G&L Club Part 7

[Jackcrow]

So I just picked up a used Korean made L-2000 tribute. Really like it so far, but there's an issue with the bridge pickup. In parallel mode, the volume output seems normal. In series, there is a huge reduction in volume and is very thin sounding. I'm guessing there's an issue with one of the coils in the pickup or the wiring making the parallel mode actually single coil and series sound terrible. Does that sound like I'm on the right track or does anyone have another idea?

 

[Boitameuh]

I own a Indonesian Tribute L-2000, and if I set the neck pickup very low the same phenomenon happens, it simply cuts one of the 2 coils, I think due to some soldering issue.

 

[jmlee]

So I just picked up a used Korean made L-2000 tribute. Really like it so far, but there's an issue with the bridge pickup. In parallel mode, the volume output seems normal. In series, there is a huge reduction in volume and is very thin sounding. I'm guessing there's an issue with one of the coils in the pickup or the wiring making the parallel mode actually single coil and series sound terrible. Does that sound like I'm on the right track or does anyone have another idea?

Get a small screwdriver and tap the pole pieces in each switch position to see what's active.

 

[jglunt]

Looks like the G&L Tribute JB4 in turquoise mist is on sale for $299 again at MF, not just for the day.

I just bought one. I'm hoping a get a good 20 fret one this time. I was one of the very first to buy one of these in early 2019. The one I got was 21 fret (which you could not intonate) and had other issues. So it went back. Hopefully this one is a keeper.

I had the same experience--a 21 fret neck that absolutely would not intonate. I sent it back, but I talked to G&L about it. They said they had sent longer bolts to the distributor so they could replace them and it would intonate. A cheap-ass excuse, but who could blame them? I've been tempted to try for one again. The price is right and they sure are pretty...Jim

 

[SR499]

dont like the headstocks im trying have heard they grate basses

 

[tubatodd]

My LB100 just got done being refinished by Marty Bell. I can't wait to receive it.

 

[Murch]

My LB100 just got done being refinished by Marty Bell. I can't wait to receive it.

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WOW!!! That looks amazing!!

 

[Boitameuh]

It's by far my favorite metal flake color. Stunning!

 

[jfh2424]

Oh my...

You are going to have the first purple metal flaked Trib!

 

[mikeyvr6]

My LB100 just got done being refinished by Marty Bell. I can't wait to receive it.

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OMG that is just spectacular! Marty does great work.

 

[tubatodd]

Marty said it is called "Grape Jelly." That's exactly the kind of purple I was looking for.....grape. I can't wait to get it.

 

[Jfp]

Marty said it is called "Grape Jelly." That's exactly the kind of purple I was looking for.....grape. I can't wait to get it.

Just lovely!

Perhaps Royal Grape Jelly?

 

[tubatodd]

Just lovely! Perhaps Royal Grape Jelly.

I had originally requested Royal Purple, then sent him a picture from his gallery. He said the sample was Grape Jelly. But yeah......a fantastic rich purple.

 

[Holdsg]

I admire that purple sparkle. Lustrous. I wouldn't rock it, but I know several who would.

 

[mikeyvr6]

I recently celebrated a NBD with this 1983 L-1000. It's a beast. I should have added one of these a long time ago.

 

[dedpool1052]

Wunkays are legit.
Here's my two.

On the left, an '81 ebony/hog.
On the right, '14 alder/rosewood.

 

[redstrand]

I recently celebrated a NBD with this 1983 L-1000. It's a beast. I should have added one of these a long time ago.

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oh my stars and garters

 

[tubatodd]

I admire that purple sparkle. Lustrous. I wouldn't rock it, but I know several who would.

Wait until I'm done tricking it out. You may change your mind.

 

[jglunt]

My LB100 just got done being refinished by Marty Bell. I can't wait to receive it.

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Beautiful!!

 

[/\/\3phist0]

My LB100 just got done being refinished by Marty Bell. I can't wait to receive it.

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Man, Marty always does such beautiful finishes