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Guild Thunderbass amplifier

Object Details

Description
Guild Thunderbass amplifier used by Christopher Dowd, keyboardist, vocalist and trombone player, in the alternative rock band, Fishbone. The amplifier has a serial number of: [4773].
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Created by
Guild Guitar Company, American, 1952 - 1995
Used by
Christopher Dowd, American
Subject of
Fishbone, American, founded 1979
Date
before 1978
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, From the Heart of the Family Hood, a Gift to the Ever Expanding Present
Medium
plastic , metal , wood , cloth , plant fiber
Dimensions
H x W x D: 12 x 21 1/2 x 12 1/4 in. (30.5 x 54.6 x 31.1 cm)
Type
amplifiers

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  • Rock and Roll Music
  • African American Music:African American Music
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