Here for sale we have a Westone Thunder III Bass Fretless electric bass in Trans Brown finish. Made in the Matsumoku plant in Japan, this guitar is part of a well-regarded era in the Japanese production of guitars, with many brands having instruments manufactured by the Matsumoku company due to their excellent build quality. This was largely thanks to the combined use of CNC machines and skilled labour to complete the instruments. Guitars of this era are quite easily recognised by their similar appearance and 3-pc necks. Other brands produced by Matsumoku include Aria Pro II & Westbury. The serial number and specification of this bass indicate that it was made in 1986. A through-neck construction is employed, and comprises a 5pc Maple​/​Walnut neck, Ash body and Rosewood fingerboard. Black hardware is fitted including a top-loading 4-saddle bridge and sealed Westone tuning machines. A pair of Westone Magnabass T humbucking pickups are installed, and are wired to an on-board active preamp with controls for master volume, master tone, EQ tone, coil tap & active​/​passive modes, as well as a 3-way pickup selector. The 5pc Maple​/​Walnut neck plays exceptionally well, with a profile which might be described as a moderately-sized 'D' shape. With a slightly flattened area to the centre of the profile, the neck encourages ergonomic thumb positioning in all fingerboard positions. The Gloss finish to the rear of the neck assists with smooth navigation of the 34" scale, whilst the through-neck construction and generous double cutaways enhance access to the upper register. The Rosewood of the fretboard is pleasant under the fingers, providing a smooth and durable playing surface. Amplified, the pair of Westone Magnabass T humbucking pickups deliver thick and full-bodied bass tones, well suited to a wide range of genres and playing styles. The Magnabass pickups were designed to emulate the sound of American-made bass guitars such as the Precision & Jazz, and whilst they do produce a sound reminiscent of these instruments, they remain distinctive and unique to Japanese basses of this era - certainly something that will stand out from the crowd today. The on-board controls provide access to a comprehensive set of tones, ensuring that you can blend into - or stand out from any mix. A typically well made Matsumoku instrument. Brand- Westone Model- Thunder III Bass Fretless Finish- Trans Brown Gloss Year- 1986 Made In- Japan Body- Ash Neck- Maple​/​Walnut Fingerboard- Rosewood Scale Length- 34" Nut Width- 1.615" Pickups- 2x Magnabass T Humbuckers Controls- 3-Way Toggle Switch, Master Volume, Master Tone, EQ Tone, 2-Position Coil Tap Switch, 2-Position Active​/​Passive Mode Switch

Verification report

Luthier Report Our ID: 1160725117562 Weight: 10.25lbs Serial: 6053227 Aesthetic Condition: Headstock: Overall very good condition. A moderate chip to the finish is present to the top bass side corner of the front face, lightly exposing the wood beneath. A smaller indentation is present at the treble side edge of the front face, with a light scuff mark also present. A small amount of glue residue is present to the rear face around the serial number from a previously applied sticker. Light scratching to all aspects of the headstock is visible under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. Neck: Overall excellent condition. The fingerboard demonstrates light roundwound string scratching throughout the register, not felt in the playing position. All other aspects of the neck & fingerboard display light signs of past use. Body: Overall very good condition. Light to mild indentation is scattered across all aspects of the body, piercing the finish in places. The most notable of these is present at the bottom edge near the bass side of the bridge. Light scratching to all aspects of the body is visible under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes. Condition of Frets: N​/​A Current Set Up: Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (4mm hex) not included. Hardware: Overall good condition. The neck pickup cover has split, not affecting functionality. The bridge and tuning machines display mild tarnishing and oxidation. Structural: No concerns or issues to note. Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2mm - Bass 2.5mm Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height. Strings on Guitar - 45-100 Electrics: Fully functional. Case & Accessories: No case is provided with this guitar. Truss rod tool not included.