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G&L Custom Shop - 2018-2024

Date: 01/24/18
Size: 2338 items
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G&L Custom Shop sign

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
Views: 4448
Body for Jake C

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
Views: 828
Sanding Jake's body

Sanding Jake's body

The body for Jake's build is coming along nicely.

Date: 01/24/18
Views: 779
Jake's body in paint shop

Jake's body in paint shop

Good color for Jake.

Date: 01/24/18
Views: 721
Handwound Alnico picks for Jake's build

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
Views: 988
QS neck blank for Jakes CS Legacy

QS neck blank for Jakes CS Legacy

Tight quartersawn maple for Jake Cinninger's Custom Shop Legacy.

Date: 01/24/18
Views: 802
CS1712001 Serial Number

CS1712001 Serial Number

Here's Custom Shop serial #1 getting ready to cut clear coat and polish.

Date: 01/24/18
Views: 1068
Wire in pickguard to Jake's CS Legacy

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
Views: 526
NAMM Custom Shop ASAT Special in Fullerton Red

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
Views: 503
ASAT Special in Fullerton Red

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
Views: 544
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

Ready for final sanding of this Legacy Custom Shop neck for Jake Cinninger.

Date: 02/08/18
Views: 400
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

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
Views: 545
Custom Shop Legacy in 3-Tone Sunburst

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
Views: 703
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck being laser engraved and serialized

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
Views: 453
Mahogany inlay work is done

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
Views: 473
delicate sculpting and roundover of a pickguard bevel

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: 614
Fender Custom Shop Pro Junior amp

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
Views: 421
Nice curves

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
Views: 401
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-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
Views: 405
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-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
Views: 376
One of our best: the mighty Jumbo G&L MFD pickup

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: 447
Hardware with just the right level of wear

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
Views: 411
Tools of the trade

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: 377
The New G&L Custom Shop

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
Views: 403
Doheny neck

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: 378
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck

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: 393
curvy contour of this Custom Shop ASAT Classic

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
Views: 551
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck just before final buffing

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
Views: 471
Custom Shop necks waiting their turn on our CNC machine

Custom Shop necks waiting their turn on our CNC machine

Custom Shop necks waiting their turn on our CNC machine.

Date: 02/25/18
Views: 401
Doheny neck is ready for radius sanding

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
Views: 389
Before

Before

Here's a before and after comparison of Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck after hydrating the fingerboard.

Date: 02/27/18
Views: 432
After

After

Here's a before and after comparison of Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck after hydrating the fingerboard.

Date: 02/27/18
Views: 400
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy neck and body

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
Views: 454
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy finished full

Jake's Custom Shop Legacy finished full

Jake's Custom Shop Legacy is finally done and ready for delivery.

Date: 03/04/18
Views: 416
Jake's Custom Shop Legacy finished on workbench

Jake's Custom Shop Legacy finished on workbench

Jake's Custom Shop Legacy is finally done and ready for delivery.

Date: 03/04/18
Views: 411
polished pickguard bevel of this Legacy guitar

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
Views: 391
hand selected Indian Rosewood

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: 410
Custom Shop Wood Gallery-2-piece Ash

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: 417
Custom Shop Doheny in Old School Tobacco

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: 415
Custom Shop ASAT Special in Butterscotch Blonde

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: 395
Custom Shop ASAT Special neck

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
Views: 358
Custom Shop ASAT Special pickups

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
Views: 445
Custom Shop L-2000 body in Dragonskin Blue

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
Views: 426
 Custom Shop Doheny in Shell Pink

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: 426
 Custom Shop Doheny in Shell Pink Neck

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: 439
Custom Shop ASAT Special

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: 388
Custom Shop L-2000 neck has one of the most unique Caribbean Rosewood fingerboards

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: 561
Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue body and neck

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
Views: 410
Custom Shop Doheny in Shell Pink

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
Views: 491
front of headstock

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: 397
CS1802002 back of headstock

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
Views: 453
Pickups and controls installed

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: 418
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

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
Views: 498
Necks at different stages

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
Views: 578
Custom Shop L-2000 in Dragonskin Blue almost done

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: 389
CS OSTSB Doheny body

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: 413
Studio Gears CS Doheny1

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: 431
Studio Gears CS Doheny2

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: 420
pickguard on this G&L Custom Shop Doheny1

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
Views: 449
pickguard on this G&L Custom Shop Doheny2

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
Views: 383
Light tint gloss urethane necks

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: 396
CLF1711075 full

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
Views: 376
CS Doheny in Old School Tobacco

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: 508
Guitars in Alleys #1

Guitars in Alleys #1


Initial submission of my new series titled "Guitars In Alleys." What do you think?

Date: 03/25/18
Views: 563
CS ASAT Classic in Blonde over Ash

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
Views: 410
G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic in Blonde over Ash.jpg

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: 408
matched set of pickups for the ASAT Classic I'm currently building in the G&L Custom Shop

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
Views: 413
G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery

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
Views: 389
G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery-2

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
Views: 380
G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery-3

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
Views: 335
G&L Custom Shop Wood Gallery-4

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: 393
CS Legacy HSS RMC (Rear Mounted Controls) in Jet Black Frost. jpg

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
Views: 417
CS Legacy HSS RMC

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
Views: 374
G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC in Jet Black Frost

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
Views: 441
G&L Custom Shop Legacy HSS RMC2

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: 372
second installment-Legacy HSS RMC

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
Views: 389
Raw Quilted Maple

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: 411
First 3 G&L Custom Shop guitars at 2018 NAMM

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
Views: 399
ASAT Classic pickgurad ready for edge buffing

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
Views: 474
G&L Custom Shop L-2000 neck

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: 536
G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic

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: 399
quartersawn grain on this neck

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
Views: 443
G&L Custom Shop ASAT Classic with a beautiful Birdseye Maple fingerboard

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
Views: 434
ASAT Deluxe has a Spalted Alder top over Okoume

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
Views: 400
Legacy has a figured Spalted Alder top over Ash

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
Views: 543
I've got some neck sanding to do this morning..

I've got some neck sanding to do this morning..

I've got some neck sanding to do this morning...

Date: 04/16/18
Views: 381
More G&L Custom Shop goodies currently in paint

More G&L Custom Shop goodies currently in paint

More G&L Custom Shop goodies currently in paint.

Date: 04/17/18
Views: 583
G&L Custom Shop Spalted Maple pair

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: 382
The G&L Custom Shop Spalted Maple siblings ready for color

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: 465
Custom Shop Doheny SH special build

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
Views: 455
good selection of 3A Flame Maple neck blanks

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
Views: 373
roasted 3A Flame Maple neck blanks

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
Views: 453
G&L Custom Shop Legacy

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: 402
 G&L Custom Shop ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position

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: 397
Ghost Flame on a neck

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: 447
roasted Flame Maple neck

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
Views: 513
G&L Custom Shop Legacy in Fullerton Red

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: 374
G&L Custom Shop necks curing

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: 392
G&L Custom Shop LB-100 neck

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: 447
More G&L Custom Shop guitar necks in paint

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: 404
Olympic White (aka Vintage White) Custom Shop AC body

Olympic White (aka Vintage White) Custom Shop AC body

Olympic White, one of my top 3 favorite colors.

Date: 05/03/18
Views: 506
nice batch of G&L Custom Shop necks awaiting some clearcoat material

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
Views: 371
G&L Custom Shop Doheny Semi-Hollow in Clear Orange with natural wood binding

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: 409
Quartersawn Maple, love the lines. G&L Custom Shop

Quartersawn Maple, love the lines. G&L Custom Shop

Quartersawn Maple, love the lines. G&L Custom Shop

Date: 05/09/18
Views: 358
Spalted Maple drop top for Custom Shop

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: 373
Spalted Maple drop top ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow

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: 374
Spalted Alder siblings from Custom Shop

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: 357
Spalted Alder drop top ASAT Deluxe closeup

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
Views: 370
Leo Fender's winding machine from the '60s

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
Views: 929
calibrated for a similar output to single-coil pickups available in the '50s

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: 400
Legacy pickguard is wired

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: 342
CS Legacy in Blonde over Swamp Ash

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
Views: 362
Nice pickguard edge detail on this Legacy

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: 351
Legacy finished in Blonde over Swamp Ash

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: 369
Legacy finished in Blonde over Swamp Ash

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: 340
Quilted Maple top

Quilted Maple top

This killer Quilted Maple top will be used for an Invader coming down the line.

Date: 05/20/18
Views: 407
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

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
Views: 444
Spalted Maple top over Okoume

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
Views: 364
Spalted Maple over Okoume spread after the CNC

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
Views: 424
Legacy in Tobacco Sunburst for Killerburst Guitars

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
Views: 466
Buckeye Burl top over Ash

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: 377
Buckeye Burl Legacy

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: 464
neck of an LB-100

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
Views: 443
Honeyburst Spalted Maple top on this ASAT Deluxe with a P90 in the neck position

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
Views: 367
CS ASAT Deluxe with neck P-90 on drying rack

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
Views: 362
 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-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
Views: 376
 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-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
Views: 375
CS ASAT Classic Semi-Hollow

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: 389
CS MJ-5 headstock

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: 386
Closeup of laser etched G&L Custom Shop logo

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
Views: 380
Spalted Alder Sibling

Spalted Alder Sibling

Here is one of the Spalted Alder Siblings getting ready for hardware fitting.

Date: 06/03/18
Views: 430
Here is the other Spalted Alder Sibling getting ready for final assembly

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: 435
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