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    G&L

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    Cato - SB-2's are nice basses for sure, and pack a lot of punch and bite. So far as tribbies go in general the necks are a littl thicker on the L series, so just check on the SB's what they are like, but they are definitely quality instruments.

    Considering you use a Jazz bass already I'm interested in tonally what you are looking at (no disrespect meant in the question). The G&L Jazz basses are different to other Jazz's with G&L's pick ups being just awesome. There is the JB and the MJ which is wired and wound differently and is noise cancelling compared to the JB.

    If its more of a passive P sound, but modern and aggressive then the SB-1 may be a good compliment on its own without the J element. If its traditional P, then LB-100 is your go to.

    Whatever you decide, G&L is the way forward

    jazz debate

    in Bass Guitars

    Posted

    Can't believe no one has put G&L in the mix, awesome basses, well within the price range for a custom build choosing colours, neck etc. And really good second hand prices.

    JB series and the MJ series for a different flavour but still a Jazz

    G&L L1500 Honeyburst - Immaculate

    in Basses For Sale

    Posted · Edited by Cuzzie

    Guys,

    A beautiful mint condition USA made G&L L1500 in premier Honeyburst finish.

    This is the great Leo Fender's evolution of the Stingray and is not for the faint hearted. It packs real punch and growl and cuts through the mix.

    This bass is immaculate and has lived in its Tolex Hard Case

    Swap Ash Body
    #12 maple neck with Rosewood fret board and 6 Bolt fixation
    Weight approx 8-8.5 pounds with beautiful balance.

    If shipping is required then the packaging and postage will be extra at the buyers expense.

    Let's start the dialogue!

    G&L

    in Bass Guitars

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    Yep, tinkering with L2000 circuits is so much fun.

    I thought I have my ASAT figured and then i got a semi hollow version and it's opened up even more avenues.

    Between the solid and the semi ASAT, I am very happy and can get most sounds from a P type sound through to very modern deep bass and brighter sonic territories.

    A G&L is for life, not just for Xmas

    G&L

    in Bass Guitars

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    I'm a big G&L fan, but you are correct they are difficult to source here in the UK. I took a punt on an ASAT solid body and got it shipped from the states after seeing it on Talkbass and doing a bit of research. All in including shipping and tax etc. It worked out either cheaper or the same as the prices here, but of course they did not have one like that over here.
    Best thing i ever did, i have gone on to own an L1500, which is their take of a stingray and now and ASAT Semi-Hollow.
    Like Gaz says they are some of the best made and sounding instruments you will find for the price anywhere in the world, yes he moved his on as he preferred a Fender sound which is cool, but its not a love or hate type of bass, you will either love it or really love it and not want to let it go.

    Quick look on the internet there are a couple on gumtree and ebay, and to get the neck specs then its on the G&L website.

    If its a defo P Bass you want LB100 is the classic sounding one, SB-2 PJ but you still get a Ptype sound, but with versatility, SB-1 is a P bass on major steroids.

    If you are going to take the plunge bear in mind they are 'hotter' pick ups than most other basses and the controls both volume and tone were designed to sit around 75% at max.
    The only negative side is that if you do make a purchase from wherever and you want to move the bass on, you my have to be patient because of the reason you stated that its not big in the UK, despite being fairly big across the pond and fantastic instruments.

    Good luck and let us know how you are getting on

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