G l sb 2 bass 1984 book

The jb 2 was introduced to the tribute series at the same time. Im not sure whats standard on the tribute sb2, but since its a pj bass id be really surprised if its not a typical 1. If you are a serious musician, or seriously going to pay the practice dues to learn, buy an instrument that will give back what is put in. If you prefer a lessismore aesthetic but hunger for something meatier, the sb2 is just the ticket. Mechanically, this is a 10 out of 10 and cosmetically a 9 out of 10. Some might surmise the s designation implies student, but these are professionalgrade instruments with fewer frills. Discount prices on books by l g bass, including titles like 9 days with omari. In 85, this version of the sb2 was discontinued while evolving into the lynx bass. Just not a fan personally of the sizeshape of the fretboard and like my fender p bass better.

Im not sure whats standard on the tribute sb 2, but since its a pj bass id be really surprised if its not a typical 1. This model was introduced in late 1982 and was produced through 1984. The jb2 was introduced to the tribute series at the same time. The twopickup sb2 bass was also a part of this series. The neck plate b011457 indicates a final production date of 1983 and the original neck had a 1982 date inscribed on its heel.

I have an older sb 2 here that i modded to add a tone control vvt. His sb2 design is evidence of this, as it introduced a more comfortable, sleeker pstyle bass and quickly became a favorite with players the world over. Tonewise they can run the gamut from copping a vintage p bass tone to being really big and aggressive. In this case, if i straighten it out so the bass side is straight, theres a hump around frets 26. Leo fenders basses feature some of the most celebrated body designs in all of bassdom. In this case, if i straighten it out so the bass side is straight, theres a hump around frets 2 6. By 1985, however, the sb1 had taken the form it has today, with an mfd splitcoil humbucking. The scsb series lasted less than two years, but the sc3, sb 1, and sb 2 continued longer, undergoing numerous changes in cosmetics and electronics. I have an older sb2 here that i modded to add a tone control vvt. The sb2 starts with a familiar shape, though subtle modifications to its sculpting make it more sleek and balanced. Eric johnson plays a strat that was made for hendrix duration. The split humbucker does most of the talking, with the bridge single coil also an mfd adding flavor.

Knob selector switch vintage barrel style tribute series asat. In 85, this version of the sb 2 was discontinued while evolving into the lynx bass. Serial number ties it to march, 1986 production date. It was less than 2 years old and already looked ready for the scrap yard. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. This is a custom cms block displayed if category is empty. Woodwise, it features an alder body and hard rock maple neck which creates nice even tones.

His sb 2 design is evidence of this, as it introduced a more comfortable, sleeker pstyle bass and quickly became a favorite with players the world over. Just not a fan personally of the sizeshape of the fretboard and like my fender pbass better. This fine double cutaway instrument features a hard rock maple neck with vintage style open back tuning machines and a rosewood fingerboard mounted to a solid ash body with a rich metallic black. Leo fender designed this guitar and it sounds absolutely fantastic both live and in the studio. The bass shown here is an early example from the first month of sb2 production. The trick for vintage is to go neck pickup only, then roll the volume down past 50%. Sounds limiting, but it really does work very well. The sb 2 electric bass guitar is a highquality rhythmmaker with a nice, sleek design with a deep cutaway on the lower horn for grooving along the lower frets. Electric basses free delivery possible on eligible purchases. The 1984 examples shown here are in black, a finish option added later. The sb2 electric bass guitar is a highquality rhythmmaker with a nice, sleek design with a deep cutaway on the lower horn for grooving along the lower frets.

I wasnt really aware of these guitars, but the guy in the shop gave me the potted history of the company and how they were the true heir to the fender name, most of which is lost on me to be honest. New orders due to our holiday closure any new order placed after december 18, 2019 will not be processed or shipped until after january 8, 2020. How to get the james jamerson motown bass sound scotts bass lessons duration. As a budget model, the early sb2 had a smaller, noncontoured slab body and nofrills electronics. The tribute sb2 was offered briefly but was discontinued, however, it was reintroduced late 2006early 2007. Tonewise they can run the gamut from copping a vintage pbass tone to being really big and aggressive. Solid tone, dependability, and personal taste are the only things that matter. Find the current blue book value and worth of your new and used guitars, both acoustic, electric and amplifier. The lynx was essentially the same as the 1st gen sb2, with a contoured body and a rosewood board all the boards on the early sb series basses were maple. I recently had this bass professionally set up and the luthier told me he had to open up the. The owner of the bass had stripped the finish off with what seemed to be about 60 grit sand paper. At that time the sb1 had an mfd single coil pickup and no pickguard, which was a departure from the classic singlepickup passive bass.

Three bold neck with mico tilt adjustment and the truss rod works as it should with no issues. The tribute sb 2 was offered briefly but was discontinued, however, it was reintroduced late 2006early 2007. The bass shown here is an early example from the first month of sb 2 production. At the beginning of 1983, leo fender was just more than three years into his last guitarmanufacturing venture when he decided to diversify the companys bass lineup. Magnetic field design bass humbucker into the sleek shape of the sb2 body. For my money these are the best jj basses leo ever designed.