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 pickups used on the student model basses were exclusive the SB-1, SB-2 and Lynx models and their excellent tonal range belies their budget status.

Body: Solid; maple

Finish: Red, polyester

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: G&L/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.