{"product_id":"mcgrath-thumper-j-style-white-sands-9-6-lbs","title":"McGrath Thumper J-Style Bass - White Sands - 9.6 lbs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:fe07c2b0-7f1c-4719-acbe-d619facb07cc-11\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:fe07c2b0-7f1c-4719-acbe-d619facb07cc-11\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:fe07c2b0-7f1c-4719-acbe-d619facb07cc-11\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-8\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"e5d93451-c5fe-4c5e-a151-9da2d0deb381\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5-thinking\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1p927wt\" data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"59\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eMcGrath J-Style White Sands Thumper\u003c\/strong\u003e is a short-scale boutique bass with a big voice, a bold look, and a player-first feel. Built with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"232\"\u003esolid resonant ash body\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eroasted flame maple neck\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eslab ebony fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eWhite Sands finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, this bass carries the presence of a custom instrument before you even plug it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eAt its core, this is a bass for players who want comfort without losing authority. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"524\"\u003e30-inch short scale\u003c\/strong\u003e gives it a fast, comfortable feel, while the \u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eThumper pickup configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a larger-than-expected voice from a compact platform. It is smooth under the hands, strong in the mix, and built with the kind of detail that makes a bass feel personal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eThis is not just a smaller bass. It is a serious, handcrafted instrument made for players who want something expressive, stage-ready, and visually unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"zu4os8\" data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eWhy Players Choose This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003ePlayers choose the White Sands Thumper because it has boutique character with real working-player function.\u003c\/strong\u003e The short-scale feel makes it easy to move around the neck, while the EMG pickup setup gives it the output and punch to hold its own on stage, in the studio, or in a tight rhythm section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eThe body design gives it comfort and confidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e The contoured J-style shape, balanced profile, and sculpted heel make it feel natural in the hands, whether you are locking into a groove, moving up the neck, or playing longer sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eIt also has thoughtful player details.\u003c\/strong\u003e The neck pickup is moved back \u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e3\/8 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a dedicated landing zone for slap-style playing, giving the bass more room to respond to different techniques without feeling crowded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"sooomc\" data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e J-Style, Thumper Configuration\u003cbr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Sands\u003cbr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid resonant ash\u003cbr data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted flame maple with carbon fiber rods\u003cbr data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slab ebony, 12-inch radius\u003cbr data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 inches, short scale\u003cbr data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5-inch J-style\u003cbr data-start=\"2032\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2035\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e EMG TBHZ and reversed PHZ\u003cbr data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2076\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volume with push-pull mute, volume, and tone\u003cbr data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003cbr data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2173\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.6 lbs\u003cbr data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gator gig bag included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ch6bnx\" data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2244\"\u003eBuilt for the Culture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003eTone Culture United\u003c\/strong\u003e, we look for instruments that carry more than specs. 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