McGrath Guitars Thunderhorse

4, 5-string · Bolt-on

From
$2,600
Strings
4, 5
Scale
34"
Construction
Bolt-on

About the Thunderhorse

McGrath's flagship. Three EMG HZ passive pickups (Thunderbird, Reverse-P and Jazz) run through an 18V EMG BQ30 3-band preamp and McGrath's own 12-way rotary switch - six audio-grade relays giving 12 distinct pickup configurations. Offered P-Style or J-Style, in 4- or 5-string and standard/medium/short scale. Handcrafted in San Diego, California by McGrath Guitars, with bodies and headstocks hand-painted by Madelyn McGrath; roasted flame maple necks, mahogany bodies, Badass high-mass bridge and Badass Lightweight tuners, ships in a Gator hardcase. Signature line debuted at NAMM 2026. Price range about $1,740-$3,700 depending on options.

Full specifications

ConstructionBolt-on
Strings4, 5
BodySolid mahogany
NeckRoasted flame maple (carbon-fiber reinforced)
FingerboardRoasted flame maple (12" radius)
Neck Pickup3x EMG HZ passive - signature Thunderbird / Reverse-P / Jazz triple layout
Bridge Pickup3x EMG HZ passive - signature Thunderbird / Reverse-P / Jazz triple layout
ControlsEMG BQ30 3-band preamp (18V); Volume (push/pull active/passive), Bass, Mid, Treble; McGrath 12-way rotary pickup selector
BridgeBadass high-mass
Made InUSA

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