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New G and L G&L ASAT Special Cherry burst with Spalted Alder Top Ships Worldwide
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Description Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: G&L Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Model: ASAT Special MPN: CLF079176 Body Type: Solid Country of Manufacture: USA String Configuration: 6 String Style: Telecaster Body Color: Cherry burst UPC: Does not apply
This ASAT Special features a gorgeous Cherryburst finish and G&L's signature Soapbar style Magnetic Field Design pickups. These pickups deliver full frequency response and a bouncy, touch sensitive attack that is reminiscent of a vintage pickup but with much greater output and even response. This guitar evokes the sounds of the Strat®, Tele®, and even Jazzmaster®. With a one-of-a-kind Spalted Maple top, it's got personality and tone.
This USA ASAT Special features the following:Cherryburst finish on Swamp Ash with Spalted Alder Top, 8.2 poundsG&L 'Modern Classic' maple neck, 1-11/16" width at the nut, 9.5" radiusRosewood fingerboard on satin vintage tintMedium jumbo fretsBone nutG&L split and drilled tuners(2) G&L Large MFD pickupsG&L Saddle Lock Bridge3-way switch, volume and tone controlG&L non-compression truss rodPlek® laser guided fret finishing10 year warranty and certificate of authenticityDeluxe tolex hardshell case List price: $2289Test gear: Mesa Stiletto 50w head, Tone tubby pine 1x12 cab with Weber 12F150B speakerG&L's large MFD pickup is truly a marvel in both tone and balance, and represents a real step forward in single coil pickups. Featuring a low resistance coil and a fairly strong ceramic magnet, they have a broad frequency response, a very balanced attack, and a bouncy feel with a slightly scooped midrange that is the best of both Strat® and Tele®. The neck pickup has a glassy quality that is clean and articulate with a nice slightly hollow Strat tone on the upper frets. Roll of the volume a touch and it gets a little rounder and more Tele like. The bridge pickup has plenty of jangle and twang without being too sharp, and when paired with the neck pickup is perfect for a little Vince Gill or Brent Mason picking. Both pickups have plenty of output, and through a good stomp box or gain channel there is punch plus harmonic complexity that is the best of both single/double-coil worlds.The Spalted Alder top is especially eye-catching, and no-pickguard option shows off as much of this interesting wood as possible. Spalting is actually a type of fungus that can inhabit both live and dead trees and imparts interesting coloring and grain effects. We've found that the Spalted tops add a slight warming effect to the tone, sort of the opposite of a maple top. The Combination of Spalted Alder and Swamp Ash makes for a particularly sweet tone with nice glistening highs and a balanced midrange. MFD pickups have a lot of natural presence and this wood combination tempers them nicely for a tone that is both full-range but smooth and responsive.This guitar comes with G&L's newest neck profile, the Modern Classic. Slimmer like the old "Slim C," the Modern Classic has a 9.5" radius and a 1-11/16" nut width. The string spacing is the same as their 1-5/8" Classic C necks, and the extra width is there to help prevent string fall off. Players who like an American Fender® neck will find that the Modern Classic is a very close cousin (for those who liked the chunkier Classic C, it's still available as an option, along with about eight other choices). The Plek® fret finishing assures consistent playability up and down the neck, and the G&L saddle lock bridge provides a solid foundation and plenty of sustain. What many don't realize is that there is a small set screw on the side of the bridge, which is the saddle lock feature. Tightening this screw locks the saddles together for better coupling, sustain and fewer sympathetic vibrations. Combined with the MFD pickups this guitar is great for blues, roots, or country, but also has the output and presence to grind out some awesome rock tones. Once you've gotten used to the hypnotic clarity, power and versatility of G&L's MFD pickups, conventional pickups sound a little thin and uninspiring.This exotic G&L ASAT Special will feel familiar, but it stretches beyond the humble roots of its classic predecessors to render both traditional and modern sounds, with Custom Shop quality at an off-the-rack price.We are an authorized G&L dealer and this is a new guitar with all tags, tools, paperwork and certificates. We have over 40 G&L’s in stock at all times, and please feel free to browse our other listings, or contact us for information on a custom order.
Orders received by 12:00EST will be shipped the next day. All guitars are setup and tested prior to shipment
Winning buyer receives FREE UPS Ground shipping in the lower 48 states. All other destinations please email for quote.
All merchandise is subject to prior in-store sales and we reserve the right to end this auction early. You can also follow us on twitter at www.twitter.com/gordonupfront.
Description
| Condition: | New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | G&L |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | United States | Model: | ASAT Special |
| MPN: | CLF079176 | Body Type: | Solid |
| Country of Manufacture: | USA | String Configuration: | 6 String |
| Style: | Telecaster | Body Color: | Cherry burst |
| UPC: | Does not apply |
This ASAT Special features a gorgeous Cherryburst finish and G&L's signature Soapbar style Magnetic Field Design pickups. These pickups deliver full frequency response and a bouncy, touch sensitive attack that is reminiscent of a vintage pickup but with much greater output and even response. This guitar evokes the sounds of the Strat®, Tele®, and even Jazzmaster®. With a one-of-a-kind Spalted Maple top, it's got personality and tone.
This USA ASAT Special features the following:Cherryburst finish on Swamp Ash with Spalted Alder Top, 8.2 poundsG&L 'Modern Classic' maple neck, 1-11/16" width at the nut, 9.5" radiusRosewood fingerboard on satin vintage tintMedium jumbo fretsBone nutG&L split and drilled tuners(2) G&L Large MFD pickupsG&L Saddle Lock Bridge3-way switch, volume and tone controlG&L non-compression truss rodPlek® laser guided fret finishing10 year warranty and certificate of authenticityDeluxe tolex hardshell case List price: $2289Test gear: Mesa Stiletto 50w head, Tone tubby pine 1x12 cab with Weber 12F150B speakerG&L's large MFD pickup is truly a marvel in both tone and balance, and represents a real step forward in single coil pickups. Featuring a low resistance coil and a fairly strong ceramic magnet, they have a broad frequency response, a very balanced attack, and a bouncy feel with a slightly scooped midrange that is the best of both Strat® and Tele®. The neck pickup has a glassy quality that is clean and articulate with a nice slightly hollow Strat tone on the upper frets. Roll of the volume a touch and it gets a little rounder and more Tele like. The bridge pickup has plenty of jangle and twang without being too sharp, and when paired with the neck pickup is perfect for a little Vince Gill or Brent Mason picking. Both pickups have plenty of output, and through a good stomp box or gain channel there is punch plus harmonic complexity that is the best of both single/double-coil worlds.The Spalted Alder top is especially eye-catching, and no-pickguard option shows off as much of this interesting wood as possible. Spalting is actually a type of fungus that can inhabit both live and dead trees and imparts interesting coloring and grain effects. We've found that the Spalted tops add a slight warming effect to the tone, sort of the opposite of a maple top. The Combination of Spalted Alder and Swamp Ash makes for a particularly sweet tone with nice glistening highs and a balanced midrange. MFD pickups have a lot of natural presence and this wood combination tempers them nicely for a tone that is both full-range but smooth and responsive.This guitar comes with G&L's newest neck profile, the Modern Classic. Slimmer like the old "Slim C," the Modern Classic has a 9.5" radius and a 1-11/16" nut width. The string spacing is the same as their 1-5/8" Classic C necks, and the extra width is there to help prevent string fall off. Players who like an American Fender® neck will find that the Modern Classic is a very close cousin (for those who liked the chunkier Classic C, it's still available as an option, along with about eight other choices). The Plek® fret finishing assures consistent playability up and down the neck, and the G&L saddle lock bridge provides a solid foundation and plenty of sustain. What many don't realize is that there is a small set screw on the side of the bridge, which is the saddle lock feature. Tightening this screw locks the saddles together for better coupling, sustain and fewer sympathetic vibrations. Combined with the MFD pickups this guitar is great for blues, roots, or country, but also has the output and presence to grind out some awesome rock tones. Once you've gotten used to the hypnotic clarity, power and versatility of G&L's MFD pickups, conventional pickups sound a little thin and uninspiring.This exotic G&L ASAT Special will feel familiar, but it stretches beyond the humble roots of its classic predecessors to render both traditional and modern sounds, with Custom Shop quality at an off-the-rack price.We are an authorized G&L dealer and this is a new guitar with all tags, tools, paperwork and certificates. We have over 40 G&L’s in stock at all times, and please feel free to browse our other listings, or contact us for information on a custom order.
Orders received by 12:00EST will be shipped the next day. All guitars are setup and tested prior to shipment
Winning buyer receives FREE UPS Ground shipping in the lower 48 states. All other destinations please email for quote.
All merchandise is subject to prior in-store sales and we reserve the right to end this auction early. You can also follow us on twitter at www.twitter.com/gordonupfront.