Schnozzalee Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 (edited) Hi BCers, Got this in a trade from MB1 a the start of the year, wouldn't mind keeping it: A particularly nice G&L L2000 Tribute - looks like an older version (No made in Indonesia sign!). Its natural swamp ash with a hard rock maple neck and fretboard with that all important 21st fret. Its surprisingly light 8lbs-ish! The electronics are the same as the USA model with the big active/passive which I love, favourite electronics to date. Swirling in the pop zone and a mark above the heel. Comes with hardshell case and new strings. Punches well above its weight, very versatile. Nothing else to say. Full review: [url="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT4AP58jC5o"]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT4AP58jC5o[/url] £350 collected from Cardiff or £365 Posted, price is firm - I'd rather keep it for any less! No trades. Bank Transfer/Cheque only. No Paypal. P.S Apologies to MB1 for using his photos :blush: [attachment=51024:G_L_L2000_1.jpg] [attachment=51026:G_L_L2000_4.jpg] [attachment=51025:G_L_L2000.jpg] Edited September 14, 2010 by Schnozzalee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 MB1. ...This be the one you should keep Oli ...Lovely Bass!...wouldnt mind having it back!...alas" Stingray Says...NO!"... (wallet is in also in agreement!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted May 31, 2010 Author Share Posted May 31, 2010 [quote name='MB1' post='852680' date='May 31 2010, 03:03 PM']MB1. ...This be the one you should keep Oli ...Lovely Bass!...wouldnt mind having it back!...alas" Stingray Says...NO!"... (wallet is in also in agreement!) [/quote] Haha it is tempting, I may well do. The electronics are phenomenal, but its either this or the USA Cirrus. G&L's are better in the mix I feel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
machinehead Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 PM sent but I need a quick response because I have to travel for work tomorrow. Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budget bassist Posted May 31, 2010 Share Posted May 31, 2010 Ahh the good old basschat bike! I used to own this bass, and very nice it was too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted June 1, 2010 Share Posted June 1, 2010 [quote name='budget bassist' post='852849' date='May 31 2010, 07:13 PM']Ahh the good old basschat bike! I used to own this bass, and very nice it was too![/quote] MB1. ...This is not the previously owned by Greenking/Out to play jazz model!....This was bought from a guy in Nuneaton...Bike Indeed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crikey! Posted June 3, 2010 Share Posted June 3, 2010 I used to have one exactly like this... so it could be this one/ the other one mentioned. I miss it, but i cant deny how much better my Musicman SUB is. If i ever win the lottery im gona hunt that bass down. Bump for making me miss my bass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted June 4, 2010 Author Share Posted June 4, 2010 (edited) Its gonna be another week until I can consider posting this one guys. I'm glad its not a bike lol! I'm still thinking about keeping it, the woodgrains purdy. I can imagine a sub being less warm with more punch, this is more of a high output Phat P/J bass but does R'N'B nicely . Also does a passive style P/J (the bass is not active) Edited September 14, 2010 by Schnozzalee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted June 14, 2010 Author Share Posted June 14, 2010 Withdrawn! Amazed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 (edited) MB1. ...Have I just come IN through the OUT door? ...This Thing!.. Eats SUBS for Breakfast! Edited June 14, 2010 by MB1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 Back up as I'm most likely switching to guitar for now. Can post now as I found a box from a music store. It will be sadly missed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 The video confused me about the preamp. Is it a 2eq? Also what is the neck like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 Ok, the neck is definately not a jazz because I don't get cramped on chordal stuff and its not precision because the string spacing isn't too wide for me and the edges are rolled. I'd say it was most similar to a stingray. I have small hands but its one of the few necks I've found comfy. Regarding electronics I've just opened it to find a battery and I always thought it was just a two way circuit change but on passive electronics. I'm going to have to look into that for you and report back! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 SOLD!! But still determined to answer Cocco's question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 When I played the bass it seemed like it was master volume/pickup volume/pickup volume; active/passive switch; and pickup selection...so probably 2eq on the 9 volt battery. I dunno, I found this: Those things that look like a couple of Music Man humbuckers are actually an all new Leo Fender design, and they sport the patent numbers to prove it. Each pickup has eight adjustable pole pieces, making it easy to get an even sound across all four strings. The forward toggle switch (i.e., the one closest to the neck) is a 3-way pickup selector that lets you run either pickup or both; the toggle in the middle lets you choose between series or parallel operation. These two switches provide a wide range of tones, from gut-rattling deep bass to razor-sharp highs. The rear toggle switch lets you choose passive, active or active with a treble boost. There are rotary bass-cut controls, too, so the range of tone-shaping possibilities is fairly mind-boggling. Leo clearly didn't want to leave anybody's preference out. The control cavity is accessed from the rear by removing six screws and lifting off a metal cover. The active preamp, which resides on a small circuit board, was recently updated for lower noise and better performance. It's powered by a 9-volt battery that's tucked neatly into a separate compartment alongside the main cavity. The wiring for the series/parallel switch, located in the center of the cavity, is accessible, if you're inclined to tinker, you could rewire it and/or attach capacitors to further vary the L-2000's sound. (Once again: If you don't know what you're doing, don't mess with it.) A copper shielding plate covers only the bottom of the control cavity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 Cheers buddy! I've been after a ray on the cheap for a while. I think I might source one of these instead now. Gutted I missed this. Thats some damn fine wood grain. Ahh well. sh*t happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 I'd definately recommend them, when I come back to bass again I'll be going G&L but with Flatwounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 [quote name='cocco' post='956383' date='Sep 14 2010, 07:01 PM']Cheers buddy! I've been after a ray on the cheap for a while. I think I might source one of these instead now. Gutted I missed this. Thats some damn fine wood grain. Ahh well. sh*t happens.[/quote] MB1. ...She Used to be Mine!...Till i saw her with another Man!... (Can't beat a bit of Spin Doctors!) ...Nice to see this has found a new home Oli! ...Monster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharkfinger Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 Bloody hell, how did I miss this?? I've been on the lookout for (a light) one of these for a while now.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 You have good taste MB1. Did you shift your king bass yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 [quote name='cocco' post='956591' date='Sep 14 2010, 09:42 PM']You have good taste MB1. Did you shift your king bass yet?[/quote] MB1. ..".Yes!.....Back to its case!...My Medication has been adjusted accordingly!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 Good lad! If you need to convince a wife/partner/mother/what ever that it's gone get it on a bus to south Wales and I'll keep her warm for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 [quote name='cocco' post='956700' date='Sep 14 2010, 10:52 PM']Good lad! If you need to convince a wife/partner/mother/what ever that it's gone get it on a bus to south Wales and I'll keep her warm for you [/quote] Oh! Didn't realise you were IN Cardiff! lol damn I'm slow. Kingbasses look amazing, especially the one Molan had with that burl top mmmm... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 Well pontyclun I live but yeah near enough I reckon it's settled then. Mb1 sends the king bass down and we share it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnozzalee Posted September 14, 2010 Author Share Posted September 14, 2010 Hahaha, definately be interested to try the graphite neck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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