G&L L-1000 CLF Research - The Last Bastion of Leo Fender's Legacy - LowEndLobster Review

[@thefool2007]

Leo re-invented and perfected the Precision Bass before he left us. Went back to old school and killed it with those amazing and useful electronics. That bass does it all. I see why you have it in the Arsenal.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Rick! He really nailed it with this bass. You can see the influences of all his past works mushed into this masterpiece. The second take of the Stingray Two band, the massive MFD pickup, the P placement, the toggle switch, everything is just so well done!

[@WyattLite-n-inn]

@@LowEndLobster When you made the statement about stainless steel frets though.. Argh!! !! If only ....

[@WillelmMacguyver]

I agree completely. When Leo Fender and his team were working on the revisions to the P Bass line in 1957, they had few alternatives other than a split coil to bypass Gibson's patent (applied for...) on the side-by-side and sidewinder (mudbucker) humbucking designs. Without that constraining factor, the 1957 P Bass makeover may have ended up looking quite similar to the L-1000 with a 'normal' side-by-side style humbucker. Fun fact though, Seth Lover's patent for Gibson also contained a split coil configuration. I'm only guessing Fender got away with it because Gibson never did anything with the design while the patent was in effect. Gibson really could have sued for infringement if they chose to.

[@GL_Guitars]

Dropping by to say hi and thanks again! Posting from our brand new channel.

[@LowEndLobster]

Heyoooo!

[@johnnybgoode1950]

I don't think I've ever heard a single pickup passive bass with so many voices. I think I heard p-bass, jazz bass, sting ray and even some EB3 and Hofner shadings, and Lord knows what else.

[@halcyo]

I have one and it's my baby, and I can verify it is surprisingly versatile. Parallel for vintagey funk/disco, single coil for more rock tones, and OMG mode for reggae/dub/more "active" sounding styles. I consider it a "super P bass".

[@LowEndLobster]

It really is so flexible! It plays and sounds so good

[@cgraysonsmith]

I have the Okoume version and it sounds and plays incredible. It has a very creamy, organic feel to it, don't know how to describe it really. It resonates incredibly and you feel this bass, even when playing it unplugged. G&L got this one right big time!

[@juanfranmar]

Beautiful bass, my friend. I’ll say it again: this is the best bass channel. Thanks for your work!!!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Juan!

[@julianthesmooshyhusky8976]

G&L doesn’t get enough love for how refined their instruments are. I still have never played a fender tele as good as the lone ASAT I played.

[@LowEndLobster]

The truth! Great news though, we're actually going to be working closely with G&L in 2022 and they'll be sending instruments to review! We'll definitely be seeing more G&L content :)

[@GozhouCS]

An alternative P-Bass, on steroids! I like it. One pickup for 3 different sounds, not including what you can get playing with the electronics. Nice review as always!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks B@ssiCS! It really is. It's like the culmination of all of Leo's ideas into this masterpiece.

[@ampthebassplayer]

Are you planning on doing an L2000/L2500 review at any point? A lot of people seem to think that's the most versatile bass ever made.

[@LowEndLobster]

YES! I plan on snagging an L2000 soon

[@ericjohnson6105]

One day I will have a G&L to complete the Leo Triple Crown. I already own the first two Jewels in the crown and just waiting for one of these as the last. Already have my eye on the CLF Research L2000 in Pharoah Gold.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Eric! I got my eye on a CLF L2K as well hehehe, I'm thinking either matching natural or black for me

[@DevilsFourString]

This is hands down, without a doubt in my mind, my favorite bass that you've had on your channel. It sounds so freaking good. Pleeeeeeease get an L2000 on here.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! I'm eyeing the L2000 CLF as well (and probably will check out a Tribute too!)

[@Apathesis0]

@@LowEndLobster love to see a comparison between an L2000 and a Sabre

[@davidphillips7740]

Its so awesome to see you giving GnL some recognition. A great slap player friend of mine had 1 back in the 80s, I think it was probably an L1000 and I was blown away by the sound. I never forgot that and started checking out and researching their newer stuff. My number 1 bass is, was, a usa geddy lee. A guitarist friend kept saying you should get a pbass. I saw the video of you reviewing the different L1000s and other videos on them and got the blueburst swampash. Its so awesome, the fattest tones. The 1 video I couldn't find was an l1000 and fender American p shootout. It seems like the GnL secrets getting outta the bag

[@LowEndLobster]

NICE! Congrats on your L1K

[@LaFritePerreGoat]

Would love to see you compare it to your rickenbacker. Wich monster rockbass would win the show.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! Your comment inspired me to restring and give my Ric a fresh setup. Stay tuned ;)

[@michaelblaney4461]

Hey Lobster the L1000clf and the L2000 seem like they are different in many ways. There is absolutely no reason to replace the pickups or hardware on these basses.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Michael, I agree. Loooove this bass

[@russellzauner]

That's true - it's also true that you can get the electronics and hardware separately at competitive prices so I plan to get some of the preamps, pickups, and bridges to play with on the mod side.

[@mark-onthedl3890]

I gave this video a like even before I played it. As an owner of an L-2500, I knew this was going to be a good one!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Dev!

[@mperk1896]

I'm assuming the options would make for a long video, but it would be nice to see a L-2000 or a L-2500. I can't find those in local stores to try...

[@LowEndLobster]

I am DEFINITELY going to snag a L-2000 CLF for keepsies. Will try and check out the Tribute models as well

[@guy5359]

Looks gorgeous and sound great! Thanks LowEndLobster!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Guy!

[@guy5359]

Have you ever demo the G&L L2000 CLF in the passed?

[@LowEndLobster]

@@guy5359 Nope, this L1K is actually my first G&L ever. Got it late last year. I definitely plan on snagging an L2K CLF after NAMM though

[@guy5359]

Great! Crazy as it sound, LowEndLobster, I never ever tried a G&L before never was interested or paid attention... Why? Because of their ugly headstock but I like the one on those reissues, those are the vintage headstock right?

[@shugemery]

Got me one and hug it daily. So fun to play. And a beaut!

[@pwokaren]

The G&L L1000 is a Titan in the history of the Bass. Leo Fender you absolute genius ! After listening to those sounds I have to get one of these. Cheers 🥂 Lobster 🦞

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Pwo :)

[@pwokaren]

@@LowEndLobster My G&L L1000 has now arrived. And boy do I like it. Thanks ! Lobster 🦞 💯🎶🇦🇺

[@LowEndLobster]

@@pwokaren Congrats!!!

[@rickrolli7091]

That is one bad ass bass. I'm gonna have to get me one.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Rick! You won't regret it

[@ryderhyduk]

I’d love to see a video on the L-2000, apparently it sounds incredibly similar to a Wal Bass. I’m a big Rush nut and Geddy Lee played one in the 80s-90s, but Wal Basses are like $3,000!

[@caseypayne5138]

I don't have a Wal so I can't *really* compare but my L2000 Tribute has a lot of that same growl and snarl that a Wal has. It's pretty great in a pinch but it's not gonna sound exactly the same.

[@JC19676]

The L2000 is really the Swiss Army knife of basses. It really can get a really wide range of tones. Yes it does sound very similar to a Wal bass. So that is one of the many sounds and tones you can get from that bass.

[@demidevil666]

I own both an L-2000 and an L-2500, both from the tribute series (made in Indonesia). As they have the exact same electronics as the made-in-USA ones. You can hear them both in a metal context on my channel. Sound wise, these G&L L-series basses are my undisputed favorite. I can comment on build quality only in regards to the made in Indonesia ones. On those, you will want to replace the tuners at some point, as they are heavy, clunky and feel quite cheap. I put Gotoh tuners on my 4-string and Schaller ones on my 5 string. One of the Schaller ones broke after half a year and I had to get a warranty replacement. Having the experience now, I like the Gotoh tuners the best on the market. They feel smoothest and most well made and hold the tuning remarkably well. The next thing that will need replacing at some point are the mini switches. I've had my L-2500 since 2011 and after 6 years of daily use, the pickup selector switch gave up. But hey, that gave me the opportunity to learn soldering. All in all, great instruments!

[@LowEndLobster]

I'd so pay $3k for a Wal, they're much more now hahaha. I'm totally looking to snag an L2K CLF for my collection and review an L2K tribute as well!

[@caseypayne5138]

@@LowEndLobster The more L2k stuff, the better! :) I really love mine. I had a different one about a year ago and I sold it like an idiot, and I've been jonesing after another one ever since. I finally had some funds and I found a good deal on a Tribute and now I'm never ever gonna let it go.

[@kevmac1230]

My first gigging bass was an SB-2 which I still own and it sounds fantastic,it aged beautifully.The L-1000 is a winner.That Ric tone blew my mind!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Kev! I just restrung my Ric, someone suggested I do a little comparo between this and the Ric.... It's on ;P

[@hectoremicolon1351]

LowEndLobster. Hey my Friend nice review and nice bass!!!!! 😎 👍

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Hector! :)

[@lumpinator]

Man, I love the G&L stuff! How cool would it be if there was another model with two humbuckers, but the bridge one a bit more towards the neck so it was in stingray position? For me the ultimate Leo Fender beast! With the option of operating the outer coils you could even still get a jazzbass like tone.

[@michaelblaney4461]

Lumpi Nator the L2000 is that bass 2 pickups and preamp. But the bridge humbucker is maybe a little closer to the bridge then this stingray. My L2000 does not really sound exactly like my Ray 34 though.

[@lumpinator]

@@michaelblaney4461 I know the L-2000. And as you say, it's bridge humbucker is closer to the bridge resulting in a different sound than a stingrayish position.

[@mouthmw]

@@lumpinator you can't have the exact P and Stingray positions in one bass. They overlap. There's always gonna be a compromise for one or the other. In my opinion, the L2K's position is already perfect for a dual humbucker configuration. Stingray's HH for example have the H too close to the neck and it's just a boring, dull, muddy tone there IMO.

[@lumpinator]

@@mouthmw do they really overlap? I guess you get both positions by placing both Pickups back to back. Maybe not exactly but close enough. Quite like the Warwick corvette $$ approach.

[@mouthmw]

@@lumpinator Yup they overlap slightly. You could get very close though.

[@KapnKregg]

Wow, that parallel mode slap tone is still very similar to a Stingray - even though the pickup is further toward the neck. And switching to single coil mode sounds exactly like a good PBass. This bass is super versatile. Would LOVE to see a demo of the 5 string version of this!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Phil! Don't you worry, we'll be checking out the new 5'er soon!

[@grizelda4526]

I love G&L. My LB-100 just came this week and it’s fantastic. Now I must experience this OMG mode! Thanks for sharing this one!

[@LowEndLobster]

Awesome! Congrats Griz! I got a Tribute LB-100 that came last week (natural/maple). We'll be checking that out soon :)

[@Giawulf]

Of all the basses I have watched and listened to you review on this channel, this is it. This is the one. The L-1000 is the best sounding bass I have ever watched/heard you play on this channel. This is the perfect bass tone.

[@russellzauner]

2:20 I just realized that the OMG mode is an extension of the "dark circuit" idea from some of the old teles to the bass.

[@LowEndLobster]

Do elaborate!

[@russellzauner]

Also the burgundy mist matador is back up on Etsy lol

[@LowEndLobster]

Hahaha I saw, it taunts me

[@russellzauner]

Also there are still some bodies and hardware/electronics up in the G&L surplus/parts store. I'd love to do some deep dives on things like bridges, etc, because I still don't know any other simple high mass bridge that has the sideways saddle locking feature like the G&L.

[@russellzauner]

Leo didn't want a full phantom coil and noise cancellation can rob tone if you're not careful. This is a design reduced to its simplest parts, straightforward, clean, get those tones. I guess if you want to route it out you can add one. ;-) I'd get one of those tribute bodies off G&L site and some of their surplus electronics and go about experimenting with what a ghost coil with those electronics and platform can be like, and it's about as apple/apples as it can get. Anything that comes of those experiments, they can likely be directly installed on a stock G&L platform with high confidence of replicating the config and the response of it.

[@48streetrat]

Owned a original L-1000 G&L in the late 80's. Traded the bass for a Japanese Tune bass.... be mistake!

[@LowEndLobster]

Oh no! What color was your L1K?

[@starcat7599]

Good Golly Miss Molly! I was on the fence until you started slapping.... another one on the list!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Starcat! These are super awesome and special basses, glad you liked what you heard!

[@klaymeister]

Nice! I would love to hear your thoughts on a Kiloton

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Klay! Kiloton is definitely on my list!

[@Rick_Petrone]

All the G&L I played were wonderful! Congratulations on the videos... My hand is turning into a lobster paw from watching so much!😀

[@paultraynorbsc627]

🦞🦞

[@LowEndLobster]

Hehe thank you Ricardo! I do not recommend sticking your afflicted hand in hot water, I learned from experience ;P

[@DarrenSaw]

I often wonder why you still have active bass when I hear an MFD G&L. Great video as always!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Darren!

[@MrSparks54]

I have two G&L basses, the Fallout Tribute and the CLF L-2000. The 2000 is a beast! I had the Tribute L-2000 but the neck was too chunky so I sold it and got the US version with the slim C neck. I'll post a pic on Discord. All US models are Plek'd at the factory. I looked at a lot of basses before going for the 2000. I have zero regrets. In case anyone is wondering, G&L is George Fullerton and Leo Fender, CLF is Clarence Leo Fender Love the review! Thanks Lobster 🦞

[@LowEndLobster]

Woooo! Thanks Sparks! Your L2k is a BEAUT! Congrats my friend! :)

[@danielcapalbo5293]

I'm not sure, but I think what Leo was trying to achieve by designing this bass, was getting the tones of of three p basses in one bass. The 50s single coil, the split coil pbass and the stingray. This is a really nice bass. I'm surprised it wasn't more popular.

[@PerpetuallyTiredMusician]

I own one of these and it's my favourite. I don't use any other bass anymore it's my sub sonic home now. It is not a musicman sterling at all, at least it doesn't want to be tonally. It feels and sounds more like a p-bass that Leo never stopped designing (which might quite possibly be what it is). Love it can recommend it, I have a U.S one since I am a lefty. However the L2000 is available for us south paws as a tribute model if you don't want to fork out for the U.S made L-1000. The L-2000 is great and it sounds just as delicious when you ride the neck pickup only.

[@jimleveilleurlive3790]

i was one of the first guy who player on a L2000 , but i must admit these basses miss bass frequencies; !!! but so pleasant to use. ! just the nearly perfect bass

[@DanielMiclos]

Waiting you review the L2000, my little baby. Specifically with the single coil tap mod. Most versatile bass ever!

[@bassistdc]

You should check out the G&L Kiloton. I bought the tribute model and am very pleased. I'm selling my Ray24CA Stingray. Still waiting for the Fodera Yin Yang Standard .

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! Great suggestion. That's definitely on my list. Need to review this LB-100 Tribute first ;)

[@varungovil1165]

Do you have any plans on reviewing the g&l sb-2 by any chance?

[@LowEndLobster]

Great question! Yes, I plan on checking out the SB-2. Next G&L on deck is a Tribute LB-100 which I got last week :)

[@varungovil1165]

@@LowEndLobster amazing! If you had the time it would be great seeing a comparison between the two and maybe a fender P! Either way though I'll stay tuned in

[@jasondoe2596]

Damn, it looks beautiful, and sounds amazing - in all pickup configurations. And the p-pickup position is my personal favorite... So many usable tones.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Jason!

[@PhullyNo1]

Great modern P bass voicing, I’m not a huge fan of OMG mode, you really couldn’t get that into the mix under normal conditions. I NEED a G&L to complete my Fender collection. Maybe I’ll have to look into this.

[@halcyo]

OMG mode actually gets more interesting and useable by CUTTING some bass. With the bass knob down some, it's starts to get a sort of "active" bass tone.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! Halcyo nailed it, which is why IMO the OMG mode works so well here where it was a bit of a harder sell in something like the Fallout where you don't have the bass cut.

[@brucesahroian1482]

My Favorite Bass!! Bought it new in 1982! Just like yours!! Sad to say I sold it as I don't play any longer! Best Bass!!!!!!!

[@leramos3102]

What an awesome bass channel Lobster 🦞. :) I was planning to get a a pbass but this L1000 made me a lot thinking to do. 😂 If I could only get just one choosing from a Fender Pbass and GL L1000 which one should I get? More power to your channel!

[@chrisbishop874]

I am so lucky to own a 40 year old L 1000 fretless. I also have the tribute L 2000 fretted. matching clear coat bodies.

[@LaFritePerreGoat]

Yes g&l finally you made it

[@LowEndLobster]

:)

[@thebassbuilder]

Love G&L basses! Now you need an LB100 and SB2 so you can do a comparison of them all. Just get the tribute models as they seem just fine as well.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Meyers! Already have a Tribute LB-100 here on deck :)

[@thebassbuilder]

@@LowEndLobster cannot wait! That is hands down the best looking p style bass ever. Way better lines than the original.

[@trailblazeratv6306]

Best value around. I might have to order one. I have the JB-2 and JB. There are excellent and every bit as good as Music man ( I have 2 EBMM too )

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Trail Blazer! These are truly awesome basses that have so much character and soul. I love mine!

[@darvinclement3250]

I LOVE the tones that bass puts out! I need one.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Darvin!

[@billydecker9396]

Thanks for this review. I used to own a 1981 L-1000 which had the black powder coated bridge that was used from late 1981 to mid-1982. I bought it from my guitar player's roommate for $200 so that he could cover his half of the rent. I sold mine probably 26 years ago and just bought the same model here in your review. The one thing I can say about the L-1000 and the MFD pickups is that they are perfect for recording. The sound engineer couldn't believe that signal coming from a passive bass.

[@TorbenMougaard26]

damn . Again .. ! Cant get this bass in Denmark .. I can get the L-2000 .. I wonder if the front pickup is the same as L-1000 and the back pickup the same as Kiloton . ? I have the Kiloton for a few month now ,- and it´s become the goto bass in my Rockband ..

[@LowEndLobster]

Yes! From what I can tell, the L2000 has this position for the neck pickup and the Kiloton positioning for the rear. I really want to try out a Kiloton

[@TorbenMougaard26]

@@LowEndLobster Yes, i like to hear what you think of it .

[@TorbenMougaard26]

I play the Kiloton , with EQ 12 o´clock, Full open . On Ashdown Tonemann 600 EVO4 and SWR tower 8/10 . Extremly satisfying ,- When the guitarist turns red in impressment .. I look at him and say , Do you feel my!!

[@TorbenMougaard26]

But be carefull , small D. amps can handle the Kiloton . Especially in beast mode

[@trailblazeratv6306]

Do you like it better than the Spector in that price range ?

[@LowEndLobster]

Yes, I had problems with my spector that ended with me gutting it and installing EMGs. This G&L is just a peach.

[@paultraynorbsc627]

Excellent Lobster 🦞🦞 best wishes Liverpool UK 👍

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Paul!

[@Gary19702]

"Carry on my wayward son, That was a p bass with rotosoumds eq'd juuust right (upper mids boosted) not sure what the bassist of Kansas (Dave Hope) used but the clarity of his tone with a p bass was remarkable!!! He used a rickenbacker 4001 for the second studio album Masque. He went right back to the p bass and in 1982 he used the music man bass which is really more versatile than people give it credit for! Great stuff!!!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! I know he used a P and some eq magic but this bass just nails that tone our of the box. Dirty nasty clank for days

[@michaelblaney4461]

I think Dave Hope used some metal necked Kramer basses too.

[@PushSueAside]

What the hell was that bald guy in the suit flipping out for? I bet he’s sorry about it now..... Lovely G&L tho, I have to remember, “want” doesn’t mean “NEED”! Cheers

[@LowEndLobster]

Steve Balmer, probably flipping out about Windows 98 or something hahaha. Thank you!

[@PushSueAside]

@@LowEndLobster silly bastard! Hey I was going to ask you, did you watch the latest “show me what you bass” Patrick’s show (I know you watch too) that (fender I think) “double P J” bass??? It was a signature model for the bass player of Loudness (I think) that thing looks like a fn tone MONSTER. I’d love to hear that thing. Just wondering what you thought or if you’d ever seen one or one like it? Anyway...I thought of you when I saw it and figured you’d find it interesting. Cheers

[@LowEndLobster]

@@PushSueAside I saw that! I've seen those models on some Japanese sites and have always been curious. I never miss a SMWYB (Show Me What You Bass) episode!

[@PushSueAside]

@@LowEndLobster cheers there are a ton of fun basses on there. “That one” really kicked my curiosity in n the teeth. Never liked loudness but that bass looks fun. I need to keep my eyes out for en for one. Btw...I love the precise science and the dedication, that you using the right tools for the job...what size Allen wrench do you recommend for “tapping the pickups”????

[@LowEndLobster]

@@PushSueAsideI recommend an allen wrench sized between a butter knife and a sewing needle ;P. I usually use the bridge adjustment wrench for a little tappity tap

[@alanhearne6733]

EVERYTHING IS AWESOME! Great video Lobster, with love from Portugal 🇵🇹

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Alan!

[@miguelmoreno-gd1zt]

Thanks lobster!!! There aren't many reviews of this bass on the net and any of them is worthy, besides the bass whisperer one. I, ve decided to buy this model (okume one) after watching yours. I received this last week after 8 months waiting for it. My post is not about the bass bit for you, love your channel and your insights about basses. Many, many thanks mate!! Keep going on

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! Enjoy the bass!

[@stushwartz]

Awesome. Used ro have an 80's L2000. As seen in my profile pic. Great basses .

[@LowEndLobster]

Awesome! Thanks Stu! Hoping to snag an L2k CLF of my own soon :)

[@roadbull1]

I loved G&L basses until i bought one. It sounded great but had multiple Qc issues. There was a half hearted effort to remedy the problems that failed, the bass came back with more problems than it left with, and as soon as some damage could be blamed on shipping they were happy to refund my money. Buyer be ware. Great content Lobster!

[@LowEndLobster]

Aw, bummer that you had a bad experience!

[@UriSaporta]

looks wise it is very boring and underwhelming, but that makes the killer tone that comes out of it even more surprising

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Uri! Honestly, that's how I've felt about a lot of G&Ls early on in my bass playing. Never was really into the brand and thought that they didn't look all that special. This is actually my first G&L that I've ever owned and I'm very happy

[@jonhill783]

Great review! I would really like to see a review of a G&L Fullerton LB-100.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Jon! I have an unboxing and review coming of the Tribute model of the LB-100 coming soon :)

[@jonhill783]

@@LowEndLobster Awesome. Cant wait!

[@chriswenkle2635]

Great video - once again Lobster. I love this G&L bass! I especially love the idea of being able to "pummel" my way through a mix. One of Leo Fender's classic designs. Cheers!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Chris!

[@ghostrider2ification]

The grain on the back of that bass is beautiful. I love natural finishes and G&L delivers. It sounds incredible. Have you played any of G&L Fullerton JB's before?

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! I haven't played one yet, but they're definitely on my radar!

[@ChipsA17]

Honselty if I knew about this bass before my stingray I probably would have got one of these. Nice clean back and and major low end for a passive bass. I want one now lol

[@robertjova5400]

Nice ash . Made in America. Sweet .👍😎

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Robert!

[@whitemeadowsounds7198]

Carry on your way-word man, hope you won't get demonetized for playing this!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you!

[@TheGAMEGod_YT]

Let’s goooooo

[@LowEndLobster]

WOOOO!

[@patrick-verheij]

Another great showcase and review. I have never been into single pickup basses, but you make me question myself thoroughly here. By the way, I would be very much interested in hearing your opinion about other features of basses, like weight and balance. You always play sitting down, which is fine, but for me weight and balance are rather relevant characteristics of a bass. Just a throught. Keep up the great vids. One of the best bass channels around.

[@pwhite102]

Have you ever tried a bass ramp on a p type bass? Makes it very comfy for playing near the bridge and getting that kind of sound

[@patrick-verheij]

@@pwhite102 I am able to position my plucking hand without using a ramp. Alas, without a pickup near the bridge, that thick, nasal, passive-tone-control-all-the-way-off jazz sound is quite impossible to get. That's why I own a P-bass with a J pickup at the bridge ;-)

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Patrick! Yeah sometimes I forget to mention the weight/balance, especially if it's not noteworthy in its badness (this bass weighs 9 lbs on the dot and balances very well!) I'll keep trying to remember in future vids :). In regards to the strap stuff, I'll discuss that in next weekend's full review of the Bootlegger. I find there's so many variables when it comes to strap balance, not only with the strap quality/design but with the build of the player. It's a variable which I don't really like to address because of all those external variables outside of the bass itself.

[@patrick-verheij]

@@LowEndLobster Perfectly valid. Thanks for providing this broader perspective. I have never really considered player build :-)

[@fearnoevil65]

Nice review ! The tone of that run parallel is awesome to me !! Nice bass playing also, very enjoyable !! G&L are nice basses

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you! :)

[@naturaljoe7397]

I want it I want it I want it

[@LowEndLobster]

:)

[@marciosouza8656]

I loved this bass !! Really nice! Thank you Lobster for this great review.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Marcio! So glad you enjoyed this :)

[@oskiekso4767]

This bass is awesome.. thank you for the review and for the groove Sir.. this my dream bass from now on and onwards.. :) happy new year

[@tprior21]

I really didn't know about G&L until I started watching your channel. I really gotta check out some of their offerings in person. This thing sounds awesome. Leo's greatness can't be overstated.

[@thrash3310]

I always saw this bass on online stores, but i didnt even looked at it. But now i want to have one XD nice demo

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Thrash :)

[@crocholiday]

I like that one a lot. Not sure how I feel about the control plate. I'd opt for one without if it was an option. But dang it sounds good.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Croc! It is an option, someone messaged me a pic of theirs with a rear route, no plate, and the modern headstock. Pretty sweet!

[@jeffjones9448]

Hey Low, I don't know what I like better, your bass collection or your T shirt collection! Leo really did it right the first time and the second and third times too!

[@bones2532]

Man, it really needed no comment from you, just watching your face as you play this bass is enough to tell how much you like it. Great tones and a great review again! I really love this bass. Played a vintage L-1000 from the early 80s a few years ago at a second hand store. The sound blew me away, but unfortunately the overall condition wasn't that good. Wish I had the money to buy one of these reissues. Definitely has that unique midrange bite and definition, G&L is known for, plus that near perfect build quality you don't see too often these days anymore. Perfect workhorse with lots of character for any style of music, I think.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Bones! :) I do love this bass

[@telecasterbear]

Passive Bear likes passive bass.

[@LowEndLobster]

Yes XD

[@rafamautone86]

I have G&L tribute L2500 blueburst, an amazing beast with infinite versatility.

[@LowEndLobster]

Awesome! I will definitely be checking out more G&Ls and Tributes :)

[@rafamautone86]

@@LowEndLobster if you like modding as i can see from your channel , i will tell you my personal mod on my G&L . I'm rewiring in a different way with more options on coils and changing also my poliurethanic finish on neck :-)

[@philipmcadam5339]

Another gem, hidden in plain sight.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Philip :)

[@iamLexxKelsey]

That's awesome I love those electronics

[@LowEndLobster]

Me too! Even over 30 years later, this electronics setup is still relevant and innovative

[@barnesdrb]

Having a super hard time choosing between this and the Kiloton .. both brand new, both same color.. same neck. Only difference is the inlays. What do you think LowEndLobster?

[@mperk1896]

Thanks for looking at L1000

[@LowEndLobster]

Now the real challenge is looking away ;P

[@bizibetiko9778]

I like it! That thing sounds good in all pickup modes, but I love the single coil sound it gets.

[@ludovicmennel4166]

The Steve Ballmer clip at the end is a nice touch :D

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you :)

[@littleblackcloud86]

These things sound beautiful! Love G and L's

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you!

[@Xubuntu47]

LowendLobster store: reverb.com/shop/lowendlobster I only hope I can find a similar G&L Tribute, I don't have MIUSA $$. Viewers, Lowend Lobster, do you have any suggestions for a good flexible passive bass under $500? I want a bass in my practice space I can leave plugged in, ready to go.

[@halcyo]

Because of OMG mode's huge bass, this is one of the few basses I've ever actually turned the bass DOWN on lol. Some very interesting tones can be achieved by CUTTING bass in OMG mode. Still big sounding tones.

[@LowEndLobster]

Indeed! So much flexibility for a passive bass

[@andersonrowland]

Low-end, how many basses do you own? You're the Grand Master regarding bass collections lol.

[@LowEndLobster]

A lot, but my inventory is also a revolving door. Currently have 56 basses and two guitars in the inventory heheh, though I've sold probably twice that in 2020 going through stuff I've reviewed.

[@andersonrowland]

@@LowEndLobster Thanks for your time responding! I'm battling a bass gear addition and I wanted to feel better about how many I have lol. I figured your collection was much larger than mine, glad I asked!

[@LowEndLobster]

@@andersonrowland You're very welcome :)

[@DeeshBassChannel]

Great review of a great workhorse bass! 🤘😁 My US L1k has become one of my favorite basses. Love the simplicity and flexibility of the controls. Mine was from a small run that had rear access electronics ( no control plate,and a side-mount input jack). The other difference is it came from GL with one of their alnico humbuckers instead of an MFD pickup….i love it ,very warm with a sweet top end. The icing on this cake is the body is empress, and the bass weighs 6.5 ponds.

[@LowEndLobster]

WOW! Yours sounds awesome! Join our discord channel if you're not there already, I wanna see some PICS!

[@DeeshBassChannel]

@@LowEndLobster what is a discord channel? 🤷‍♂️ I play dis chord and dat chord……😏

[@DeeshBassChannel]

Oh okay,yeah i’m not on discord….but will send pics to ya on Talkbass.

[@LowEndLobster]

@@DeeshBassChannel Use this link to get the client, it's a free chat-room sorta software- discord.gg/tgZCVbaq The link will get you into the room

[@CC-hg9un]

Grab the Electro-Harmonix Hum Debugger if you want to get rid of that 60 cycle coil hum. Works great.

[@MotoGreciaMarios]

Great bass and review. Thanks.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thank you Marios!

[@Eugensson]

I hope you'll review the G&L Kiloton one day

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Dmitry! Definitely plan on snagging the Tribute at least :)

[@SNTOSN]

Awesome bass! Exactly what I would go for in a one pickup bass. Is there a tribute version?. I have currency issues and also importing issues in my country. So I hope I find one. If I can't, I'll modify my Sterling Ray34.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks! Sadly no tribute version, though it is possible to get close with the fallout as the L1K circuit can be reproduced. That's the only Tribute bass I can think of that has the one pickup in the 'correct' position for L1K stuff.

[@dorssberube]

🦞 great review!! I need one of these!

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks Dorss :)

[@henryjames2628]

Excellent review.

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks man! These basses rule, keep rocking yours!

[@jamessechman8560]

Have you tried a noise suppressor like a Boss NS-2 to fix the single coil hum?

[@LowEndLobster]

I have one of those EH pedals, I just haven't used it yet hahaha.

[@jamessechman8560]

Let me know how it works. I got to play one a while back in gold. I love the neck. I’m trying to convince my wife that a combined Christmas and 15 year wedding anniversary present is a good idea.

[@r3b0rn80]

What is the weight of this beauty ? I own a L2000 Tribute. I love it but my back hates it as this weighs a TON. Not sure they put the ´swamp’ version in that ash body... Thinking of sending the body to some luthier to make holes inside the body like you can see on some enlightened models from Michael Kelly guitars.

[@LowEndLobster]

Great question Arnaud! I just weighed it, it's 9 lbs on the dot.

[@jdoucetteguitar]

nice bass, for sure. you showed ALL the settings truly accurately. then played them to their strengths.

[@doctorluthier6350]

if someone wants to try the omg mod on a humbucker or a jazzbass in series you gotta take the 2 cables that normally go to ground for coilsplit, but connect them thru a capacitor to ground coilsplit cables=>.47uf cap=>ground (on guitar humbuckers it sounds kinda like a p90)

[@LowEndLobster]

Thanks for the tip Doc!

[@dumaflotchy13]

So what is the difference between the Kiloton & CLF 1000 ....???

[@RedGalaxyFishbone]

Hi Lobster, I got a question about the Ray34. I can get a Silverburst from 2010. But what is the difference between a recent Ray 34 and a older one. What would u suggest?

[@LowEndLobster]

Hey Nick! Got your message. Honestly, I don't really know the differences between the two other than the different color options and headstock logo. Hoping to snag some older examples at some point to explore (plus the Ray34CA!)