G&L Tribute JB-2 4-String Elect Bass Brazilian Cherry Natural Gloss w/ GIG BAG

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G&L Tribute JB-2 4-String Elect Bass Brazilian Cherry Natural Gloss w/ GIG BAG
Description
G&L Tribute JB-2 4-String Electric Bass, Brazilian Cherry Fingerboard - Natural Gloss w/ Gig Bag
Players fond of the old adage “if it ain’t broke…” haven’t played a JB-2. You see, the G&L JB-2 is all about refinement, blending “holy grail” Alnico single-coil tone with modern Leo Fender improvements.
The JB-2’s classic Alnico V pickups have tone reminiscent of the best examples from the early ‘60s, thanks to the work of Paul Gagon, G&L VP Engineering. Gagon found his inspiration reviewing original prints stored in Leo Fender’s private laboratory at G&L, but that was just the start. About 30 years ago, Gagon was an R&D; engineer at another company when he was tasked with finding out what was so special about the early bolt-on basses many players raved about. Gagon tirelessly analyzed many examples of what were considered holy grail basses, spending time out on the shop floor talking to builders still working in the pickup department since the ‘50s, all on a quest to discover where the real mojo was – and wasn’t. What he learned from the builders matched his own engineering analysis. You see, back in the day, the actual spec of pickups coming down that old production line varied considerably. That meant coming up with the right specs was more challenging than simply following the prints, and Gagon’s persistence paid off as the JB-2 serves up delicious, classic tone.
While the pickups are the origin of the tone, the JB-2 will surprise you with a clarity and sustain unmatched by old basses with their rudimentary bridge design. You see, the JB-2 features an innovative G&L Saddle-Lock bridge to transfer string energy right into the body end-grain for an incredibly resonant instrument. If you’re ready to let go of the past but still love that classic Alnico tone, get your hands on a JB-2 and experience a brilliant mash-up of old-school and new-school Leo. Once you play a G&L Tribute Series, you’ll never look back.
The G&L name, stylized G&L logo, distinctive “hook” headstock design, Tribute, L-2000, Saddle-Lock, Magnetic Field Design and MFD are registered trademarks or trademarks of G&L Musical Instruments / BBE Sound, Inc.
The personal name, likeness and signature of Mr. Clarence Leo Fender are property of G&L Musical Instruments / BBE Sound, Inc. and may not be used in any commercial capacity without prior approval. For inquiries regarding the use of the “Leo Fender” name, likeness or signature, please contact us. G&L is not associated with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.
G&L Bass Guitar Gig Bag w/ Shoulder Strap and Pocket
This softshell gig bag fits all G&L basses and similarly shaped electrics.
Specifications
G&L Tribute JB-2 4-String Electric Bass,Brazilian Cherry Fingerboard - Natural Gloss w/ Gig Bag
CONSTRUCTION: Bolt-on
SCALE: 34"
PICKUPS: 2x G&L Alnico single coil pickups
BODY WOOD: Basswood
FINGERBOARD: Brazilian Cherry
NECK WOOD: Hard-Rock Maple
NECK WIDTH AT NUT: 1 1/2"
NECK RADIUS: 12"
NECK PROFILE: Medium C
FRETS: 21 Medium Jumbo, Nickel
TUNING KEYS: Traditional Open-back
BRIDGE: Leo Fender-designed G&L Saddle-Lock
ELECTRONICS: One volume Control for each Pickup, Master tone
INCLUDES G&L GIG BAG
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