I feel like the Thumb is the most uniquely Warwick of all Warwicks. Also telling that they don't make a Rockbass version of the Thumb. Lars does such a great job showing the versatility of the instruments and makes me want to play more!
Well said. You simply can’t do a Thumb Bass on the cheap. My absolute dream bass is a NT Thumb 5 from the masterbuilders. My favorite ‘Wick that have right now is a Corvette FNA Jazzman. The two-tone one that I think might have been a guitar center exclusive, it was some sort of shop exclusive and I got an insane deal on Reverb back in the day. Under a grand and now they’re fetching over $2k. I feel blessed. My all time favorites in my collection are said Jazzman and a custom shop Fender P. Only thing I really want now is a Thumb 5. I WILL get one before I die, I will. ❤
The 4 and 5 Thumb Warwick basses are Warwick's masterpieces. They are so incredibly versatile. But what is their speciality. They will cut through any tune. In the most pleasant way possible. Combined by being the best setup instruments in the business.
I had a 1992 Thumb BO 6 string that sounded unreal, but the neck dive was just too much for me. I had originally got it as a graduation gift, and also because Jorge Casas was my instructor and mentor while I was attending university. I’ve always had a high admiration for Warwick because of him, and I hope to work hard enough to get myself one of the newer Thumb 6 strings someday!
I'm from Puerto Rico. And recently found a gps thumb bo 5 string in white at fanatic guitar spain. Been 15 years since I wanted and learned that Warwick basses existed. Now I have one. Feel so grateful about this funk machine that H.P Wilfer created. I'm interested in putting mec pickups with the big poles. Love the look. Which size will fit on the thumb bo gps 5 string?
They should make a 6 string neck through headless thumb bass.... would do wonders for the balance issues, and would be every bit as warwick as they are with tuners at the headstock.
Hello colleagues ! Does anyone know what would be the indicated height for the capsule adjustment in terms of millimeters? I have a 4-string but I have never been able to find information. I would appreciate it. thank you !
Ryan martinie is the reason I got into music and the reason I got a Warwick. You guys should have fought harder for him because his new bass has no tone compared to Warwick
Hi there! There are no over seas Warwick Thumbs being made. The Thumb only is availible in the German made ProSeries(TeamBuilt), MasterBuilt series and as Custom Shop instruments. Hope this was helpful.
Herr Lehmann spricht perfekt Englisch! Sein Englisch ist viel besser als mein Deutsch 🤣 Die Bassgitarre ist schön, aber es ist für mich jetzt zu teuer 😅 Ich will in der Zukunft ein Thumb BO 5 kaufen, wann ich mehr Geld haben. Grüße aus Liverpool!
Nothing sounds like a Thumb Bass. Another thing to praise for is Lars' technique and charisma.
Wow, thanks man, very much appreciated! 🙂
Lars can talk!!!!
What a pleasant surprise coming from BTW 😅
Ha! Yes I can, sir! :-) Atb, Lars
I feel like the Thumb is the most uniquely Warwick of all Warwicks. Also telling that they don't make a Rockbass version of the Thumb. Lars does such a great job showing the versatility of the instruments and makes me want to play more!
Thank you so much! 🙂
Well said. You simply can’t do a Thumb Bass on the cheap. My absolute dream bass is a NT Thumb 5 from the masterbuilders. My favorite ‘Wick that have right now is a Corvette FNA Jazzman. The two-tone one that I think might have been a guitar center exclusive, it was some sort of shop exclusive and I got an insane deal on Reverb back in the day. Under a grand and now they’re fetching over $2k. I feel blessed. My all time favorites in my collection are said Jazzman and a custom shop Fender P. Only thing I really want now is a Thumb 5. I WILL get one before I die, I will. ❤
It's the placement of the back pickup near bridge, it's very close the bridge. There is no other bass like that.
The Thumb is the Rickest Rick... I've owned one for over 15 years
Usb charging? Thats an awesome idea. Hate when you hit record and find out your 9volt is dead.🤔🍻
I have a 1990 Thumb 5 NT that is just completely untouchable tone-wise. Nothing comes close!
Oh man your lucky! Never sell it!! I miss mine every day
@@bassimprovjams3772 same, I had an '89 NT 5 string, and every time it pops into my head I hate myself for selling it.
The 4 and 5 Thumb Warwick basses are Warwick's masterpieces. They are so incredibly versatile. But what is their speciality. They will cut through any tune. In the most pleasant way possible. Combined by being the best setup instruments in the business.
This bass has a bridge pick up and a BRIDGE pick up.
It cuts through the mix like no other!
Lars Lehmann is a really great bassist. I love when he plays his Stingray on the BTW channel.
Thanks man, much appreciated! 🙂
I had a 1992 Thumb BO 6 string that sounded unreal, but the neck dive was just too much for me. I had originally got it as a graduation gift, and also because Jorge Casas was my instructor and mentor while I was attending university. I’ve always had a high admiration for Warwick because of him, and I hope to work hard enough to get myself one of the newer Thumb 6 strings someday!
Warwick... the best bass sound on the planet. perfection itself
This is a great bass and a great player!!!
Love the "Easy Living" quote from 4:38 to 4:43 ish!
it still sounds massive even with bridge pickup only on. the B strings sounds massive
Its really cool how he goes through the genres
Thanks man! Atb, Lars
The jazz lick at 6:03 was great :)
Thanks, Oskar! Atb, Lars
*_We need a RockBass version of a Thumb ASAP!!!_*
Warwick rules.
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Thumb for sure.
Corvette $$ is my favourite.
It’s too hard to choose a favourite model! They’re all so brilliant and unique! I love them all!
stryker! miss the one i owned
Infinity nt 5 master build is by far the most gorgeous bass ever made.
Easy Living!! Gary Thain was a beast of a Bassist
I love all these models⚡️ Always wanted a thumb bass! Especially one in white ⚡️
You are a pleasure to listen to.
Thank you very much! 🙂
Amazing bass
I'm from Puerto Rico. And recently found a gps thumb bo 5 string in white at fanatic guitar spain.
Been 15 years since I wanted and learned that Warwick basses existed.
Now I have one. Feel so grateful about this funk machine that H.P Wilfer created.
I'm interested in putting mec pickups with the big poles. Love the look. Which size will fit on the thumb bo gps 5 string?
They should make a 6 string neck through headless thumb bass.... would do wonders for the balance issues, and would be every bit as warwick as they are with tuners at the headstock.
I didn’t know Elton John played bass….or was German…
Beautiful instrument...
sounds wicked
ash , maple body. ,maple neck ,ebony fret board. ,stainless medium frets. ,bone nut ,hipshot A style bridge or ,schaller. bridge ,bart pickups. aguilar preamp. custom wiring ,3 concentric pots. ,volume/volume ,bass/treble ,mids/frequency. ,3 way mid switch. 👍👍👍👍
4:37 Uriah Heep - Easy Livin‘
I have a color swap warwick thumb that i love SO MUCH. such an incredible instrument ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Hello colleagues ! Does anyone know what would be the indicated height for the capsule adjustment in terms of millimeters? I have a 4-string but I have never been able to find information. I would appreciate it. thank you !
Looks like Carol Kaye.
Ryan martinie is the reason I got into music and the reason I got a Warwick. You guys should have fought harder for him because his new bass has no tone compared to Warwick
are the over seas thumb basses same specs just not made in Germany?
Hi there! There are no over seas Warwick Thumbs being made. The Thumb only is availible in the German made ProSeries(TeamBuilt), MasterBuilt series and as Custom Shop instruments. Hope this was helpful.
@@FramusWarwickOfficial sure was thank you. There a reason why the Thumb hasn’t made it over there for production?
@@MckinleyDjents We are considering adding the Thumb model to our RockBass line up in the future. Stay tuned for more information.
Herr Lehmann spricht perfekt Englisch! Sein Englisch ist viel besser als mein Deutsch 🤣
Die Bassgitarre ist schön, aber es ist für mich jetzt zu teuer 😅 Ich will in der Zukunft ein Thumb BO 5 kaufen, wann ich mehr Geld haben.
Grüße aus Liverpool!
I sold my Thumb 5 and kept my Corvette 6 a few years ago....biggest mistake I've ever made. Should have kept the Thumb
Thought it was Carol kaye.
The Broad Necks are waaay better
Man I want one of these ahahah.
I regret selling my thumb 5... I'll get rid of one of my basses 'cause I want it back
Hey Warwick team! Please hire Patrick Hunter also to demo your basses. He has the style to show off what Warwick basses are made for.
Back breaker.
that b string is delicious
11 lbs? Yikes! I guess I shouldn't bitch about my 10lb 3oz Jazz V anymore 😁
All that attention to detail and couldn't use the much more ubiquitous USB-C connection for the charging.