SOLD LONG AGO AND FAR, FAR AWAY! You know how much I love my early G&L basses and this one is from my own collection. It's a virtual lightweight at only 8 1/2 lbs and there is hardly any wear at all, just a few minor scratches. The black finish is almost mirror-like! It has a beautifully figured maple neck with rosewood fretboard and nicke logo tuners. This is a true 'transition' model with the black crinkle finish on the bridge, control plate and neck plate. Also, it has the small allen key pole pieces in the pickup which are not common.

This bass is probably the nicest L1000 I own but it's in such good shape that I hardly ever pick it up to play it. You will certainly be pleased by not only the overall condition (black is a custom color) but also it's superior tone and neck feel. I have handled almost 500 early G&L basses in 25+ years and only kept the ones that were truly special for myself. I've decided to keep just the well-worn ones and let the nicer ones go. This one includes a clean OHSC with nice brown plush lining.

Note: The finish is smooth and level but it is reflecting out-of-focus features on my ceiling so it looks almost like a matte finish. Also the scratch on the back is not nearly as prominent when viewed in-person without the emphasis of the flash.