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The G&L Legacy blends contemporary refinements from the Leo Fender-designed S-500 and Comanche models with classic Alnico V pickups. If your holy grail is faithful Alnico single-coil tone with modern refinements and superb craftsmanship, the Legacy makes for an excellent choice.

The Legacy's vintage-spec CLF-100 Alnico V pickups have that unmistakable chime and quack reminiscent of the best examples from the late ˜50s, thanks to the work of Paul Gagon, G&L VP Engineering. Gagon found his inspiration reviewing original prints stored in Leo's private laboratory at G&L, but that was just the start. About 30 years ago, Gagon was an R&D engineer at another company when he was tasked with finding out what was so special about the early bolt-on guitars many players raved about. Gagon tirelessly analyzed many examples of what were considered holy grail guitars, spending time out on the shop floor talking to builders still working in the pickup department since the ˜50s, all on a quest to discover where the real mojo was - and wasn't. What he learned from the builders matched his own engineering analysis. You see, back in the day, the actual spec of pickups coming down that old production line varied considerably. That meant coming up with the right specs for the Legacy pickups was more challenging than simply following the prints. Gagon's persistence paid off as the Legacy garnered rave reviews from both players and magazines like Guitar Player and Guitar World.

This axe is no slave to the past, however, starting with Leo's PTB (Passive Treble and Bass) system which functions on all three pickups for dramatically more variety than the vintage setup. What's more, the Legacy features a Leo Fender-designed Dual-Fulcrum vibrato, a work of engineering art which allows bending up or down with unsurpassed stability, while offering a silky feel through its beefy aluminum vibrato arm.

The Legacy is all about honest, classic Alnico tone complemented by Leo's own modern refinements. And now, it's available at a price within reach of every working musician.

Case sold separately.
G&L Tribute Legacy Electric Guitar Black Satin Frost
G&L Tribute Legacy Electric Guitar Black Satin Frost
G&L Tribute Legacy Electric Guitar Black Satin Frost

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Body
  • Body shape: Double cutaway
  • Body type: Solid body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body wood: Swamp Ash body on translucent and burst finishes, Basswood on solid finishes
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: C medium
  • Neck wood: Hard-rock Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5 in.
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Gloss
Fretboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: 12 in.
  • Fret size: Medium jumbo
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width: 1.63 in. (41.4 mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: SSS
  • Neck: CLF-100 Alnico V
  • Middle: CLF-100 Alnico V
  • Bridge: CLF-100 Alnico V
  • Brand: G&L
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics: None
Controls
  • Control layout: Volume, treble, bass (PTB system)
  • Pickup switch: 5-way
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Tremolo/Vibrato
  • Bridge design: G&L Dual-Fulcrum
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Die-cast sealed
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Body finish
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: Truss-rod tool
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

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CONSTRUCTION: bolt-on
SCALE: 25-1/2"
PICKUPS: G&L CLF-100 Alnico V single-coils made in Fullerton, California
BODY WOOD: Swamp Ash on translucent and burst finishes, Basswood on solid finishes
NECK WOOD: Hard-Rock Maple with Maple or Rosewood fingerboard
NECK WIDTH AT NUT: 1-5/8"
NECK RADIUS: 12"
NECK PROFILE: medium C
FRETS: 22 medium jumbo, nickel
TUNING KEYS: 18:1 ratio, sealed-back
BRIDGE: Leo Fender-designed G&L Dual-Fulcrum vibrato
CONTROLS: 5-position pickup selector, volume, treble, bass (PTB system)

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Limited 10 year warranty on all guitars.

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Jamming3
  2. Practicing2
  3. Recording2
  4. Rock Concerts2
  5. Small Venues2
Cons
  1. A little heavy1
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Reviewed by 6 customers

  • Fantastic a bargain .A looker and a first class quality.

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byEddie C

    fromQueens NY.

    Playing at small to medium venues Classic rock and The Shadows and Ventures. music.

  • I recommend this guitar ,sounds amazing

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 years ago

    byJeadciel

    fromUndisclosed

    Excellent guitar, super quick delivery.

  • Insane value

    5

    submitted8 years ago

    byMatt

    fromDayton, OH

    This guitar is an insane value. The quality control in the G&L factory is top notch. I'd say if you compare this to a Mexican Strat this comes out on top in terms of quality. Overall the factory setup was really low and I love it. Plays very well, sounds fantastic. I feel like it really lets you dial in your tone to just where you like it. I was a little worried when I bought this since it was a blemished one (40% off was worth the risk) and even knowing there was a blemish on it somewhere it still took my friends and I over an hour to find the issue (Small scuff on the near side of the neck) Overall, this guitar is an amazing value.

  • Great buy!!!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byJay

    fromOceanside Ca

    I love this axe! Super well made, amazing electronics! Hands down better the the MIM fender

  • Wow

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byStillnightblues

    fromFlorida

    5 stars on every level. Came set up perfectly AND IN TUNE... SUPERB QUALITY, AMAZING FEEL can get everything from SRV David gilmore, funk, jazz, rock...

  • Best "S" style guitar for the money

    5

    submitted10 years ago

    bySkeeney

    fromNew Port Richey, FL

    I own both USA G&L guitars and tributes. The tributes are almost as good as the American. For less than half the price these are some of the best value in guitars PERIOD!

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted4 months ago

    asked byCesar

    fromRockville

    What hard case fits this model? A hard case that fits a fender stratocaster could work or this is longer?

    What hard case fits this model? A hard case that fits a fender stratocaster could work or this is longer?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This is about the same size. Please see: Musician's Gear MGMEG Molded ABS Electric Guitar Case.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byGearaholic

    fromTemecula

    What is the material of the nut?

    What is the material of the nut?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The G&L Tribute Legacy has a plastic nut.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byLin

    fromWest Palm Beach, FL

    Can you tell me what radius neck it does have? Also are the zcoil pickups the same on both the Tribute and the Fullerton Comanche guitars? Last of all do you know if there are any aftermarket Z-Coil pickups on the market? Thank you!

    Can you tell me what radius neck it does have? Also are the zcoil pickups the same on both the Tribute and the Fullerton Comanche guitars? Last of all do you know if there are any aftermarket Z-Coil pickups on the market? Thank you!

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    1) NECK RADIUS: 12". 2) No it doesn't. 3) I don't know but a Special Order may be possible. Please call us 855-770-3373.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byRobert

    fromundisclosed

    In the heading description on this G&L Legacy, what does Level 1 mean?? Thank you.

    In the heading description on this G&L Legacy, what does Level 1 mean?? Thank you.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Cond. 1 MINT: Gear returned in mint condition. If you're looking for a virtually new instrument in possibly less-than-perfect packaging, this is a great value. Includes 45-Day, No-Hassle Returns Includes full manufacturer's warranty Includes 2-Year Free Warranty on all guitars and basses Gold coverage plan available for 1 or 2 years coverage

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byRick

    fromWalnut Creek, CA

    What is the weight range of these guitars?

    What is the weight range of these guitars?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    7.5 - 9.0 lbs

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byBrent

    fromWisconsin

    Is this guitar available with a 9.5 radius neck?

    Is this guitar available with a 9.5 radius neck?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar is not available with a 9.5" radius neck.

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byMarc

    fromRocky Point , NY

    Does the maple neck make it harder to play and is there a difference in the sound from the rosewood ?

    Does the maple neck make it harder to play and is there a difference in the sound from the rosewood ?

    Open Reply -
    It doesn't make it harder to play, the feel is a bit different. But the big thing is the sound will be brighter.