Meet the Poleaxe

[MegaSwing]

I had to have another one. They were never easy to come by, and now, with the demise of G&L, it seems much tougher to find a USA model. The Kiloton 4 just does it for me. It's ugly where it needs to be. I introduce to you 'The Poleaxe'.

 

[bholder]

Remember, "Any tool is a weapon, if you hold it right"!

 

[Neck Diver]

Looks are a matter of taste, but I don't see the "ugly" on your new bass.
Congratulations on it. How's it sound?

 

[MegaSwing]

Looks are a matter of taste, but I don't see the "ugly" on your new bass.
Congratulations on it. How's it sound?

The 'ugly' is in the sound, but that's more of a feature than a bug. I've commented on this before: it's an instrument that doesn't sound particularly great or classic by itself. In a live mix, however, it just won't be ignored. As far its looks, I love the utilitarian flair. It's a real sleeper all the way around. I gig tested it last night. It stomped through the joint.

 

[dune]

I would like it better without the pickguard, but it's a good looking axe either way.

 

[MegaSwing]

Partners in crime:

The Poleaxe meets Plain Jane.

 

[Ricky Rioli]

I would like it better without the pickguard

The previous incarnation, the L-1500....

 

[Bassa Nova]

Partners in crime:
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The Poleaxe meets Plain Jane.

I dig Plain Jane. I am a fan of natural ash finishes. Enjoy!

 

[MegaSwing]

Remember, "Any tool is a weapon, if you hold it right"!

'Damn right.' —Isaac Hayes