Yeah, was just on that page, thanks, seems like there's no way to specify color or type there, but thanks!
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Yeah, was just on that page, thanks, seems like there's no way to specify color or type there, but thanks!
"Important! Before ordering, please read the following information.
After ordering, you must reply to order confirmation email and supply the following information:
1) Serial number of G&L Made-in-Fullerton instrument
2) Pickguard material chosen"
The dual action truss rod seems like a solution in search of a problem. If someone strips the nut you're screwed.
I had an L-2000 years ago which most likely had OMG mode. (It was a late 80's model)
That was almost 20 years ago, but I remember it having an absolutely massive sound.
That was almost 20 years ago, but I remember it having an absolutely massive sound.
The marketing nomenclature is Single Coil with Bass Boost. It is colloquially known as OMG mode on internet forums. And it's a lot easier to type.
Drastically different? I had a L-1500 for a while where I modded from series to OMG at one point. I didn't think it was hugely different on that model. It swings the emphasis to the low mids more. But the mids were overly present to begin with. I think the L-1500 benefited more from using the .1uF cap on the tone pot, but that was just my opinion.
I noticed a bigger difference when comparing a L-2000 with to one without. On the L-2000, the bass roll-off is the secret to making it work well, IMO, and I much prefer it to the normal series that the current ones have. On my L-1500, I never really wanted to roll the bass back, and I know the Kilo doesn't have that option anyway.
If you're handy with a soldering iron, I'd say try it. It's a $0.50 part and 15 minutes. Maybe also consider adding the .001uF loading cap that the L-1000/L-2000 has. Should make it a little bassist.
Typically, the OMG cap is contained on the series/parallel switch; the .001uF loading cap is contained on the bass roll-off pot (and I haven't sussed out where to put it on a Kiloton circuit); and the cap that is on the volume pot would be a "treble bleed" capacitor (retain treble as volume is rolled back).
My SB-1 was delivered yesterday. 3-Tone Sunburst with a brown tort pickguard and Caribbean Rosewood fretboard. Beautiful bass and the tone and feel are awesome! And it's light; 8.5 pounds! Out of the box the action was set up perfectly for me. I've never bought a bass that didn't need a good setup. I was able to play it last night at band rehearsal (we play covers of classic rock and alternative rock) and it passed the test with flying colors! Plus I played it for a few hours or so today.
This is my first G&L bass, and I guess I've never considered one in the past because I've mainly been a Fender "snob", though I've also had a few Spector, Jackson, Yamaha, Ibanez, and Peavey basses along the way, but mainly Fender Mexican J and P Basses. I'm a little concerned, though, because of a few posts on here about truss rod issues. Hopefully mine won't have any. Other than that I'm really happy with the bass so far.
This is my first G&L bass, and I guess I've never considered one in the past because I've mainly been a Fender "snob", though I've also had a few Spector, Jackson, Yamaha, Ibanez, and Peavey basses along the way, but mainly Fender Mexican J and P Basses. I'm a little concerned, though, because of a few posts on here about truss rod issues. Hopefully mine won't have any. Other than that I'm really happy with the bass so far.
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Here's my new Tribute JB... got it weeks ago. Just now got it posted.
Here's my Tribute JB with my Tribute LB-100....
I was thinking the listings of "clearance" instruments on their store was stale- apparently not. After I ordered my lb-100, another was posted. Someone bought the pretty blue JB and they have listed and sold a few more (including a 2500 that I am sad I missed.)
Nice! I'm sort of the opinion that all bassists should at least have a P and J bass of some sort. The Tributes are great values. Same pickups as the American ones. Enjoy!
Love the binding and blocks on those JB's! That's a nice touch.
Thanks. I bought the LB-100 Tribute so I would have a P that I could use round wound strings on. I have flatwounds on my Fender Player P. I liked the LB-100 so much, I had to get the JB. Very pleased with both basses. Also needed another single coil'ed bass to go with my Rickenbacker.
