FACTOIDS & TRIVIA

The SB-1 was G&L's entry level bass. This model was introduced in late 1982 and produced through 1984. After 1984, it was completely redesigned as a new mid-line bass. As a budget model, the early SB-1 had a smaller, non-contoured slab body and no-frills electronics. Yet the quality of the material used and fit and finish were every bit as good as on the high priced professional models. The single coil J-style pickups were exclusive the SB-1, SB-2 and Lynx models and their excellent tonal range belies their budget status.

 Body: Solid; maple

 Finish: Red, nitrocellulose lacquer

 Neck: 2-piece maple, bolt-on

 Fingerboard: Maple; black pearloid dot markers

 Number of Frets: 21

 Pickguard: None

 Bridge: G&L Locktight, black crinkle powder coat

 Nut: Plastic

 Tuners: Schaller, open, chrome

 Pickups: One, G&L Magnetic Field Design single coil with adjustable pole pieces

 Controls: Master volume, master tone

 Scale Length: 34 inches

 Neck Width at Nut: 1 11/16 inches

 Body Width at Lower Bout: 12 inches

 Body Depth: 1 5/8 inches

 Weight: 8.8 lb