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G&L Custom Shop sign
The sign is up. We're fortunate to have secured space in the main G&L building on Fender Avenue so we have the historic 2548 address.
Date: 01/24/18
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Body for Jake C
Started this build for our friend Jake Cinninger of Umphrey's McGee . It'll be a mid-weight monster with hand wound Alnico pickups.
Date: 01/24/18
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Sanding Jake's body
The body for Jake's build is coming along nicely.
Date: 01/24/18
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Jake's body in paint shop
Good color for Jake.
Date: 01/24/18
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Handwound Alnico picks for Jake's build
Hand wound Alnico pickups for Jake's build. Don't worry, he's still an MFD guy, but he wanted some Alnico flavor too and these will be perfect.
Date: 01/24/18
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QS neck blank for Jakes CS Legacy
Tight quartersawn maple for Jake Cinninger's Custom Shop Legacy.
Date: 01/24/18
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CS1712001 Serial Number
Here's Custom Shop serial #1 getting ready to cut clear coat and polish.
Date: 01/24/18
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Wire in pickguard to Jake's CS Legacy
Getting ready to wire in the pickguard to Jake's Custom Shop Legacy.
Date: 01/24/18
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NAMM Custom Shop ASAT Special in Fullerton Red
Now that she's back from the NAMM show, this ASAT Special is ready to go to one of our new G&L Custom Shop dealers.
Date: 02/02/18
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ASAT Special in Fullerton Red
Here's another angle of this gorgeous ASAT Special in Fullerton Red going out to G&L Custom Shop dealer Water Wheel Guitars in Milford PA.
Date: 02/05/18
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Ready for final sanding of this Legacy Custom Shop neck for Jake Cinninger
Ready for final sanding of this Legacy Custom Shop neck for Jake Cinninger.
Date: 02/08/18
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Check out the subtle hint of flame (AKA ghost flame) on the neck of this ASAT Classic
Check out the subtle hint of flame (AKA ghost flame) on the neck of this ASAT Classic guitar going out to our G&L Custom Shop dealer Tone Shop Guitars in Addison TX.
Date: 02/17/18
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Custom Shop Legacy in 3-Tone Sunburst
Tradition at its finest: a Custom Shop Legacy in 3-Tone Sunburst getting its final check before being delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer Water Wheel Guitars in Milford, Pennsylvania.
Date: 02/17/18
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Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck being laser engraved and serialized
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck being laser engraved and serialized before final sanding and clear coat. A mahogany Custom Shop logo will be inlaid.
Date: 02/17/18
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Mahogany inlay work is done
Now that the Mahogany inlay work is done on Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck, the final sanding will take place. Stay tuned for the finishing process coming up next. We will be using thin coats of light tint gloss urethane to make the neck smooth and fast.
Date: 02/17/18
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delicate sculpting and roundover of a pickguard bevel
It's in the details: delicate sculpting and roundover of a pickguard bevel adds a wonderfully worn in feel.
Date: 02/17/18
Views: 712
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Fender Custom Shop Pro Junior amp
My trusty Fender Custom Shop Pro Junior amp. It's not as old as it looks, but it sure has the tone. Always at my bench.
Date: 02/17/18
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Nice curves
Nice curves: the contours of the Doheny are what makes this instrument so comfortable to play. The unique feel of the body takes shape early in the sanding process.
Date: 02/17/18
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This Doheny was the most played guitar on display in our booth at the NAMM show-body
This Doheny was the most played guitar on display in our booth at the NAMM show. Both body and neck share a thin urethane finish and light aging for that broken in feel. The hardware has a light aging patina that looks and feels just right. Last but not l
Date: 02/17/18
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This Doheny was the most played guitar on display in our booth at the NAMM show-headstock
This Doheny was the most played guitar on display in our booth at the NAMM show. Both body and neck share a thin urethane finish and light aging for that broken in feel. The hardware has a light aging patina that looks and feels just right. Last but not l
Date: 02/17/18
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One of our best: the mighty Jumbo G&L MFD pickup
One of our best: the mighty Jumbo G&L MFD pickup, shown here in the neck position of an ASAT Special. The sound of this single coil warrior has become a personal favorite of many here at the shop.
Date: 02/18/18
Views: 539
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Hardware with just the right level of wear
Hardware with just the right level of wear is ready for assembly onto G&L Custom Shop instruments.
Date: 02/19/18
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Tools of the trade
Tools of the trade: nut slot files just the right size to make that guitar feel and play like buttah.
Date: 02/20/18
Views: 479
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The New G&L Custom Shop
The New G&L Custom Shop
G&L’s historic factory in Fullerton, California, is legendary for the variety of options available on its instruments. Now, G&L has enhanced and extended its vision through the creation of the new G&L Custom Shop
Date: 02/20/18
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Doheny neck
Ready to hand shape and sand this Doheny neck. The transition from playing area of the neck to headstock must be smooth and consistent almost to the point where it becomes unnoticeable to the player. Once finished, this instrument will be delivered to G
Date: 02/21/18
Views: 471
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Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck is ready for cutting and polishing of clear finish. The urethane gloss used on the neck is thin and will give a feel and look that is smooth and elegant. Stay tuned as we approach the final stages of this special build.
Date: 02/22/18
Views: 473
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curvy contour of this Custom Shop ASAT Classic
Using a single light source helps in highlighting any surface irregularities while sanding. This light source also shows off the curvy contour of this Custom Shop ASAT Classic slated for UpFront Guitars in Bellingham, Massachusetts. Stay tuned as we take
Date: 02/23/18
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Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck just before final buffing
Close up of Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck just before final buffing. The lightly tinted urethane used on the neck makes for a classic look and feel that, for guitarist everywhere, is something they never forget.
Date: 02/25/18
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Custom Shop necks waiting their turn on our CNC machine
Custom Shop necks waiting their turn on our CNC machine.
Date: 02/25/18
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Doheny neck is ready for radius sanding
This Doheny neck is ready for radius sanding before fretting. Once this instrument is done, it will be delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer Studio Gears in Temecula, California. Stay tune for more.
Date: 02/26/18
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Before
Here's a before and after comparison of Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck after hydrating the fingerboard.
Date: 02/27/18
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After
Here's a before and after comparison of Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck after hydrating the fingerboard.
Date: 02/27/18
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Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck and body
Letting Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck and body get properly acquainted. Tomorrow I'll string her up for final set up.
Date: 03/04/18
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Jake's Custom Shop Legacy finished full
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy is finally done and ready for delivery.
Date: 03/04/18
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Jake's Custom Shop Legacy finished on workbench
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy is finally done and ready for delivery.
Date: 03/04/18
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polished pickguard bevel of this Legacy guitar
Detail work and fit are just a couple of the many features that make these G&L Custom Shop guitars special and unique. Here, the polished pickguard bevel of this Legacy guitar can be easily seen. Stay tuned as we take you thru future builds here in ou
Date: 03/04/18
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hand selected Indian Rosewood
In the Custom Shop Wood Gallery: hand selected Indian Rosewood. These fine pieces will be used for fingerboards.
Date: 03/04/18
Views: 519
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Custom Shop Wood Gallery-2-piece Ash
Here's another peek into the Custom Shop Wood Gallery. This time we have 2-piece Ash spreads, my personal favorite, ready to become someone's dream guitars.
Date: 03/04/18
Views: 518
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Custom Shop Doheny in Old School Tobacco
This Custom Shop Doheny in Old School Tobacco will be ready for buffing after the clear coat fully cures. Once finished, this beauty will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 03/05/18
Views: 509
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Custom Shop ASAT Special in Butterscotch Blonde
This Custom Shop ASAT Special in Butterscotch Blonde is awaiting neck fitting. This six-string beauty has a light aging treatment that is subtle and refined. Once finished, this guitar will be delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer ???? / yamano music in
Date: 03/06/18
Views: 489
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Custom Shop ASAT Special neck
A Custom Shop ASAT Special neck drying in our paint shop. The side view of the quartersawn grain has a dashed-line effect on the headstock face. Once the light aging treatment is complete, this guitar will be assembled and delivered to G&L Custom Shop
Date: 03/07/18
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Custom Shop ASAT Special pickups
This finished set of Custom Shop ASAT Special pickups are wound, assembled and calibrated as a sonically-matched pair in the G&L Custom Shop.
Date: 03/09/18
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Custom Shop L-2000 body in Dragonskin Blue
We're developing a new finish for Custom Shop and so far the working name for it is Dragonskin Blue. The sales department got one look at this and next thing we know this Custom Shop L-2000 is already sold to Killerburst Guitars in Bethany, Connecticut. T
Date: 03/09/18
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Custom Shop Doheny in Shell Pink
This Custom Shop Doheny is a classic combination of contrasting colors. The Tortoise-shell pickguard against the Shell Pink helps make the Caribbean Rosewood fingerboard pop. Once finished, this beauty will be delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer ????
Date: 03/10/18
Views: 526
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Custom Shop Doheny in Shell Pink Neck
This Custom Shop Doheny is a classic combination of contrasting colors. The Tortoise-shell pickguard against the Shell Pink helps make the Caribbean Rosewood fingerboard pop. Once finished, this beauty will be delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer ????
Date: 03/10/18
Views: 534
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Custom Shop ASAT Special
This Custom Shop ASAT Special looks awesome from this angle and plays even better. Now, it is being delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer ???? / yamano music in Tokyo, Japan. Sayonara!
Date: 03/11/18
Views: 486
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Custom Shop L-2000 neck has one of the most unique Caribbean Rosewood fingerboards
This Custom Shop L-2000 neck has one of the most unique Caribbean Rosewood fingerboards I've seen in a while. After the fingerboard is properly oiled, this beauty will definitely pop. Once it's bolted to the Dragonskin Blue body and completed, it will be
Date: 03/12/18
Views: 650
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Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue body and neck
Here's a closer look at this Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue along with the neck we will be using to complete this unique bass. Killerburst Guitars, in Bethany Connecticut, will be taking delivery of it soon. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 03/13/18
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Custom Shop Doheny in Shell Pink
I just couldn't help myself in wanting to share this image with everyone. This Custom Shop Doheny is too beautiful to keep to myself. It's well on its way for delivery to G&L Custom Shop dealer ???? / yamano music in Tokyo, Japan.
Date: 03/14/18
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front of headstock
This Custom Shop Doheny neck will feel super after it's been polished. Once complete, this Doheny will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 03/15/18
Views: 497
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CS1802002 back of headstock
This Custom Shop Doheny neck will feel super after it's been polished. Once complete, this Doheny will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 03/15/18
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Pickups and controls installed
Getting ready to put the finishing touches on this awesome G&L Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue. Next, come neck fitting and final setup. Killerburst Guitars in Bethany, Connecticut will take delivery of this beast. stay tuned for more.
Date: 03/16/18
Views: 532
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Closeup detail of Birdseye Maple fingerboard on a G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic neck
Closeup detail of Birdseye Maple fingerboard on a G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic neck. Once this neck is finished with our vintage tint gloss material, it will be fitted to its respective body. Stay tuned for more. Scheduled for delivery to G&L Cust
Date: 03/17/18
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Necks at different stages
Necks at different stages of sanding in the G&L Custom Shop. Shown here are a couple of soft V necks being readied for sanding. Some of these necks are Flame Maple and/or show a faint ghost flame pattern.
Date: 03/18/18
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Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue almost done
Just about done with this awesome Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue headed for delivery to G&L Custom Shop dealer Killerburst Guitars in Bethany, Connecticut.
Date: 03/19/18
Views: 476
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CS OSTSB Doheny body
G&L Custom Shop Doheny ready for final assembly. This Old School Tobacco beauty will be delivered to G&L Custom Shop dealer Studio Gears in Temecula, California. Stay tuned as we near completion of this build.
Date: 03/20/18
Views: 506
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Studio Gears CS Doheny1
Getting ready to assemble this G&L Custom Shop Doheny. Once finished, Studio Gears in Temecula, California will take delivery of this beauty in Old School Tobacco.
Date: 03/21/18
Views: 660
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Studio Gears CS Doheny2
Getting ready to assemble this G&L Custom Shop Doheny. Once finished, Studio Gears in Temecula, California will take delivery of this beauty in Old School Tobacco.
Date: 03/21/18
Views: 636
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pickguard on this G&L Custom Shop Doheny1
First dry fitting of pickguard on this G&L Custom Shop Doheny that, once finished, will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 03/22/18
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pickguard on this G&L Custom Shop Doheny2
First dry fitting of pickguard on this G&L Custom Shop Doheny that, once finished, will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 03/22/18
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Light tint gloss urethane necks
Love the light tint gloss urethane we do in the G&L Custom Shop. This Doheny neck will be fitted to the Old Tobacco body that is currently on my bench. Soon, this beauty will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 03/23/18
Views: 494
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CLF1711075 full
Reposting from the main G&L page. This is a finish we’re working on for Custom Shop and the prototype body got built out in the factory and displayed at NAMM. So, while not a full CS build, we think you guys will dig it. What do you think of this fi
Date: 03/23/18
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CS Doheny in Old School Tobacco
Final set up of this Doheny in Old School Tobacco headed for delivery to G&L Custom Shop dealer Studio Gears in Temecula, California. The guitar setup quite nicely and came in weighing 7.45 Lbs.
Date: 03/24/18
Views: 585
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Guitars in Alleys #1
Initial submission of my new series titled "Guitars In Alleys." What do you think?
Date: 03/25/18
Views: 650
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CS ASAT Classic in Blonde over Ash
Up next onto my bench is this ASAT Classic in Blonde over Ash. Slated for delivery to our G&L Custom Shop dealer in Dickson City, Pennsylvania, Northeast Music Center Inc. Stay tuned for more as we go thru this Custom build.
Date: 03/26/18
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G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic in Blonde over Ash.jpg
Initial mockup of this G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic in Blonde over Ash. I will begin working on pickguard while waiting for the neck to come out of the paint department. This piece is slated for delivery to Northeast Music Center Inc. in Dickson Cit
Date: 03/27/18
Views: 500
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matched set of pickups for the ASAT Classic I'm currently building in the G&L Custom Shop
Here are the matched set of pickups for the ASAT Classic I'm currently building in the G&L Custom Shop. Once the guitar is finished, our Custom Shop dealer in Dickson City Pennsylvania, Northeast Music Center Inc. Will take delivery. More to come.
Date: 03/29/18
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G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery
Here's a quick peek into the G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery- it's a nice cozy place filled with woody wonder.
Date: 03/30/18
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G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery-2
Peeking into the G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery once again, we see some hand-select Indian Rosewood fretboard blanks. Will I be using one of these beauties for your next guitar? Better get them while you still can...
Date: 03/31/18
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G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery-3
Again in our G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery. This time we have some necks waiting for special clear-coating. We have to protect them from the elements as they are raw wood at this stage. Because of this, the Wood Gallery is the perfect place.
Date: 04/02/18
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G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery-4
Again in our G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery. This time we have some necks waiting for special clear-coating. We have to protect them from the elements as they are raw wood at this stage. Because of this, the Wood Gallery is the perfect place.
Date: 04/02/18
Views: 484
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CS Legacy HSS RMC (Rear Mounted Controls) in Jet Black Frost. jpg
Full-on metal machine. Currently on my bench is this G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC (Rear Mounted Controls) in Jet Black Frost. Once finished, this tone machine will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, California.
Date: 04/02/18
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CS Legacy HSS RMC
Here is the Legacy HSS RMC, ready for neck fitting. Once this G&L Custom Shop is fully assembled, I will spend some time doing the setup to make sure it plays as good as it looks. This awesome piece will be delivered to Studio Gears in Temecula, Calif
Date: 04/03/18
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G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC in Jet Black Frost
Here is the stealth machine all ready for final setup. The setup is where we make the biggest difference on how these instruments play and feel. Make sure you stop by Studio Gears in Temecula, California to check out this G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RM
Date: 04/04/18
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G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC2
A bit dark on this image but I like the way the Jet Black Frost looks from this angle. This G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC is ready for take-off and ultimate delivery to Studio Gears in Temecula, California. Stop on by and take her for a spin if you
Date: 04/05/18
Views: 472
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second installment-Legacy HSS RMC
Here is the second installment of my "Guitars in Alleys" series. This time we have a G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC in Jet Black Frost slated for delivery to Studio Gears in Temecula, California. What do you think?
Date: 04/06/18
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Raw Quilted Maple
Gluing up a Quilted Maple top for one of several G&L Custom Shop instruments in the cue. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/07/18
Views: 509
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First 3 G&L Custom Shop guitars at 2018 NAMM
Having a quick look back at this year's Winter NAMM show display, where the G&L Custom Shop was launched. These three beauties make up the initial product offering from the CS.
Date: 04/08/18
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ASAT Classic pickgurad ready for edge buffing
Ready for buffing. This ASAT Classic pickgurad is being prepared for edge buffing. Once finished, this white pearl beauty will be installed on a G&L Custom Shop piece that is scheduled for delivery to Northeast Music Center Inc. in Dickson City, Pen
Date: 04/09/18
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G&L Custom Shop L-2000 neck
Here's something for all you bass players. This G&L Custom Shop L-2000 will be one of several basses coming down the line in the next several weeks, so stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/10/18
Views: 625
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G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic
Final fitting of this G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic slated for delivery to Northeast Music Center Inc. in Dickson City, Pennsylvania. Stay tuned for more of this classic instrument.
Date: 04/11/18
Views: 506
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quartersawn grain on this neck
The nice quartersawn grain on this neck I'm currently working on looks amazing. This neck belongs to the G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic I currently have on my bench. The finished guitar will be delivered to our Custom Shop dealer in Dickson City, Pennsy
Date: 04/14/18
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G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic with a beautiful Birdseye Maple fingerboard
Ready to finish up this G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic with a beautiful Birdseye Maple fingerboard. Custom Shop dealer Northeast Music Center Inc. in Dickson City Pennsylvania will soon take delivery of this instrument.
Date: 04/14/18
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ASAT Deluxe has a Spalted Alder top over Okoume
Here's a quick glance at what's coming down the line here at the G&L Custom Shop. This ASAT Deluxe has a Spalted Alder top over Okoume. One of two "sibling" instruments. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/14/18
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Legacy has a figured Spalted Alder top over Ash
Here's the second of two special pieces in the works in the G&L Custom Shop. This Legacy has a figured Spalted Alder top over Ash. Stay tuned for more on these two special pieces.
Date: 04/15/18
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I've got some neck sanding to do this morning..
I've got some neck sanding to do this morning...
Date: 04/16/18
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More G&L Custom Shop goodies currently in paint
More G&L Custom Shop goodies currently in paint.
Date: 04/17/18
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G&L Custom Shop Spalted Maple pair
The G&L Custom Shop Spalted Maple pair are looking sweet. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/18/18
Views: 471
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The G&L Custom Shop Spalted Maple siblings ready for color
The G&L Custom Shop Spalted Maple siblings ready for color.
Date: 04/19/18
Views: 561
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Custom Shop Doheny SH special build
This Doheny is undercoated and getting ready for color. This special piece will have a humbucker in the bridge position. This is one of many examples to come that showcase what the G&L Custom Shop is able to do for our customers. Once finished, this
Date: 04/20/18
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good selection of 3A Flame Maple neck blanks
Weekend peek into the G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery. We just received a good selection of 3A Flame Maple neck blanks. These should go fast.
Date: 04/21/18
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roasted 3A Flame Maple neck blanks
Looking further into the G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery, we have a couple of nicely roasted 3A Flame Maple neck blanks. I believe these are already spoken for, but we can always get more.
Date: 04/22/18
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G&L Custom Shop Legacy
Here's a G&L Custom Shop Legacy already undercoated in preparation for a Tobacco Sunburst color scheme. Once finished this piece will be delivered to our Custom Shop dealer in Bethany Connecticut, Killerburst Guitars. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/23/18
Views: 494
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G&L Custom Shop ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position
Here's a G&L Custom Shop ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position. The body is Ash with a really nice Spalted Maple drop top. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/25/18
Views: 482
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Ghost Flame on a neck
Here's a really nice example of Ghost Flame on a neck I'll be using for a G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic.
Date: 04/28/18
Views: 535
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roasted Flame Maple neck
Getting ready to sand a nicely roasted Flame Maple neck- not too dark, not too light. Just right.
Date: 04/27/18
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G&L Custom Shop Legacy in Fullerton Red
Coming down the line is this G&L Custom Shop Legacy in Fullerton Red. Once finished, this will be delivered to one of our local Los Angeles artists. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 04/28/18
Views: 470
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G&L Custom Shop necks curing
Here's a nice batch of G&L Custom Shop necks curing in preparation for buffing and polishing
Date: 04/29/18
Views: 486
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G&L Custom Shop LB-100 neck
OK, some of you have been asking for more bass postings. Here is one for you all. This G&L Custom Shop LB-100 will soon be on my bench. Stay tuned for more on this bass as well as other basses I currently have on order.
Date: 04/30/18
Views: 535
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More G&L Custom Shop guitar necks in paint
More G&L Custom Shop guitar necks in paint... stay tuned for more.
Date: 05/01/18
Views: 503
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Olympic White (aka Vintage White) Custom Shop AC body
Olympic White, one of my top 3 favorite colors.
Date: 05/03/18
Views: 603
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nice batch of G&L Custom Shop necks awaiting some clearcoat material
Happy Sunday! Here's a nice batch of G&L Custom Shop necks awaiting some clearcoat material before heading off to buff and polish. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 05/06/18
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G&L Custom Shop Doheny Semi-Hollow in Clear Orange with natural wood binding
Here's a G&L Custom Shop Doheny Semi-Hollow in Clear Orange with natural wood binding. Once finished, this beauty will be delivered to our Custom Shop dealer UpFront Guitars in Bellingham Massachusetts.
Date: 05/07/18
Views: 500
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Quartersawn Maple, love the lines. G&L Custom Shop
Quartersawn Maple, love the lines. G&L Custom Shop
Date: 05/09/18
Views: 443
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Spalted Maple drop top for Custom Shop
Nice Spalted Maple drop top I just glued up this morning at G&L Custom Shop. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 05/09/18
Views: 478
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Spalted Maple drop top ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow
Spalted Maple drop top ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow ready for sanding. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 05/10/18
Views: 469
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Spalted Alder siblings from Custom Shop
Here are the Spalted Alder siblings in this "yet to be named" color scheme. Stay tuned for more.
Date: 05/11/18
Views: 462
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Spalted Alder drop top ASAT Deluxe closeup
Here's a closer look at this Spalted Alder drop top ASAT Deluxe currently in our paint department. The name of this color scheme is yet to be determined. Stay tuned.
Date: 05/12/18
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Leo Fender's winding machine from the '60s
Doing some handwound pickups today on Leo Fender's winding machine from the '60s. G&L Custom Shop.
Date: 05/14/18
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calibrated for a similar output to single-coil pickups available in the '50s
Here's a set of Handwound Legacy pickups I just finished. They are calibrated for a similar output to single-coil pickups available in the '50s.
Date: 05/15/18
Views: 495
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Legacy pickguard is wired
This Legacy pickguard is wired and ready to be installed onto my next build being delivered to Guitar Dock in Lenexa, Kansas.
Date: 05/16/18
Views: 434
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CS Legacy in Blonde over Swamp Ash
Here she is, all done and ready to go. This beautiful Legacy in Blonde over Swamp Ash has a dark tinted satin neck finish that is smooth and fast. Guitar Dock in Lenexa, Kansas will be taking delivery of this classy instrument. Make sure you stop by their
Date: 05/17/18
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Nice pickguard edge detail on this Legacy
Nice pickguard edge detail on this Legacy being delivered to Guitar Dock in Lenexa, Kansas.
Date: 05/18/18
Views: 440
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Legacy finished in Blonde over Swamp Ash
Next up in my "Guitars in Alleys" series is this beautiful Legacy finished in Blonde over Swamp Ash. She has gorgeous lines, is nice and light and sounds incredible. Guitar Dock in Lenexa, Kansas will be taking delivery of it soon, so make sure
Date: 05/20/18
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Legacy finished in Blonde over Swamp Ash
Next up in my "Guitars in Alleys" series is this beautiful Legacy finished in Blonde over Swamp Ash. She has gorgeous lines, is nice and light and sounds incredible. Guitar Dock in Lenexa, Kansas will be taking delivery of it soon, so make sure
Date: 05/20/18
Views: 436
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Quilted Maple top
This killer Quilted Maple top will be used for an Invader coming down the line.
Date: 05/20/18
Views: 507
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Spalted Maple top over Ash on this ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck
Spalted Maple top over Ash on this ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position. The finish will be Honeyburst.
Date: 05/21/18
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Spalted Maple top over Okoume
This nice Spalted Maple top over Okoume is ready for a visit to our CNC machine.
Date: 05/28/18
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Spalted Maple over Okoume spread after the CNC
Here is the Spalted Maple over Okoume spread after the CNC. As you can see, this will be an ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow and will be finished in Vintage Natural. Headed for delivery to G&L Custom Shop dealer Rayhill Audio in Nichols, New York.
Date: 05/28/18
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Legacy in Tobacco Sunburst for Killerburst Guitars
Next up on my bench is this Legacy in Tobacco Sunburst slated for delivery to Killerburst Guitars in Bethany, Connecticut.
Date: 05/28/18
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Buckeye Burl top over Ash
This Buckeye Burl top over Ash will be made into one of our Legacy models.
Date: 05/28/18
Views: 474
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Buckeye Burl Legacy
Here is the Buckeye Burl Legacy ready for sanding. This piece is slated for delivery to Tone Shop Guitars in Addison, Texas.
Date: 05/28/18
Views: 551
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neck of an LB-100
Here's some love to all you bass players. This is the neck of an LB-100 that will be finished in vintage tint satin with a painted head done in Jet Black nitro.
Date: 05/28/18
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Honeyburst Spalted Maple top on this ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position
Laying down some clear over the Honeyburst Spalted Maple top on this ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position. Once finished, this beauty will be delivered to UpFront Guitars in Bellingham, Massachusetts.
Date: 05/28/18
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CS ASAT Deluxe with neck P-90 on drying rack
This ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position is now ready for our drying rack. The Spalted Maple top over Ash body is finished in Honeyburst. Slated for delivery to UpFront Guitars in Bellingham, Massachusetts.
Date: 05/29/18
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Front and back detail of this ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow with a Spalted Maple top over Okoume-front
Front and back detail of this ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow with a Spalted Maple top over Okoume. When done, this beauty will be delivered to Rayhill Audio in Nichols, New York.
Date: 05/30/18
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Front and back detail of this ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow with a Spalted Maple top over Okoume-back
Front and back detail of this ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow with a Spalted Maple top over Okoume. When done, this beauty will be delivered to Rayhill Audio in Nichols, New York.
Date: 05/30/18
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CS ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow
Here is the ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow on my bench for final assembly and setup. This beauty will then be delivered to Rayhill Audio in Nichols, New York.
Date: 05/31/18
Views: 481
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CS MJ-5 headstock
MJ-5 for all you bass players. This bass will have a quilted Maple top over Ash. More on this one later.
Date: 06/03/18
Views: 474
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Closeup of laser etched G&L Custom Shop logo
MJ-5 for all you bass players. This bass will have a quilted Maple top over Ash. More on this one later.
Date: 06/03/18
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Spalted Alder Sibling
Here is one of the Spalted Alder Siblings getting ready for hardware fitting.
Date: 06/03/18
Views: 522
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Here is the other Spalted Alder Sibling getting ready for final assembly
Here is the other Spalted Alder Sibling getting ready for final assembly.
Date: 06/03/18
Views: 527
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