G&L Legacy vs. G&L S-500

[@KevinORourke25]

I am surprised that he didn't mention the fact that the poles on the S-500 can be individually raised or lowered. This system allows you to really dial in the balance and tone you prefer. It provides so many options.

[@Mr.Goldbar]

I prefer the tone of the Legacy but I want the push pull of the S500. I might just get the Legacy and try to wire the push pull myself. The Legacy also has a better selection of finishes

[@keithmcneil1180]

I have both the s500 and the legacy. I was told the Legacy body was American ash. Quite heavy. The s500 is much lighter and its very apparent that its swamp ash. I like both and couldn't imagine being without either of them. When I go play live I make a choice based on the moment and whichever one I bring I just adapt to the differences and play accordingly. I also have a Comanche that is a mohogany body. The biggest dilemma I have is which one to bring. I wouldn't change anything on them

[@jongoodman4622]

extremely informative, I am trying to decide between the two, and your video was very helpful. Thanks much

[@kevinstuart5694]

I'm in this pickle right now, legacy or s500 for my first G&L so thanks for the video. I have to say my absolute favorite thing I saw today was a Laney LX series amp. I been also wanting one of those or the lg for a long while so it was great to hear one as they are not in my area. Loved it! Thanks again.

[@NewarkMusical]

Thanks for watching and for your kind comment. The G&L guitars and Laney amps are available on our website newarkmusical.com if you'd like to check them out further.

[@kevinstuart5694]

@@NewarkMusical I went with a sonic blue s500 tribute arriving December 6th!

[@sansgaming69]

@@kevinstuart5694 how is it

[@kevinstuart5694]

@@sansgaming69 Very heavy with that Mahogany body and it looks slightly bigger than a typical S style. Ultimately I traded it away. I dont mind heavy guitars but not with an S style. In it's defense it was flawless in every other way the bridge especially but I found myself using it less over time as it wasn't a fun pick up and play guitar for me. If I am in the market again for this type of guitar Legacy it is.

[@stringspicksandfiddlestick6388]

I had a Legacy. It had a swiming pool route. I now have a Legacy Deluxe Hardtail. No pick guard at all.

[@rickflippin1]

My 2007 legacy is my main axe Out of 16 vintage new when I bought them les Paul Strat plus, custom thin line, B&g little sister, etc. legacy and my Carr Telstar is magic that can’t be beat for my style southern Texas funky blues

[@ericdavid9193]

My next purchase a G&L S500 I love it's guitar it has very different sound which makes all the difference

[@brettpope5962]

Were those USA models or Tribute series? Thanks

[@NewarkMusical]

Thanks for watching! Those are Tribute models.

[@xunliu8696]

well, s-500 sounds like a good deal. I don't dig the glassy tone of strat any way, just want its clarity and versatility. Now I have a wilder tone option, maybe I'll just go for s-500.

[@mikec6733]

The Sire S7 shares market niche with these two. How does it compare??? Also there's Vintage v6 and Michael Kelly 1965 and Sterling Cutlass CT50 and Godin Session They all look groovy to little old me

[@sixstring1950]

I had the S7 but I didn't care for it. Sold it and bought the S3 and I love it. It cost half as much and plays better and sounds better to my ears and hands.

[@sixstring1950]

About the S& I could not get it intimated and it always and an annoying noise that came off the fret board. I don't trust Roasted Maple necks after that experience. I am guitar Tech for over 50 years and I am 74 so I have been at this for a while. The S3 on the other hand sets up great no extra noise coming from the neck and it feels great to me with a slightly thinner feeling neck. Rosewood fret board... Try both and decide. As for the Legacy and s500 I like the legacy tone. More true to the old days. I have yet to play either but I would lean toward the Legacy. The tribute models I would stay away from and go sire first before that. Hope some of this helps.

[@alexgochman6654]

i any diff of wigth on legacy between baswood and hash?

[@johnharpdalton7766]

NOBODY demonstrating G&L uses the VIBRATO, and is that because it wrecks the tuning? Or is it any good?

[@MrTobiKay]

I have both a Legacy and a S-500 and find the vibrato much better than Fender vibrato in terms of staying in tune

[@octaviotorresin1198]

the legacy are maked with mahogany. maybe that one you are testing maybe is made with basswood

[@ewetoo]

If it's a clear finish it'll be swamp ash, most other finishes its basswood or nato (NOT mahogany). I have a Tribute Fallout they say is mahogany but it's probably just nato. The specs do change from time to time so it's wise to keep an eye on glguitars.com. It should also be noted that Tribute Legacy fretboards are 12" not 9" . If you want a 9" either get a custom Legacy or look at the Tribute ASATs they have 9" radius boards.

[@CarlosCampos-ce3gp]

suenan horribles...no se fijan en eso al hacer el video? o es la manera de tocar, o es el seteo del ampli pero ni parecida a una fender de verdad

[@lucasargente7178]

mirá rey yo probé la G & L s 500 tribute y se come en un pancho a la fender mexico. Pero por lejos.

[@miguelmb396]

Pero que les pasa ...de verdad la hace sonar muy mal....desafinadas.....uffff....y son descuidados se creen rockeros.....pero les costará tanto hacer una linda melodía en limpio....😭😭..así nunca las compraría......Disculpa mi opinión pero ...muy mala presentación....es la verdad🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️