G&L USA ASAT Classic Build to Order Guitar Pearl Grey
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Sound & Tone
The pair of G&L MFD ASAT Classic single-coils gives this guitar a bright, high-output snap with strong dynamic range, the bridge position cutting with wiry twang while the neck pickup rounds into a warmer, fuller voice. An alder body and hard-rock maple neck with a Caribbean rosewood board keep the response tight and clear, and the boxed-steel bridge with six saddles adds sustain and definition to single notes and chords alike. It's a natural fit for country and rockabilly picking, blues, roots rock and funk rhythm work, with the 3-way blade and volume/tone controls covering the ground between vintage warmth and modern clarity.
G&L USA ASAT Classic Build to Order Guitar Pearl Grey
The neck sits perfectly in hand with ideal weight distribution for hour-long recording sessions without fatigue or strain. This Pearl Grey ASAT Classic is built to order with G&L's legendary craftsmanship, delivering an instrument that translates consistently across takes and captures genuine performance in the studio.
Playability & Recording Feel
The Hard-rock Maple neck with Caribbean Rosewood fingerboard and Satin Light Tint finish provide a smooth, responsive playing surface that stays in your hands during long tracking sessions. The Modern Classic neck profile measures 1 11/16" nut width with a 9.5" radius and depths of .820" at the first fret and .870" at the 12th fret, supporting precise articulation and consistent intonation across the fretboard. Medium Jumbo frets and a bone nut provide stable tuning hold through multiple takes and responsive note definition for clean recording captures.
Recording Tone & Signal Path
Dual G&L MFD ASAT Classic single-coil pickups in black deliver crisp, articulate tones with impressive dynamic range and clarity that translates well through preamps and into your DAW. The 3-position blade selector with dedicated volume and tone controls gives you immediate access to neck pickup warmth for smooth rhythmic passages, bridge pickup brightness for cutting lead lines, or blended characteristics that sit naturally in a mix.
Key Features
- Body: Alder with Pearl Grey finish and rear contour
- Bridge: Boxed-Steel with 6 saddles
- Pickguard: 3-ply White Pearl
- Hardware: Knurled dome-top chrome knobs and G&L standard tuners
- Neck: Hard-rock Maple with Caribbean Rosewood fingerboard and Satin Light Tint finish
- Fretboard: White Pearl face dots, Model Logo Delete
- Pickups: G&L MFD ASAT Classic single-coils (neck and bridge)
- Nut: Bone with 1 11/16" width and 1 5/8" string spacing
- Frets: Medium Jumbo
- Strings: D'Addario EXL110 10-46
- Case: Deluxe Black Tolex
This USA-built ASAT Classic combines meticulous attention to detail with genuine session versatility, delivering a tool equally capable of laying down vintage-inspired warmth or cutting modern definition into any arrangement.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Telecaster |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Made In | United States |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Country
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and dimensions should I expect?
The Modern Classic neck profile features a 1 11/16" nut width, 9.5" radius, and depths of 0.820" at the first fret and 0.870" at the 12th fret. Medium Jumbo frets and a bone nut provide reliable tuning stability and responsive articulation across the fretboard.
How does the ASAT Classic compare to a Telecaster or Stratocaster?
Like a Telecaster, the ASAT Classic delivers crisp single-coil tone and simple, reliable controls; G&L's MFD pickups offer dynamic range and clarity comparable to premium offset designs. The 3-position blade selector provides versatility similar to a Strat, but with a more streamlined control layout and dedicated tone shaping.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or high-gain genres?
No—the ASAT Classic is optimized for rock, blues, country, indie, and studio sessions where crisp articulation and dynamic range shine. High-gain metal and djent styles require humbuckers and thicker tonal characteristics that this single-coil design doesn't provide.
What's included with this build-to-order guitar?
The ASAT Classic ships with D'Addario EXL110 10-46 strings and a Deluxe Black Tolex case. As a build-to-order instrument, it is custom-crafted at G&L's USA facility and delivered with meticulous attention to detail.
How does the Pearl Grey finish and hardware look and feel?
The Pearl Grey alder body features a Satin Light Tint finish on the Hard-rock Maple neck for a smooth, fast playing surface. Chrome hardware includes knurled dome-top knobs and G&L standard tuners; the 3-ply White Pearl pickguard and Model Logo Delete option round out a refined, understated aesthetic.
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