Product Overview
The McGrath Thumper Damascus is a short-scale P-Style Thumper configuration with a Swamp Ash body, roasted flame maple neck, slab ebony fingerboard, and Nordstrand pickup pairing. The build features McGrath’s Damascus finish, black hardware, a simulated anodized silver pickguard, and a stripped-down Volume/Volume/Tone control layout with functional switching.
Why Players Choose It
- Damascus finish creates a one-of-one visual identity.
- Nordstrand Big Split and NP4a pickup combination is listed for clarity, fat low end, tighter definition, and growling midrange.
- Volume/Volume/Tone layout keeps the bass direct while adding live-useful killswitch and series routing functions.
- Short-scale format, ergonomic contours, sculpted heel, and balanced profile are described as player-first design choices.
Why TCU Recommends This Bass
TCU recommends this bass for players who want a compact custom instrument that still carries weight in a professional mix. The Nordstrand pickup setup, short-scale feel, and practical switching make it a strong choice for live, studio, funk, rock, R&B, and modern bass work.
Key Points
- Short-scale 4-string P-Style Thumper configuration.
- Swamp Ash body with slab ebony fingerboard.
- Nordstrand Big Split neck pickup and Nordstrand NP4a middle pickup.
- Black Badass-style high-mass bridge and lightweight clover tuners.
- Gator gig bag included.
Player Point of View
This bass is built for the player who wants short-scale comfort, P-style authority, and boutique visual presence. The pickup configuration covers thick low end, focused definition, and aggressive midrange while keeping the controls straightforward enough for a working bassist.
Built for the Color
The Damascus finish is the centerpiece here. It gives the Swamp Ash body a smoky, textured look that pairs with black hardware and the simulated anodized silver pickguard for a bold but professional stage presence.
Key Specs
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Model: P-Style, Thumper Configuration
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Finish: Damascus
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Body: Swamp Ash
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Neck: Roasted Flame Maple with Carbon Fiber reinforcement
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Fingerboard: Slab Ebony, 12 inch radius
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Scale Length: 30 inch Shortscale
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Nut Width: 1.5 inch
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Frets: Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
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Bridge: Black Badass-style High-Mass
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Tuners: Lightweight Clover, Black
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Pickups: Nordstrand Big Split, Neck; Nordstrand NP4a, Middle Reverse Position
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Electronics: Vol Kill Switch / Vol Series Routing / Tone
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Hardware: Black
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Pickguard: Simulated Anodized Silver
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Case: Gator Gig Bag Included
Bottom Line
A short-scale P-Style Thumper with Nordstrand pickups, Damascus finish, and player-focused controls designed for strong tone and visual impact.
