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Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
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Craig
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Joined: Tue Mar 03, 2009 10:52 am Posts: 10979 Location: Either Coto De Caza, CA or Paso Robles, CA
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Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
The new CLF Research L-2000In the late 1970s, Clarence Leo Fender was looking forward to launching his new G&L brand featuring his latest innovations including Magnetic Field Design pickups and the Saddle Lock bridge. Leo developed these technologies at his CLF Research company, and production of his new G&L instruments took place in the CLF Research factory on Fender Avenue in Fullerton, California, where G&L production continues today. The new CLF Research L-2000 is a fully modern “2k” that pays homage to its roots with classic details including the early CLF/G&L headstock and neck profile, beautifully reproduced CLF knobs and '81 control plate, and color-coded mini-toggle switch tips. Period-perfect thin urethane finishes are: • Candy Apple Red or Jet Black over Basswood • Natural Ash • faded 3-Tone Sunburst over Okoume About CLF ResearchCLF Research is the company Leo founded in 1966, where he continued to support CBS/Fender until 1970, later developed and manufactured Music Man instruments and ultimately his G&L instruments. Want to learn more? G&L's webpage for CLF Research L-2000
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Thu Feb 08, 2018 9:10 pm |
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FZTNT
Joined: Tue Jan 19, 2016 3:27 pm Posts: 973 Location: DC Area, Virginia
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
Beautiful bass guitars!! The CAR one almost makes me want to start playing bass.
Tom
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Fri Feb 09, 2018 12:24 pm |
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yowhatsshakin
Joined: Tue Feb 09, 2010 8:00 am Posts: 3333 Location: Seattle
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
Gorgeous instruments, (almost) as good as the originals! Assume still a 6-bolt attachment instead of the 3-bolt with adjustment. Oh well ... You can't have it all. I still love the look! Kudos! - Jos P.S. And what a backdrop for that picture!! Well chosen, folks!
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Sat Feb 10, 2018 5:57 pm |
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guitar_ed
Joined: Tue Feb 09, 2010 7:30 am Posts: 381 Location: Baja, Oregon
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
Hi,
Quick question: Maple fretboard only, or are rosewood/ebony/???? available?
edg
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Sat Feb 10, 2018 6:28 pm |
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Craig
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Joined: Tue Mar 03, 2009 10:52 am Posts: 10979 Location: Either Coto De Caza, CA or Paso Robles, CA
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
guitar_ed wrote: Hi,
Quick question: Maple fretboard only, or are rosewood/ebony/???? available?
edg According to the U.S. Dealer Price List dated January 25, 2018, it is Maple fretboard only: Quote: NEW! CLF Research L-2000™ L2000-CLF-JTB Jet Black thin urethane finish with maple fingerboard, basswood body L2000-CLF-CAR Candy Apple Red thin urethane finish with maple fingerboard, basswood body L2000-CLF-3TS Faded 3-tone Sunburst thin urethane finish with maple fingerboard, okoume body L2000-CLF-NAT Natural Gloss thin urethane finish with maple fingerboard, swamp ash body Pickups: Two “CLF Research” Magnetic Field Design humbuckers Controls: G&L Tri-Tone active/passive electronics, 3-way mini-toggle pickup selector, series/parallel mini-toggle, preamp control mini-toggle (off/on/on with high frequency EQ boost), volume, treble, bass Control Plate: Chrome Neck wood: Maple with vintage tint gloss finish Neck profile: 1 5/8” Heritage C (.790” at 1st fret .890” at 12th fret) Radius: 9.5” No Options Available
We have the complete Specifications and Options in the Knowledgebase, see: January 25, 2018-present G&L U.S. Specifications & Options. yowhatsshakin wrote: Gorgeous instruments, (almost) as good as the originals! Assume still a 6-bolt attachment instead of the 3-bolt with adjustment. Oh well ... You can't have it all. I still love the look! Kudos! - Jos P.S. And what a backdrop for that picture!! Well chosen, folks! Yes, it does have the 6-bolt neck attachment. Hope this helps.
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Sat Feb 10, 2018 6:37 pm |
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matbard
Joined: Sun Feb 19, 2017 3:23 am Posts: 4
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
Any hint about the price?
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Thu Feb 15, 2018 1:12 am |
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Craig
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Joined: Tue Mar 03, 2009 10:52 am Posts: 10979 Location: Either Coto De Caza, CA or Paso Robles, CA
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
matbard wrote: Any hint about the price? You will need to contact a G&L Dealer about pricing. Quote: Retail Prices: In keeping with G&L's own policy regarding publication of retail prices, please do NOT post actual sale prices of new G&L/BBE instruments and products on this site. Example 1: "I found a new ASAT for $699 - is this a good price?" Example 2: "How much did the '99 GbL_LE actually sell for?" Such posts will be deleted or modified by the Admin. Posting prices on used instruments, is fine, just make it clear that you are listing the price for a used instrument. If your post is not clear then the Admin will edit out the price. [Reference post: GbL History & G&LDP/G&L Knowledgebase/Marketplace Guidelines ]
_________________ --Craig [co-webmaster of guitarsbyleo.com, since Oct. 16, 2000] Welcome! Read This First Got a G&L question? Check out the: G&L Knowledgebase Current G&L Specifications and Options
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Sat Feb 17, 2018 9:36 am |
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matbard
Joined: Sun Feb 19, 2017 3:23 am Posts: 4
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
On the website they list the fingerboard being either maple or rosewood:
"NECK WOOD: Hard Rock Maple with Rosewood or Maple fingerboard"
But on the Instagram profile G&L states that is maple only.
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Sun Feb 18, 2018 12:26 pm |
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Craig
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Joined: Tue Mar 03, 2009 10:52 am Posts: 10979 Location: Either Coto De Caza, CA or Paso Robles, CA
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
matbard wrote: On the website they list the fingerboard being either maple or rosewood:
"NECK WOOD: Hard Rock Maple with Rosewood or Maple fingerboard"
But on the Instagram profile G&L states that is maple only. Yes, Maple fretboard only. G&L is still updating their new website and not all corrections have been done yet. I have been providing feedback about changes that are needed. For the correct specification and options, see: Current G&L Specifications and Options. Hope this helps.
_________________ --Craig [co-webmaster of guitarsbyleo.com, since Oct. 16, 2000] Welcome! Read This First Got a G&L question? Check out the: G&L Knowledgebase Current G&L Specifications and Options
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Sun Feb 18, 2018 12:50 pm |
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Craig
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Joined: Tue Mar 03, 2009 10:52 am Posts: 10979 Location: Either Coto De Caza, CA or Paso Robles, CA
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
Craig wrote: matbard wrote: On the website they list the fingerboard being either maple or rosewood:
"NECK WOOD: Hard Rock Maple with Rosewood or Maple fingerboard"
But on the Instagram profile G&L states that is maple only. Yes, Maple fretboard only. G&L is still updating their new website and not all corrections have been done yet. I have been providing feedback about changes that are needed. For the correct specification and options, see: Current G&L Specifications and Options. Hope this helps. G&L has now corrected their website spec page for the CLF Research L-2000.
_________________ --Craig [co-webmaster of guitarsbyleo.com, since Oct. 16, 2000] Welcome! Read This First Got a G&L question? Check out the: G&L Knowledgebase Current G&L Specifications and Options
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Relsom
Joined: Sat Apr 18, 2020 5:50 am Posts: 1
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
I have a 2019 in Black/Maple. The build sheet indicates that the body wood is Alder even though all of the specs I find on line state that the solid colors are Basswood. I don't think there's much difference other than a little weight. Mine is right at 9lbs. Anyone else have Alder on their build sheet?
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Craig
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Joined: Tue Mar 03, 2009 10:52 am Posts: 10979 Location: Either Coto De Caza, CA or Paso Robles, CA
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Re: Introducing the new CLF Research L-2000
Relsom wrote: I have a 2019 in Black/Maple. The build sheet indicates that the body wood is Alder even though all of the specs I find on line state that the solid colors are Basswood. I don't think there's much difference other than a little weight. Mine is right at 9lbs. Anyone else have Alder on their build sheet? Body wood should be listed as Basswood. I recommend you contact the selling dealer and ask them to get you a corrected Specification sheet. I will ask a contact at the factory to check to see if the Spec sheet template needs to be updated.
_________________ --Craig [co-webmaster of guitarsbyleo.com, since Oct. 16, 2000] Welcome! Read This First Got a G&L question? Check out the: G&L Knowledgebase Current G&L Specifications and Options
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