G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass Jet Black
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G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass Jet Black
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- SKU
- TI-FLB-111R01R40
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The 30" scale and poplar body give the Fallout a punchy, slightly thick low end with a fast note decay that sits well in dense mixes, while the maple neck and Saddle-Lock bridge with brass saddles add sustain and definition. Its G&L Magnetic Field humbucker covers a wide range through the 3-way switch: parallel for tight, articulate attack, split for a leaner and more focused voice, and series for deep, heavy lows. With nickel roundwounds it retains enough brightness for punk, indie, and pop, and it can push into fuzzy garage rock or Motown-style thump when you roll toward the fatter settings.
G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass – Jet Black
The Fallout Short Scale Bass is engineered for home and professional studio tracking, combining a 30" scale length that reduces left-hand fatigue during long recording sessions with a slim C neck profile and 9.5" radius fingerboard for precise, repeatable fretwork. The jet black finish with roasted jatoba fingerboard pairs purposeful aesthetics with a platform built to cut through dense mixes and lock in with session drummers and keyboardists.
Construction & Session Stability
The hard rock maple neck paired with a poplar body provides the tonal balance needed for both punchy, articulate bass lines and warm, supportive low-end foundation. At , the instrument reduces physical strain during multi-take recording sessions, while the 1.625" nut width maintains consistent short scale string spacing across tight, controlled voicing. 19 frets cover standard bass line ranges, and the Saddle-Lock bridge with chrome-plated brass saddles anchors string vibration directly into the body, ensuring sustain clarity and resonance definition that translates clearly to tape or DAW.
Tone & Recording Performance
The G&L Magnetic Field Humbucker pickup captures articulate, detailed transients with minimal electrical noise—critical for clean tracking in the studio. The 3-way toggle switch selects parallel, split, or series configurations, allowing quick tonal shifts between takes: tight, cutting attack for rock or funk; deep, powerful lows for soul or reggae. G&L Ultra-lite tuners with aluminum posts hold pitch stability through back-to-back sessions, and the bass arrives strung with D'Addario nickel roundwound short scale strings (.045–.100) for immediate, balanced tracking ready to lay down the foundation.
Key Features
- 30" short scale length for enhanced comfort and reduced hand fatigue
- Poplar body with gloss finish in jet black
- Hard rock maple neck with slim C profile
- Roasted jatoba fingerboard with 9.5" radius and 19 frets
- 1.625" nut width
- G&L Magnetic Field Humbucker pickup
- 3-way toggle switch for parallel, split, and series tonal configurations
- Saddle-Lock bridge with chrome-plated brass saddles
- G&L Ultra-lite tuners with aluminum posts
- Factory-fitted D'Addario nickel roundwound short scale strings (.045–.100)
The Fallout delivers professional-grade tone and tuning stability in a lightweight, ergonomic platform designed for producers and engineers who demand both comfort and sonic versatility in the recording environment.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Modern Bass |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 30" Scale |
| Frets | 19 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | H |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Home Recording
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Upright bass parts
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 30-inch short scale right for me if I've played standard basses?
Short scales reduce hand fatigue and suit players favoring a tight, controlled feel—especially over extended sessions. The slim C neck profile and 9.5-inch radius fingerboard smooth the transition; if you prefer standard scale reach or deep jazz lines, a full-scale instrument may suit you better.
What strings does it ship with?
The Fallout arrives strung with D'Addario nickel roundwound short-scale strings (.045–.100 gauge), factory-fitted and ready to play with balanced tone out of the box.
How does the 3-way pickup toggle work?
The G&L Magnetic Field Humbucker offers parallel, split, and series configurations—parallel gives tight articulate attack, series delivers deep powerful lows, and split splits the difference. This versatility covers rock, funk, and hard-rock tones in one instrument.
Does the bridge help with tuning stability?
Yes—the Saddle-Lock bridge with chrome-plated brass saddles locks strings directly into the body for enhanced resonance and couples vibration efficiently, working with the G&L Ultra-lite tuners and aluminum posts to maintain tuning through extended sets.
What skill levels can play this bass?
The Fallout suits beginners, intermediate, and advanced players. Its ergonomic short scale eases entry for new players, while the responsive tone and tuning stability appeal to gigging and recording musicians of all levels.
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