G&L USA ASAT Classic Thinline Build to Order Guitar 3 Tone Sunburst
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- SKU
- USA-ACLTL-3TS
- Color
- Sunburst
. Description
Sound & Tone
The semi-hollow alder body with F-hole adds air and a woody resonance to the classic single-coil formula, softening the attack slightly while the boxed steel bridge with brass saddles keeps sustain and note definition intact. The G&L ASAT Classic pickups cover glassy, articulate bridge twang and warmer, rounder neck fundamentals, with the middle position blending the two for a fuller rhythm voice. It suits country, roots rock, blues, and clean-to-edge-of-breakup rhythm work, and the 9.5" radius with medium jumbo frets supports bending and fast lead lines as well.
G&L USA ASAT Classic Thinline Build to Order Guitar in 3-Tone Sunburst
This unplayed G&L USA ASAT Classic Thinline delivers the balanced weight and responsive feel of a semi-hollow design without sacrificing sustain or playability. The Modern Classic neck profile at 9.5" radius with 1-11/16" nut width sits naturally in hand, while the satin-finished rosewood fingerboard provides smooth, fast access across the fretboard. A genuine factory build-to-order instrument, it arrives with minimal cosmetic wear and includes the original gig bag.
Recording & Session Performance
The semi-hollow alder bodyhard rock maple neck with satin light tint finish ensures stability and consistent intonation across multiple passes. Medium jumbo frets combined with the Modern Classic profile and bone nut deliver precise articulation and repeatable string response, critical for layering and punching in parts with confidence.
Sonic Character & Pickup Versatility
Dual G&L ASAT Classic single-coil pickups capture the clarity and chime that translates exceptionally well to tape and digital recording, with the neck pickup providing warm fundamentals that anchor a mix and the bridge pickup offering articulate highs that cut through dense arrangements. The 3-way pickup selector with dedicated volume and tone controls grants straightforward access to a range of voices within a single session, from glassy single-coil definition to blended warmth, eliminating the need for multiple instruments in the studio.
Key Features
- Semi-hollow alder body with F-hole, 3-Tone Sunburst finish
- G&L Modern Classic neck profile, 9.5" radius, 1-11/16" nut width
- Hard rock maple neck with satin light tint finish
- Light tint Caribbean rosewood fingerboard with medium jumbo frets
- Bone nut for tonal clarity and durability
- G&L ASAT Classic single-coil neck and bridge pickups
- 3-way pickup selector with volume and tone controls
- Boxed steel bridge with individual brass saddles
- G&L Standard tuners
- 3-ply tortoise shell pickguard
- Made in USA with original deluxe gig bag
This factory-fresh instrument represents G&L's commitment to playability and tonal versatility in a semi-hollow platform, backed by domestic manufacturing and meticulous hardware specification.
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 | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | United States |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
- – Drop Tunings
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile and nut width does this guitar have?
The ASAT Classic Thinline features G&L's Modern Classic neck profile with a 9.5-inch radius and 1-11/16-inch nut width, designed for natural hand feel and fast access. The satin-finished Caribbean rosewood fingerboard with medium jumbo frets supports precise intonation and responsive articulation across all registers.
How does a semi-hollow body affect the tone and playability compared to a solid-body single-coil?
The semi-hollow alder body with F-hole reduces weight and adds natural resonance while the hard rock maple neck and bone nut preserve sustain and tonal clarity. This design delivers the warmth and chime of a single-coil guitar without the feedback issues of a fully hollow instrument, making it ideal for both live performance and studio tracking.
What tones can I get from the pickup configuration?
The dual G&L ASAT Classic single-coil pickups offer glassy highs from the bridge position and warm fundamentals from the neck pickup. The 3-way selector with dedicated volume and tone controls lets you blend the pickups or select either position individually, covering everything from articulate leads to warm, full-bodied rhythm tones.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or drop-tuning styles?
This instrument is optimized for rock, blues, jazz, indie, and studio sessions where single-coil clarity and balanced sustain are priorities. The semi-hollow construction and single-coil pickup design are not engineered for metal, djent, or extreme drop-tuning applications.
What comes with the guitar, and what is the build-to-order status?
This factory-fresh, unplayed build-to-order ASAT Classic Thinline arrives with the original deluxe gig bag and minimal cosmetic wear. It is a genuine USA-made instrument produced to your specification and represents G&L's commitment to playability and tonal versatility backed by domestic manufacturing.
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