{"product_id":"mcgrath-thunderhorse-galactic-purple-12-way-tilt-eq","title":"McGrath Thunderhorse P-Style Bass - Galactic Purple - 12-Way Selector \u0026 Tilt EQ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGalactic Purple gives the Thunderhorse a darker visual identity while keeping the focus on McGrath's 12-way electronics platform. This P-style build uses a mahogany body, ebony fingerboard and carbon-reinforced roasted flame maple neck, then combines a Nordstrand Big Blade neck pickup with two Big Split 4 pickups. The pickup set is routed through the 12-way selector and paired with McGrath's center-detented Tilt EQ, passive tone and push-pull active bypass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Players Choose This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Galactic Purple configuration is especially attractive for players who want a muscular, modern bass voice without giving up broad pickup-selection options. With Big Split pickups in both middle and bridge positions, there is a strong emphasis on punch, clarity and mix presence. The neck Big Blade adds a warmer voice, and the selector lets the player combine those sources in series and parallel arrangements. The active circuit remains easy to bypass from the master volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalactic Purple high-gloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahogany body with ebony fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNordstrand Big Blade plus two Big Split 4 pickups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-way selector with series and parallel pickup combinations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSave, recall and reset selector functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcGrath Tilt EQ, passive tone and 18V active system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePush-pull passive bypass with power-loss failsafe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBadass II high-mass bridge and lightweight tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34-inch scale; approximately 8.8 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMcGrath ProTec hybrid case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Player's Point of View\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA player coming from a P-bass or modern split-coil setup will understand the center of gravity here quickly, but the Thunderhorse adds far more routing choices than a traditional instrument. The two Big Split pickups make this the most naturally punch-oriented of the Nordstrand Thunderhorse builds listed here, while the 12-way system keeps the bass from becoming a one-sound specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for the Culture\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the culture here means modern tone, durability and identity without burying the musician under controls. The stainless frets, reinforced neck, high-mass bridge, fast-access electronics and passive fallback all support a player who expects the instrument to move between rehearsals, sessions and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy TCU Recommends This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTCU recommends the Galactic Purple version for the player who wants a stronger split-coil center of gravity. The duplicate Big Split positions give this model a particular punch and authority, while the Big Blade and 12-way architecture extend it well beyond the role of a traditional P-style bass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e P-Style Thunderhorse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galactic Purple, high gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted Flame Maple with carbon fiber reinforcement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony, 12-inch radius\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5-inch J-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34-inch standard scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.8 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nordstrand Big Blade, Big Split 4, Big Split 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickup Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neck Big Blade \/ Middle Big Split 4 \/ Bridge Big Split 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/strong\u003e McGrath 12-Way Rotary Pickup Selector; McGrath Tilt EQ; 18V active system; passive bypass; save\/recall\/reset selector functions; power-loss failsafe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControl Layout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Master Volume with push-pull preamp bypass, 12-Way Pickup Selector, Tilt EQ, Passive Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Badass II High-Mass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Badass Lightweights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickguard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrings:\u003c\/strong\u003e D'Addario NYXL .045-.100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e McGrath ProTec Hybrid Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Galactic Purple Thunderhorse is a strong choice for the bassist who wants modern punch, boutique visual character and a deep pickup-routing system in a 34-inch P-style platform. It is bold without being gimmicky because the electronics are built around real performance decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McGrath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52563444662552,"sku":"TCU-MCG-TH-GP","price":2755.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/0339\/5608\/files\/galacticpurpleaug12026thumbcopy.jpg?v=1787605262","url":"https:\/\/www.tonecultureunited.com\/products\/mcgrath-thunderhorse-galactic-purple-12-way-tilt-eq","provider":"Tone Culture United","version":"1.0","type":"link"}