G&L Musical Instruments has launched a new L-2000 bass.
In 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. He developed the technologies at his CLF Research company, and production of the 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, reproduced CLF knobs and ’81 control plate, and colour-coded mini toggle switch tips. Thin urethane finish choices are Candy Apple Red or Jet Black over basswood, Natural Ash, and faded 3-Tone Sunburst over okoume.
The CLF Research L-2000 is around $1,700 street for Candy Apple Red or Jet Black, and around $1,800 street for Natural Ash or 3-Tone Sunburst.
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