The 2021 G&L S-500 in Transparent Blue Stain features a swamp ash body that showcases the wood grain through its vibrant finish. This particular model, part of the Fullerton Deluxe series, is equipped with three Leo Fender-designed Magnetic Field Design (MFD) single-coil pickups. These pickups provide a broader frequency response and higher output compared to traditional single coils, while remaining quiet and articulate. This guitar has a few little marks, nearly no fretwear, and tone for days. The plastic is still on the pickguard.
Key technical specifications for this instrument include:
Electronics: It utilizes the Passive Treble and Bass (PTB) system, allowing for global tone shaping across all pickups. A mini-toggle expander switch enables seven different pickup combinations, including the ability to run the neck and bridge pickups together or all three simultaneously.
Neck & Playability: The bolt-on hard-rock maple neck features a "Modern Classic" profile with a 9.5-inch radius and 22 medium-jumbo nickel frets, designed for comfortable chording and smooth note bending.
Hardware: It is fitted with the G&L Dual-Fulcrum vibrato, which uses two pivoting points for enhanced tuning stability and a fluid feel when bending notes up or down.
As with other instruments from this location, this G&L S-500 includes a professional setup by a trained luthier and qualifies for a lifetime of free string changes (with the purchase of strings).
