1 5/8” nut width sits right between the traditional P and J bass widths, and Leo offered this nut width in the ‘80s. Generous edge roll with a medium depth and taper from 0.820” at 1st fret to 0.940” at 12th fret. These specs were part of the #11 and #12 necks.
ORDER CODE: 12NK
1 ½” nut width traditional to a J bass, Leo brought it with him to Fender Avenue for the ASAT Bass and SB-2. 1 1/2” nut width, generous edge roll, and medium taper from 0.820” at 1st fret to 0.920” at 12th fret. These specs were part of the #6 and #8 necks.
ORDER CODE: 8NK
1 ¾” nut width traditional to a P bass, Leo brought it with him to Fender Avenue for the L-2000 and other models. 1 3/4” nut width, generous edge roll, medium taper from 0.820” at 1st fret to 0.940” at 12th fret. These specs were part of the #5 and #7 necks.
ORDER CODE: 7NK
1 ¾” nut width, generous edge roll, medium taper from 0.820” at 1st fret to 0.940” at 12th fret. Starts out just like the 4-string 1 ¾” medium C and fans out to a wider heel. These specs were part of the #10 neck. For 5-string basses only.
ORDER CODE: 10NK
Exclusive to the JB-5. 1.750″ nut width, generous edge roll, medium taper from 0.810″ at 1st fret to 0.910″ at 12th fret.
* All profiles have a +/- 0.015″ tolerance
A nice mid-way point between the vintage radius and a modern 12” radius. Standard on most bass models.
ORDER CODE: R95
Jescar 57110 18% Nickel Silver fretwire is standard on all G&L Made-In-Fullerton basses. A great balance.
ORDER CODE: MJF
Jescar 57110 Stainless Steel fretwire is extra durable for longetivity. Recommended for extensive touring or musicians with an aggressive playing style. Not available with 7 1/2″ radius.
ORDER CODE: SS
Jescar 43080 18% Nickel Silver fretwire. For players who prefer the slim frets of ’50s and ’60s Leo instruments
ORDER CODE: VF
This method of cutting the maple boards results in the endgrain being directed about 45° to 90° from the face of the fingerboard. This cut results in a more stable neck and is recommended for players who tour as it better withstands substantial changes in temperature and humidity.
ORDER CODE: QS
Standard on guitars and basses, Hard Rock Maple is strong and stable.
ORDER CODE: NOT APPLICABLE
Bright tone and fast feel.
ORDER CODE: MP
Less bright tone than Maple, Caribbean Rosewood is a popular no-cost option.
ORDER CODE: CR
Less bright tone than Maple, Indian Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
ORDER CODE: RW
About as bright sounding as Maple, Ebony is dark, smooth and popular with players who like a “fast” feel.
ORDER CODE: EB
Choose with or without white inlaid ghost lines.
ORDER CODE: FEB for no ghost lines
ORDER CODE: FEBG for white inlaid ghost lines
Choose with or without white inlaid ghost lines.
ORDER CODE: FCR for no ghost lines
ORDER CODE: FCRG for white inlaid ghost lines
Choose with or without white inlaid ghost lines.
ORDER CODE: FRW for no ghost lines
ORDER CODE: FRWG for white inlaid ghost lines
Has a hue of an aged finish. Can work well for both a vintage or modern look.
Not recommended with Wood Binding on a Swamp Ash body (doesn’t match well).
ORDER CODE: VTGN
Has a hue of an aged finish with the modern feel of a satin finish. Can work well for both a vintage or modern look. Not recommended with Wood Binding on a Swamp Ash body (doesn’t match well).
ORDER CODE: VTSN
A great choice for use with a Natural Gloss finish.
ORDER CODE: CGN
Standard on most models, satin is smooth and easy playing.
ORDER CODE: LTSN
Painted Headstock (choose body matching or Jet Black)
ORDER CODE: PH for body matching
ORDER CODE: BH for Jet Black headstock
Jet Black headstock automatically comes with Silver-on-Black G&L logo and Model Logo Delete. It is strongly recommended to choose either Silver-on-Black or Black-on-Silver G&L logo and Model Logo Delete on other Painted Headstock colors.
Painted headstock not available in Blackburst, Blonde, Butterscotch Blonde, Lemon Drop, Vintage Natural.
Gloss finish on the front of the headstock only. Combine with standard CSN, LTSN or VTGN.
ORDER CODE: GH
White neck binding ORDER CODE: NBW
Black neck binding ORDER CODE: NBB
White pearl block inlays ORDER CODE: BIW
Black block inlays ORDER CODE: BIB
Self-lubricating to reduce friction, allowing the string to travel more smoothly between the nut as tension changes due to string bends.
ORDER CODE: GTN
No model logo on the headstock. ORDER CODE: LD
For models and colors which come standard with Alder, Swamp Ash may be specified.
ORDER CODE: ASH
For solid colors, Lightweight American Basswood may be specified.
ORDER CODE: BAS
For models and colors which come standard with Alder, Okoume may be specified.
ORDER CODE: OKU
Optional on solid-body ASAT Bass, an arm contour provides additional comfort just like a double-cutaway bass model. Can not be used with top binding
ORDER CODE: FC
Top Bound White ORDER CODE: TBW
Double Bound White ORDER CODE: DBW
White body binding not available with Alpine White, Blonde, Himalayan Blue, Sonic Blue, Pearl White, Vintage White.Top Bound Black ORDER CODE: TBB
Double Bound Black ORDER CODE: DBB
Black body binding not available with 3-Tone Sunburst, 2-Tone Sunburst, Blackburst, Blueburst, Greenburst, Redburst, Jet Black, Tobacco Sunburst.
Clear band around body perimeter. Especially beautiful with Flame or Quilt tops. Not available with Blackburst, Blonde, Butterscotch Blonde, Lemon Drop, Natural, Vintage Natural.
ORDER CODE: WB
1-ply Black
3-ply Black
3-ply Mint
3-ply Parchment
3-ply White Pearloid
4-ply Tortoise Shell
1-ply White
3-ply White*NOTE: |
ORDER CODE: 1PB
ORDER CODE: 3PB
ORDER CODE: 3PM
ORDER CODE: 3PP
ORDER CODE: PRL
ORDER CODE: TOR
ORDER CODE: 1PW
ORDER CODE: 3PW *3-ply white is standard on models with pickguard.Pickguard options are only available on models which include a pickguard. |
Single Coil Mode (SCM)
for L-2000, L-2500 and ASAT Bass only. 2-way Series/Parallel switch is replaced with a 3-way Series/Split/Parallel switch. Pickups are specially made with individual coil leads to accomodate.
ORDER CODE: SCM
