McGrath - Thunderhorse V - Black Sands - 9.1 lbs

McGrath - Thunderhorse V - Black Sands

The Thunderhorse V is the undisputed flagship of the McGrath Guitars lineup. This bass represents the pinnacle of our craftsmanship, blending premium materials with a versatile, high-output electronics suite.

Signature Sound & Electronics Engineered for maximum tonal flexibility, this model features:

Pickups: Three EMG 40hz passive pickups for a massive, punchy foundation.

Preamp: An EMG BQ30 3-band preamp for precision tone shaping.

Control Layout: Switchcraft pickup selection sliders paired with a CTS volume pot featuring a Push/Pull Active-Passive switch, our favorite configuration for on-the-fly versatility.

Premium Construction The Thunderhorse V isn’t just built to play, it’s built to last and look stunning on stage:

Body & Neck: A rich Mahogany body paired with a stable, resonant roasted flame maple neck.

Hardware: Professional-grade Leo Quan Badass Nickel hardware and durable stainless steel frets.

Finish: A striking, custom Black Sands finish, hand-painted by Madelyn McGrath.

Aesthetics: Topped off with our custom simulated anodized black pickguard for a sleek, cohesive look.

This bass is the best we do.

 

Specifications

Model: Thunderhorse V (2026)

Body: Solid Mahogany

Neck: Roasted Flame Maple

Fingerboard: Roasted Flame Maple

Scale Length: 34"

Nut Width: 1.85"

Radius: 12"

Weight: 9.1 lbs

Pickups: 3 x EMG 40HZ Passive

Preamp: EMG BQ30 3-Band (18v)

Switching: Switchcraft Sliders for Pickup Selection

Knobs: Volume (Push/Pull), Treble, Mid, Bass

Push-Pull Function: True Bypass (Active/Passive)

Bridge: Badass High Mass

Tuning Machines: Badass Lightweights

Hardware Finish: Nickel

Pickguard: Simulated Anodized Black

Case: Gator Gig Bag