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Carl Thompson 'Rainbow Bass'

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Who uses it

Les ClaypoolThe Desaturating Seven and live rig 2017–2019
Carl Thompson 'Rainbow Bass' (back in use): On the goblin-themed record he used the Rainbow quite a bit, which he hadn't done in a while (Vintage Guitar). Vintage Guitar: Les Claypool interview ↗

Affordable clones & alternatives

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Squier Sonic Precision Bass Guitar, Laurel Fingerboard~$270 new approx.
Squier Classic Vibe '60s Precision Bass, with Laurel Fingerboard~$530 new approx.

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