU: GR2410516815

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Steven L : Hi! I would like to make sure that this purchase included the Gretsch Hardshell case?... Thanks!
James D : where is this bass physically located? is it new or used?ANDREW R : I'm not sure I understand your question. The item in this product listing is new (not used or refurbished). Ships from our warehouse. Items we sell are NEW unless otherwise indicated.

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Gretsch G6199B Specifications

  • Body Shape

    Other

  • Body Top

    Laminated Maple

  • Body Finish

    Gloss Urethane

  • Number of Frets

    24

  • Position Inlays

    Neo-Classic "Thumbnail"

  • Fretboard

    Rosewood

  • Neck Material

    Mahogany

  • Nut Width

    1.68" / 42.67mm

  • Scale Length

    30.3" / 769.62mm

  • Neck Binding

    Bound Fingerboard

  • Pickup Configuration

    SS

  • Bridge Pickup

    TV Jones Thunder'Tron Bass

  • Neck Pickup

    TV Jones Thunder'Tron Bass

  • Pickup Switching

    3-Position Toggle:
    Position 1. Bridge Pickup
    Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups
    Position 3. Neck Pickup

  • Controls

    Volume 1.(Neck Pickup)
    Volume 2.(Bridge Pickup)
    Master Volume

  • Hardware Finish

    Chrome

  • Bridge

    Rosewood-Based Space Control Bridge

  • Bridge Cover

    Gretsch G-Cutout Tailpiece

  • Tuning Machines

    Gotoh Cast/Sealed Locking

  • String Nut

    Synthetic Bone

  • Unique Functions

    Neo Classic "Thumbnail" Inlay Position Markers, Aged Fingerboard, Headstock and Body Bindings, Black Plexi Pickguard, Schaller Straplocks, Adjustable Truss Rod

  • Strap Locks

    Schaller Strap Lock System

  • Control Knobs

    G-Arrow

  • UPC Code

    717669515409

About Gretsch G6199B

Musical mad scientists Billy Gibbons and Bo Diddley put their heads together for this over-the-top bass, the "Billy-Bo" Jupiter Thunderbird. Its look is out of this world and its versatile sound ranges from down and dirty to mellow as Sunday morning. Special features include TV Jones Thunder'Tron pickups, Space Control bridge and Gotoh tuners.

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What's in the box:

  • Gretsch Professional Collection G6199B Billy-Bo Jupiter Thunderbird Bass Guitar with G-Cutout Tailpiece
  • G6285 Hard-shell Case
  • Gretsch 1 Year Limited Warranty