{"product_id":"mcgrath-thumper-short-scale-4-string-bass-nordstrand-passive-damascus-8-96lbs","title":"McGrath Thumper Short Scale 4-String Bass Nordstrand Passive - Damascus 8.96lbs","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcGrath Guitars Thumper 30\" Short Scale 4-String Bass - Damascus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Thumper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduction Year: 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 8.96 Pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are looking for a short scale powerhouse this is it! This McGrath Thumper features a swamp ash body finished in a striking Damascus aesthetic.  Every McGrath build is a unique, one-of-one creation - a functional art piece designed to be as visually commanding as it is sonically dominant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis McGrath Short Scale Thumper is built around a Nordstrand pickup configuration for an incredible array of world-class tones.  The neck position has a Nordstrand Big Split for clarity with a massive fat low end.  The middle position is loaded with a NP4a in reverse, strategically placed to capture a tighter more focused defined tone in the lower strings while maintaining a thick growling midrange. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe electronics are pure for performance and functionality with a simple Volume \/ Volume \/ Tone layout.  Each volume pot has a pull function with the Neck volume acting as a kill switch and pulling the middle pickup volume puts both pickups in series providing a massive high output boost. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe P-Style body represents a player-first evolution with deep, ergonomic contours, premium black badass hardware, and a striking simulated anodized silver pickguard for a great contrast to the complex shifting patterns of the Damascus finish.  The body has been engineered with a perfectly balanced profile designed to eliminate neck dive, the sculpted heel provides effortless access to the higher register. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted in San Diego California:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMcGrath is a two-person team based in San Diego California and they put their heart and soul into every one-off build!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Damascus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Swamp Ash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck: Roasted Flame Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Reinforcement: Carbon Fiber Rods \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Slab Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNut Width: 1.5\" Jazz Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRadius: 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickups: Nordstrand Big Split \/ NP4a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit: Passive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: Volume (Push\/Pull), Volume, Tone \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush\/Pull Function: Volume 1 Mute\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush\/Pull Function: Volume 2 Series Mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: Simulated Anodized Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Badass High Mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Badass Lightweights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware Finish: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Gator Hardcase (Ask us about upgrading your case!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"McGrath Guitars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52631629889848,"sku":"MCG_THUMPER-DM-260711","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/5451\/3720\/files\/mcgrath-thumper-damascus-260711-27.jpg?v=1783787836","url":"https:\/\/fretnation.com\/products\/mcgrath-thumper-short-scale-4-string-bass-nordstrand-passive-damascus-8-96lbs","provider":"Fret Nation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}