gary mac Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 (edited) [center]1983 USA G & L SB2[/center] [center]With Godin, shaped hard case.[/center] [center]Black and maple.[/center] [center] Vintage G&L SB-2 built in Fullerton California.[/center] [center]Plenty of mojo but not wrecked, just nicely and properly roadworn. Signs of use and age, with crazing etc. There are plenty of photos down below, showing plenty of detail.[/center] [center]Everything functioning as it should and I believe, all stock and original, having said that, I’m not sure if the straplocks are original but they are certainly not new and shiny.[/center] [center]A lovely instrument to gig with and certainly not one that disappears in the mix, thanks to the pick ups which are the hugely powerful MFD units.[/center] [center]Pole pieces on these pups can be adjusted individually.[/center] [center]Nice and comfy on the shoulder, weighing in at just over 9lbs.[/center] [center]Lovely silky smooth neck and the jumbo frets are still in great shape.[/center] [center]The bridge on these basses is a very pleasingly substantial piece of kit and a breeze to set up and adjust.[/center] [center]Neck has the micro tilt adjustment, (no need for shims).[/center] [center]These are quite rare instruments, as they were never produced in huge numbers and they were only produced for a short time between the end of 1982 until 1984.They have since gained something of a reputation as players' basses and are sought-after by players and collectors alike. An unusual feature with this bass is the G&L patented 'Bi-Cut' truss-rod insertion method. Info can be found at this link:[/center] [center] [url="http://www.glguitars.com/features/neck.asp"]http://www.glguitars...atures/neck.asp[/url] [/center] [center]I’ve played a few gigs with this bass now and it has been a real pleasure. It is a lovely instrument to gig with and also a potentially sound investment. These old G&Ls seem of late, to be getting the recognition that they deserve. [/center] [center]Not sure I really want to sell, so if one of my others sells first then this one will be withdrawn.[/center] [center]I’m asking £650 collected from me (Hertfordshire).[/center] [center]No trades thanks.[/center] [center]I'm happy for BC'ers to visit in order to check it out. Also happy to answer any questions or supply further photos.[/center] [center]If you want it couriered (mainland only) the charge will be £15.00 for overnight delivery. (Well packaged but uninsured).[/center] [center]For an insured delivery I’m guessing at around £30.00.[/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qY7pMV"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qY2H9W"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/q27bfd"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qVPdwL"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qVPcrj"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qVP9Yo"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/q2jxfK"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qXXk2M"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qY2vUS"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qFxGfb"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qFDJMn"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qY7bUF"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qVP1QQ"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qY2s3o"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qFDEGP"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/qFxAc9"][/url][/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/q2jnya"][/url][/center] Edited February 18, 2015 by gary mac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bassman Sam Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I love the mojo this bass has and not a belt sander in sight. GLWTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shockwave Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 This looks fantastic. If only! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted January 29, 2015 Author Share Posted January 29, 2015 Thank you chaps. [quote name='WhiteNGold' timestamp='1422490393' post='2673469'] Any trades? [/quote] Sorry I should have stated in my ad, no trades. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted January 30, 2015 Author Share Posted January 30, 2015 A Friday night bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 1, 2015 Author Share Posted February 1, 2015 Bumping again for this seriously cool, vintage Leo Fender instrument Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted February 1, 2015 Share Posted February 1, 2015 [quote name='Bassman Sam' timestamp='1422488543' post='2673450'] I love the mojo this bass has and not a belt sander in sight. GLWTS. [/quote] +1 Very cool looking bass....it just looks like it'll sound great, which I'm sure it does... And a good price too for a 32 year old vintage Leo Fender bass! GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 3, 2015 Author Share Posted February 3, 2015 [quote name='silverfoxnik' timestamp='1422787684' post='2676677'] +1 Very cool looking bass....it just looks like it'll sound great, which I'm sure it does... And a good price too for a 32 year old vintage Leo Fender bass! GLWTS [/quote] Thanks Silverfoxnik. These old G&L's sound immense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shockwave Posted February 3, 2015 Share Posted February 3, 2015 (edited) Doug Keyser of Watchtower used one of these for recording one of the most technical examples of metal bass playing ever. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4h5L2Ooy5w Great idea of the type of cutting but fat tone you can get when mixed right. I am really tempted myself if only I was not hankering for a Stingray! Edited February 5, 2015 by Shockwave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 5, 2015 Author Share Posted February 5, 2015 [quote name='Shockwave' timestamp='1422953704' post='2678677'] Doug Keyser of Watchtower used one of these for recording one of the most examples of metal bass playing ever. [url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y4h5L2Ooy5w"]https://www.youtube....h?v=y4h5L2Ooy5w[/url] Great idea of the type of cutting but fat tone you can get when mixed right. I am really tempted myself if only I was not hankering for a Stingray! [/quote] I'm off for a listen to Mr Keyser, thanks for that. Meanwhile, you are very welcome to come round for a no obligation test drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 6, 2015 Author Share Posted February 6, 2015 Friday night bump for this very desirable vintage Leo Fender bass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeBass Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 You're in Herts, so am I, drop me a PM and I would like to come and have a look at this I think... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted February 6, 2015 Share Posted February 6, 2015 (edited) Forgive my ignorance, but can you confirm whether the two knobs are for volume and tone? I only ask because I seem to recall more recent SB2s had just 2 volume controls. Edited February 6, 2015 by JapanAxe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 [quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1423265493' post='2683074'] Forgive my ignorance, but can you confirm whether the two knobs are for volume and tone? I only ask because I seem to recall more recent SB2s had just 2 volume controls. [/quote] Yes on SB2's from that era you are quite right, volume and tone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 7, 2015 Author Share Posted February 7, 2015 [quote name='SpikeBass' timestamp='1423263114' post='2683054'] You're in Herts, so am I, drop me a PM and I would like to come and have a look at this I think... [/quote] pm'd Spike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grangur Posted February 7, 2015 Share Posted February 7, 2015 [quote name='JapanAxe' timestamp='1423265493' post='2683074'] Forgive my ignorance, but can you confirm whether the two knobs are for volume and tone? I only ask because I seem to recall more recent SB2s had just 2 volume controls. [/quote] You're right, my SB2 has 2 volume pots and no tone. But that it also a PJ too. G&L must have gone through some strange changes in their model numbers. GLWTS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 8, 2015 Author Share Posted February 8, 2015 Another bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 10, 2015 Author Share Posted February 10, 2015 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 12, 2015 Author Share Posted February 12, 2015 A bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 13, 2015 Author Share Posted February 13, 2015 A just back from rehearsing bump. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 15, 2015 Author Share Posted February 15, 2015 Another bump up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Is this slab fronted or is there a forearm contour? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gary mac Posted February 15, 2015 Author Share Posted February 15, 2015 [quote name='warwickhunt' timestamp='1424001379' post='2691311'] Is this slab fronted or is there a forearm contour? [/quote] This is the slab fronted model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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