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Talk to me about the G&L L2000

#61
Gilmourisgod said:
That's a good demo, though he never really gets in the "Ric-Like" treble clank on tap with Rounds in Treble boost mode with a pick. I don't get the "too trebly" comments at all. You can dial in some clank if you want it, but it's not harsh at all to my ears. You can hear that thick juicy bottom though, and it covers most of the common P and J tones. It was one of only two basses I owned for almost 30 years, and I never found a bad tone in it. The wiring layout "under the hood" is a little daunting, but I never had a lick of trouble with it, so if it ain't broke..... the battery disconnects when you unplug the cord, so It's not a battery hog. Mine is shielded with a big brass plate in the bottom of the cavity, and it's really quiet. The bridge is what I'd consider the first truly modern "high mass" locking saddle design, with a big "foot" routed into the body. The saddles are easy to intonate, and then lock into place with a hex key set screw, so it doesn't ever buzz at the bridge. Leo intended this bass to incorporate everything he learned from the P and J designs, and he succeeded.
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Maybe it was my rig, but the L2500 that I had was very quickly flipped. Incredibly harsh and aggressive tones.
 
#62
Not hearing "harsh" in that demo either, that's what my L2k sounds like. No doubt the MFD pups are pretty hot, maybe it pushed your rig into distortion? I actually leave mine on passive most of the time, the boost is just as needed, and I tend to like a clean tone with no hair on it.
 
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#63
Gilmourisgod said:
Not hearing "harsh" in that demo either, that's what my L2k sounds like. No doubt the MFD pups are pretty hot, maybe it pushed your rig into distortion? I actually leave mine on passive most of the time, the boost is just as needed, and I tend to like a clean tone with no hair on it.
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Levels were fine, I just found the overall tone unpleasant. It wasn't for me.
 
#65
I can get a decent "burp" out of mine stock, a bit of that in the demo video too. BTW, what is the K mod? I've heard that term, but don't know what it entails. The wiring harness is pretty complex, I'll admit it's beyond me as to exactly what's going on in there, I'd be a bit wary of fiddling about unless you know your way around guitar electronics, I sure as hell don't.
 
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Gilmourisgod said:
I can get a decent "burp" out of mine stock, a bit of that in the demo video too. BTW, what is the K mod? I've heard that term, but don't know what it entails. The wiring harness is pretty complex, I'll admit it's beyond me as to exactly what's going on in there, I'd be a bit wary of fiddling about unless you know your way around guitar electronics, I sure as hell don't.
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It gives you single coil tap from the pickups. You can have it delivered that way from the factory. My impression was that there wasn't a big enough difference from parallel to worry about it.
 
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#67
Deeper Texan said:
My wonderful bride, of 25 years (next month) bought me a brand new USA L-2000 for my birthday in January. It was back ordered, so I didn't get it until the end of the month. I am no where close to a professional player. I play in my church praise band, and have only subbed, on a couple of local gigs, or youth rallies. I do get in a few jam sessions now and then at someone's house.

I don't have a lot to offer that hasn't already been posted, about the L-2000, other than wow! I am still learning all of the features, and configurations. Playing only a few songs every Sunday, doesn't allow for much experimentation.
I am glad, that the OP began this thread, as I have learned more about it, than I already knew. In my humble opinion, the L-2000, is very player friendly, especially for a novice like me who only began playing bass, at the tender age of 44. With only a cheap Kona, and a borrowed Peavy, to compare, the L-2000 is like the difference between a Yugo, and a Lamborghini.
Guess who's on the hook, for some expensive anniversary jewelry?
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I was almost a single parent when my wife was in nursing school. My reward? G&L L2000 with her very first paycheck! :D
 
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lug said:
I was almost a single parent when my wife was in nursing school. My reward? G&L L2000 with her very first paycheck! :D
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If you ever let her go, I will personally drive down to League City, and show you how an L-2000 can be used as a suppository.

Seriously, you also have a true gem. My daughter is an RN so I know the sacrifice made by loved one of true heroes. Play on!
 
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#69
I've never had an L-2000, but I had an L-1500 for awhile and my M-2500 has been a main player for years. They are amazing basses IMO, and given my G&L enthusiasm I should have an L-2500 with K-mod. Maybe eventually.

Anyway, I understand why some find the MFD pickups harsh, because they can sound aggressive and have extremely high output--which is darned fine by me! But pickup height matters a lot with these; lower them into the body and they mellow out a bit. I did this with the L-1500 to tame its snarly midrange, and it helped. I haven't touched the pickup height on my M-2500.
 
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Deeper Texan said:
If you ever let her go, I will personally drive down to League City, and show you how an L-2000 can be used as a suppository.

Seriously, you also have a true gem. My daughter is an RN so I know the sacrifice made by loved one of true heroes. Play on!
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The discussion went like this: If we ever split, YOU get the kids! NO! YOU get the kids! NO! ..... ok, let's just stay together. We have 6 kids. :D
 
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lug said:
The discussion went like this: If we ever split, YOU get the kids! NO! YOU get the kids! NO! ..... ok, let's just stay together. We have 6 kids. :D
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Awesome,
Yeah six kids, is more than enough reason to stay together. Word of advice, sometimes you just have to be a sounding board for her. Unless you have been there and done that, you can't possibly understand what she goes through. No way I could do that job. But I'm so glad there are those who do.
Wish we were closer, I would be honored to meet you and shake your hand, and give your wife a hug of thanks for what she does.
 
#73
Deeper Texan said:
Awesome,
Yeah six kids, is more than enough reason to stay together. Word of advice, sometimes you just have to be a sounding board for her. Unless you have been there and done that, you can't possibly understand what she goes through. No way I could do that job. But I'm so glad there are those who do.
Wish we were closer, I would be honored to meet you and shake your hand, and give your wife a hug of thanks for what she does.
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Too late, she just retired! :D
 

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