This Carl Thompson bass was customized to the original owner's specifications in 1991. It features a mahogany body with prominent striping and tight grain, The back and sides of the instrument boast three distinct Ebony stripes, showcasing the use of premium materials.

For the fingerboard, Carl Thompson opted for an exceptionally dark and tight grained ebony. The headstock features a Rosewood veneer on both sides, characterized by rich and dark figure patterns. One of the non-original features of this bass is the addition of a pine thumb rest above the P Bass pickup, a modification made at some point in its history to enhance the player's comfort and performance experience. The EMG pickups installed have a high output while retaining low end. Each pickup cover is made of both Mahogany and Ebony.

This 1991 Custom Carl Thompson is in very good condition. The top shows a few small dents above the Jazz and P Bass pickups. The back has a few dents near the control cavity. A pine thumb rest has been installed above the p bass pickup. The original truss rod cover is not included.