cocco Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 I recently snapped this bad boy up on a bit of a whim. I bought a thumb a few months ago and while it sounded great on its own I just couldn't get it to do what I wanted it to in a band situation so I made the decision to sell it. I was about to order a Limelight Jazz build when I spotted this little beauty on the classic and cool website. The thumb rest is an add on but the strings might be original 😂. I'm amazed by it. It's easily the highest output bass I've come across before I've turned the preamp on, with the preamp everything shakes and the sound tightens up, like turning a compressor on. It's got plenty of versatility and a real mid range punch in the face. I'm sure a fresh set of strings will bring even more punch. The controls are really easy to get your head around. I've owned a T-40 for years so I'm used to odd ball electronics. It's pretty heavy too. 4.18kg, only 100g lighter than my T-40. Here are some pics to drool over. I like the black appointments. Does anyone know if black or chrome was an option or if it was a change in production at some point? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Asa recent G&L convert I can confirm how good these are. Love my M2000 and the SB2 both tucked away while I concentrate on getting my head around playing 5ers. Enjoy the new toy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloke_zero Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Congratulations! That looks great - lovely grain! The only thing ever wanted was to add a single coil option as the MFDs are so strong! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 That looks great. I really like the black crackle finish to, and have the same on my SB1. A very flexible bass - you could also look at the K-mod which allows single coil modes. I'm eyeing up an '83 L1000 at the moment but really shouldn't! I saw this one on Classic & Cool and was really tempted myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jassbass Posted January 18, 2021 Share Posted January 18, 2021 Got to love G&l Lovely bass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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