WARWICK THUMB BASS NT 5 (2006)

Neck-Through Body | Solid Bubinga | The "Growl" Machine

🇩🇪 MADE IN GERMANY 🪵 BUBINGA BODY 🔌 VETTED BY ELECTRICIAN

✨ The Flagship of German Engineering

For your consideration is the definitive modern bass: the 2006 Warwick Thumb Bass NT (Neck-Through) 5-String. Unlike the Bolt-on (BO) models, this NT version features a hidden neck-through construction that provides endless sustain and a sleek, ergonomic feel.

The "Sound of Wood": Crafted in Germany during Warwick's golden era, it features a high-density Bubinga body and an Ovangkol neck with a Tigerstripe Ebony fingerboard. Weighing in at 4.87kg, this density translates directly into tone—a tight, focused low-B and that unmistakable midrange "growl" that cuts through any mix. This is a professional tool for serious bassists.

Technical Details:

Model: Thumb Bass NT 5
Year: 2006 (Made in Germany)
Construction: Neck-Through
Body: Bubinga
Fretboard: Ebony
Nut Width: 44mm
String Spacing: Approx 16.5mm - 17mm
Weight: 4.87 kg
Included: Soft Case

🔍 TECHNICAL VETTING BY YUKI

⚙️ Important Condition Notes

Fingerboard Crack: There is a crack at the very end of the ebony fingerboard (body side). This is common for dry ebony and does not affect playability in the lower registers. Please check photos.
Output Jack: The barrel jack feels slightly loose. It functions correctly now, but these are consumable parts on Warwicks and may need tightening or replacement in the future.
Setup: Action is dialed in low (2.0mm - 2.6mm). Truss rod has margin.

⚡ Electrical Verification

Verified by Specialist: As a Certified Electrician, I checked the active MEC preamp system.
Signal: The active EQ is powerful and noise-free. No "Gari" (scratchiness) in the pots.

💡 YUKI'S TIP: The Thumb NT is famous for being heavy and having a bit of "neck dive," but that's the price of this incredible tone. The Bubinga body is like stone—it sustains forever. I will detune the strings and pack this heavy beast with industrial-grade padding to ensure the neck-through joint is protected during shipping.

⚡ PRO-VERIFIED BY YUKI

I’m YUKI, a gear specialist and Certified Electrician based in Japan. I approach premium instruments with technical rigor. I have personally vetted the electronics and structural condition of this Warwick Thumb Bass.