G&L Fallout Bass

[SwansonEricJohn]

Yeah, I'm really enjoying mine. I was (am) a dedicated P-Bass guy, but this is a fun bass. Mine came with strings that were specifically designed for the Fallout, apparently. They were kind of half-flats, but I put flats on and I think that works better for me. Still waiting to jam with my band! It's been over 2 months (for obvious reasons). As mentioned above, it feels really solid. Excellent build quality. And, yes, a bit pricey perhaps but I managed basically a straight up trade with a dealer for another bass so I didn't really pay anything out of pocket.

 

[TheeSeanT]

Yep I had G&L string it with LaBella flats and it sounds amazing, records very well also. Did get to play 1 gig with it before the lockdown, and it performed beautifully.

 

[dnp41]

I've got the green one, I absolutely love it. You can get just about any kinda sound you want. It's becoming my favorite bass, over my Legacy (now called LB100) or even my '72 Jazz. Plus they look dope as fuuuuuuuuh....

How do you feel it sounds with a pick?

 

[TheeSeanT]

It has a really fantastic range of pick sounds IMO. For me, I like the split pickup position (middle switch) and roll back the tone pot to about 30%. But playing around with it, there’s all kinds of sounds in there. I think for recording is probably boost up the tone a bit for more definition, it’s just too clicky live.

 

[Remoman]

Ok, gang, I recommend you watch/visit the Sweetwater Gearfest this weekend. All I can officially say at this point is new fun stuff coming out.

#GearFest 2020

 

[SwansonEricJohn]

 

[GeoKinetic]

Oh boy a tribute version. Anyone know what the string spacing is at the bridge on these?

 

[monsterthompson]

Oh boy a tribute version. Anyone know what the string spacing is at the bridge on these?

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Tribute Series Fallout Shortscale Bass

• PICKUPS: G&L Magnetic Field Design humbucking pickup

• BODY WOOD: Basswood for all models

• NECK WOOD: Hard Rock Maple with Maple or Roasted Jatoba fingerboards

• NECK PROFILE: CLF/G&L 1 5/8" slim C with 9 1/2" radius 30" Scale length

• TUNING KEYS: G&L tuners with aluminum tapered string posts

• BRIDGE: Leo Fender-designed G&L Saddle Lock bridge

• ELECTRONICS: 3-position mini toggle for parallel/split/OMG pickup modes, volume, tone

• No Options Available

For $599 I won't be too picky.
G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass Guitar - Olympic White

 

[TheeSeanT]

Love it, go get one guys!
I love mine, best short scale ever and one of the best basses i've ever played period. I did the Brit green with the racing stripe, expensive but worth it. The tribute series are generally really good as well, as I'm sure you all know.

 

[klejst]

That blue model for some reason is just "connecting" with me...

 

[Vinny_G]

The blue model would be better with pale yellow stripes and pickguard.

 

[flojob]

The blue model would be better with pale yellow stripes and pickguard.

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[fourstringbliss]

What about possibly having another MFD pickup installed in the bridge position - either exactly or close to where a Stingray short scale pickup would be?

I figure I'd go with volume, parallel/single/OMG double switch, pickup selector switch, and tone.

 

[Nebula24]

Man the tribute version. Making me make hard decisions if I like it or sterling stingray shorty. I prefer dark necks but some reason like surf green tribute w light neck over the sterling stingray blue w light neck (or go olympic). Hope a local place has them one day. It even breaks past my love of 2x2 heads. Lol.

 

[strost]

Any update as to when the Tribute Fallout will be available? All I see is "preorder".

Might need a seafoam one.

 

[strost]

Any update as to when the Tribute Fallout will be available? All I see is "preorder".

Might need a seafoam one.

Back here to answer my own question.

Talked to Sweetwater. Late September is the estimated in stock date.

Don’t wanna wait but might pull the trigger soon anyway.

 

[Michael Vee]

I'm thinking about nabbing a black Tribute Fallout from Jason at Fret Nation. Nice looking bass! I'd have him sub out Chromes flats for the stock roundwounds- that's part of the intro deal he's offering.

Would a Invalid Link Removed work in the Fallout as a replacement for the passive tone? Methinks it would, but would appreciate any thoughts. I am thinking the Fallout with a Tonestyler could be a LOT of fun and extremely versatile.

 

[strost]

Come to papa...

These came in to Sweetwater this week and this one is mine. Apparently they pre-sold the entire shipment. Glad I got on board!

 

[TheeSeanT]

I absolutely love mine, incredible feel and range of sounds. I got the launch edition racing green. Curious to hear how the tributes hold up.

 

[strost]

Update: Got it yesterday and it's awesome! I prefer it to the tribute Kiloton I have in tone (might be looking to sell the Kiloton). Parallel is much fuller on the Fallout than on the Kiloton (not surprising given the pickup location). All modes sound great!

It's surprisingly heavy (as all all of my basses except for my Roadworn P) and has a bit of neckdive which is surprising. But the fit and finish are really good (not the quality of US G&Ls but very good).

Sweetwater still has some btw. Call to ask about the price, they can hook you up.

Come to papa...

These came in to Sweetwater this week and this one is mine.

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