G&L L2000 Setup Help Needed

[lsimy]

Hi,

I'm having a hell of a time getting my L2000 setup correctly. I have setup numerous basses in the past but this one's a real tough nut. I think the neck is in fine shape as there do not seem to be any nasty spots or twists.

I have the bridge setup the best I can with curvature and intonated correctly. It seems when I adjust the truss to decrease relief and create less bow, it buzzes like crazy at the 2nd and 3rd positions and also before the 12th.

Any ideas or suggestions on a proper setup technique for these basses? I have never had this much trouble except for a Fender Am.Deluxe that had a binding trussrod.

I also tried the procedure from G&L's site and the Enthusiasts site but they don't seem to be helping.

Thanks so much in advance!!

 

[Chasarms]

As much as I liked my L2500, I had the same issues. I could never get the neck relief flat enough to allow for really low action as I had the same problem, buzzing in the 1-5 frets area. This is a clear sign of too little neck relief.

I always assumed the nut was cut a little low. I sold the bass before I ever really figured it out.

 

[lsimy]

Yup Chasarms, you nailed that one on the head. This is the same freakin issue I had with a black 3-bolt L2000. This too is a 3-bolt. They maybe from the same year and could be a bad run.

I'm lost. The bass is too nice sounding to just ignore and throw in a case or leave on the stand.