Replacement MFD split coil for a LB-100?

beedubyuh · #1 11-09-2007, 04:14 PM

I recently acquired a near mint LB-100. The previous owner swapped out the original pickup with one from Seymour Duncan (the quarter pounders I believe others have referred to here at TB) They're fine. I like 'em. But I wanted to get an authentic G&L pickup. I have sent queries to the G&L website, but not heard back for weeks. Does anyone know how I can get one? cost estimates?

skiscem · #2 11-09-2007, 04:35 PM

i know g&l sell pickups sometimes on their store, but if you have no luck with them, keep an eye on ebay, good luck

Infernal Affair · #3 11-09-2007, 08:08 PM

I thought that the LB-100s don't use MFDs. Coulda sworn that they had a pickup that was more similar to a P-bass pickup.

Templar · #4 11-09-2007, 08:28 PM

LB 100's did'nt come with MFD's, they used off-the-shelf Schaller or DiMarzio's I think.

For the "authentic" G&L sound, you're on the right track with the MFD.

I got one from Buffalo Bros a couple years ago.

Ping "Sunbeast" (Karl), he might still have the one I traded him.

beedubyuh · #5 11-09-2007, 09:26 PM

I understand that the LB-100s came with a "traditional" P-style pickup. Since it was replaced by the last owner, though, I want to get an MFD. Another way to think of it is converting an LB-100 to an SB-1. See?

beedubyuh · #6 11-09-2007, 09:28 PM

Thanks, Templar. I'll try that. I have to admit, I thought this would be pretty easy through G&L. Kinda disappointed in them.

**craigb** · #7 11-09-2007, 11:10 PM

You should be able to go through any G&L dealer and order a pickup. Take your pick - Guitarmannyc.com, buffalobrosguitars.com or your local G&L dealer.

beedubyuh · #8 11-10-2007, 01:57 PM

Thanks, craigb! I've sent e-mails to both. Hope this works.

beedubyuh · #9 11-13-2007, 07:09 PM

Well I've heard back from both Guitar Man and Buffalo Bros.

Guitar Man responded within hours of my initial e-mail and we discussed what it would take to get the MFD pickup.

This evening, Buffalo Bros. responded saying they called G&L and have located an original (not G&L MFD) pickup for the LB-100. Apparently G&L still has a few laying around in a warehouse somewhere. We haven't discussed it, but I'm confident that they could acquire an MFD, too.

I am pleased with both companies, I'll figure out later which one to use. But for now, the question is this:

Do I go with the original pickup or the new MFD? I'm leaning towards the MFD, since I love the one in my SB-1, I know I'll be happy. I've never heard the original pickup.

Anyone have any opinions?

**craigb** · #10 11-13-2007, 07:17 PM

I'm partial to MFDs over pretty much everything else. But if you want the more "traditional P sound" then go with the original LB100 pickup.

earlgray · #11 11-14-2007, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by craigb

I'm partial to MFDs over pretty much everything else. But if you want the more "traditional P sound" then go with the original LB100 pickup.

agreed. the mfd is not a traditional sound, but to my ears, it brings nice texture to the tone.

beedubyuh · #12 11-14-2007, 02:35 PM

I've decided to go with the MFD. I placed the order with Matt @ Guitar Man. It will take a week or two for delivery.

rok51 · #13 11-28-2007, 07:48 AM

If I might ask, about what was the pricing on the MFD split coil?

Thanks.

beedubyuh · #14 11-29-2007, 07:47 PM

rok51, I've PM'd you the info.

Infernal Affair · #15 11-29-2007, 09:24 PM

You get it yet?? What's the sound on that baby?

beedubyuh · #16 11-30-2007, 11:30 AM

Have not gotten it yet.

Matt at guitarmannyc.com said it would take a few weeks. It's been 3 weeks so far. I'll keep checking with him for status. Hopefully it'll come next week.

I'll let y'all know as soon as I get it and have it installed.

4Mal · #17 12-01-2007, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by beedubyuh

Thanks, Templar. I'll try that. I have to admit, I thought this would be pretty easy through G&L. Kinda disappointed in them.

G&L really isn't setup to deal with end users. They expect their dealers to do that as pect of their overall strategy. I think you'll find that the dealers appreciate it and that it actually works pretty well.

My .02 and worth every cent.

Willem · #18 12-05-2007, 03:20 PM

could you sent me the pricing info too?

rok51 · #19 12-05-2007, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by beedubyuh

rok51, I've PM'd you the info.

I got it-thank you very much!

Kim

beedubyuh · #20 12-07-2007, 08:49 PM

Well, I talked to Matt @ guitarmannyc.com today. My pickup has arrived! He's sending it to me in Chicago via DHL. I should have it soon, then I can get it installed by a local shop.