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Looks like it's from the '88-'91 era, not '84, based on the logo/signature on the headstock. IMO, that era had a great profile, but yeah, it was a little thinner front-to-back.
Elusive El Toro spotted on GC used/vintage:
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I posted this (below) in the Mesa Subway Club thread but decided there was enough good G&L content to post here. Vintage L2000 E series and El Toro provided all of the low notes this past Saturday evening. 
This past weekend's gig. Don't mind the mess; we were still getting set up. I wasn't sure if I should post this in the G&L Club, Barefaced Club, Mesa Boogie Subway Series Club, or Singer's Left Foot Club.
The rig sounded fantastic! I had a great tone dialed in within moments of setting everything up. And what an easy load-in with the BFST cab. I'd say my amp/cab buying days are over. Except... A D800+ might be nice...
This past weekend's gig. Don't mind the mess; we were still getting set up. I wasn't sure if I should post this in the G&L Club, Barefaced Club, Mesa Boogie Subway Series Club, or Singer's Left Foot Club.
The rig sounded fantastic! I had a great tone dialed in within moments of setting everything up. And what an easy load-in with the BFST cab. I'd say my amp/cab buying days are over. Except... A D800+ might be nice...
I was eyeballing that one. How's the neck? Straight? Is it heavy? Thanks!!
as far as I could tell it had some discoloration by the knobs and a slight scuff on the bottom, everything else seemed brand new and the set up was buzz free to the 15th fret, I didn't try any higher frets or go through all the tonal options, the weight was lighter than my 83 L2k, manageable for sure
I posted this (below) in the Mesa Subway Club thread but decided there was enough good G&L content to post here. Vintage L2000 E series and El Toro provided all of the low notes this past Saturday evening.
This past weekend's gig. Don't mind the mess; we were still getting set up. I wasn't sure if I should post this in the G&L Club, Barefaced Club, Mesa Boogie Subway Series Club, or Singer's Left Foot Club.
The rig sounded fantastic! I had a great tone dialed in within moments of setting everything up. And what an easy load-in with the BFST cab. I'd say my amp/cab buying days are over. Except... A D800+ might be nice...
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That's an awesome left foot !
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Now THAT could get me over my aversion to knobs and switches. Sweet!!!
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Interesting G&L is still using the Switchcraft stereo panel jack.
Have replaced a couple of them.
Jaime
Have replaced a couple of them.
Jaime
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Upgrade my Flats?
Have the DR FL45 flats, 45-105, on my SB1.
Considering upgrading to Link Removed, AKA Original Vintage 1954s, 52-110.
Anyone use the LaBella Flats on their G&L? Please post your opinion.
TNX, Jaime
Have the DR FL45 flats, 45-105, on my SB1.
Considering upgrading to Link Removed, AKA Original Vintage 1954s, 52-110.
Anyone use the LaBella Flats on their G&L? Please post your opinion.
TNX, Jaime
Sorry I can't answer you question but HOLLY MOLLY this is on nice bass!
What is that colour? Special order, I guess?
The SB-1 is the factory Standard Finish "Sparkle Purple". Has the #5 neck: 1.75" W, 7.5" R
The 1996 G&L Price Sheet also had these as Standard Finishes, "Sparkle Red", and the "Swirl", AKA Bowling Ball.
Purchased on TB the Fall of 2008.
Haven't pulled the neck to check the build date.
TNX, jaime
The 1996 G&L Price Sheet also had these as Standard Finishes, "Sparkle Red", and the "Swirl", AKA Bowling Ball.
Purchased on TB the Fall of 2008.
Haven't pulled the neck to check the build date.
TNX, jaime
I love that neck. It's like riding in a Cadillac. Comfy and roomy.
Wow, love the Purple color for an SB-1!!!! I have had the Sadowsky Black Label Flats on my SB-1 for a couple of years now. Still love the tone of these strings on this and my JB!
