G&L USA ASAT Classic Thinline Guitar Midnight Blue Metallic
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- SKU
- USA-ACLTL-MBM
- Color
- Blue
. Description
Sound & Tone
The semi-hollow alder body adds a breathy, resonant openness to the classic single-coil voice, loosening the low end slightly and giving notes a woody bloom that plain solidbody twang can lack. The pair of G&L ASAT Classic single-coils stay articulate and touch-responsive — bright, cutting snap at the bridge, rounder warmth at the neck, and a hollowed-out mid scoop when combined — with the simple volume and tone circuit keeping the signal path uncolored. Suited to country, roots, blues, rockabilly and clean-to-edge-of-breakup rhythm work, and the 9.5" radius rosewood board with the Modern Classic profile handles both fingerstyle chording and pick-driven lead lines comfortably.
G&L USA ASAT Classic Thinline Guitar in Midnight Blue Metallic
This unplayed G&L USA ASAT Classic Thinline captures the balanced, ergonomic design that makes the ASAT a go-to recording instrument—a semi-hollow platform that records with natural resonance while maintaining articulate note definition and responsive dynamics. The Modern Classic neck profile with its 1 11/16" nut width and 9.5" radius fingerboard enables fast tracking sessions and overdubs, accommodating fingerstyle and pick techniques without hand strain.
Recording Performance & Build
The neck combines Hard Rock Maple with a satin vintage tint and rosewood fingerboard, delivering smooth fret access and tonal clarity across the full range. Precise neck depth specifications—.820" at the 1st fret and .870" at the 12th fret—ensure consistent intonation and attack, critical for stacking tracks and layering parts. The traditional boxed steel bridge with individual brass saddles anchors the instrument with mechanical precision, maintaining stable tuning through extended session work.
Tone & Signal Path
A matched pair of G&L ASAT Classic Single-coil pickups deliver the articulate, touch-responsive character that cuts clearly in mixes and responds naturally to pick dynamics and fingering nuance. The 3-position pickup selector provides neck, bridge, and combined tonal options—essential for tracking different voices without equipment changes. The simplified control layout—volume and tone—preserves the signal path with minimal coloration, letting the pickups' natural dynamics and string response remain transparent and usable.
Key Features
- USA-made construction with alder body and Hard Rock Maple neck
- Modern Classic neck profile – 1 11/16" nut width, 1 5/8" string spacing, 9.5" radius
- Rosewood fingerboard with precise neck depth tolerances
- G&L ASAT Classic Single-coil pickups (neck and bridge)
- 3-position pickup selector with volume and tone controls
- Traditional boxed steel bridge with individual brass saddles
- G&L Standard tuners for reliable stability
- 3-ply white pearl pickguard
- Midnight Blue Metallic finish
- Deluxe gig bag included
- Unplayed condition with minimal finish dips at neck pocket edge (see photos)
This ASAT Classic Thinline represents significant savings against standard retail pricing and arrives ready for immediate studio use with a premium gig bag included.
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
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Indie
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Country
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does unplayed condition mean, and are there any cosmetic issues?
This ASAT Classic Thinline has never been played and arrives in excellent condition. There are minimal finish dips at the neck pocket edge visible in photos, a factory cosmetic detail with no impact on playability or tone.
Is this guitar suitable for jazz and fingerstyle, or just rock and blues?
The Modern Classic neck profile, 1 11/16" nut width, and articulate single-coil pickups accommodate both fingerstyle and pick-driven approaches across blues, rock, indie, jazz, and country styles. The touch-responsive character and clean signal path make it equally adept at expressive fingerstyle work and rhythmic playing.
How does the tone compare to a Fender Telecaster Thinline?
Both are semi-hollow single-coil instruments with bright, articulate character. The G&L ASAT's matched single-coil pair and simplified controls (volume and tone only) deliver a cleaner signal path and slightly more balanced midrange response than some Tele designs, with the same touch sensitivity and stage clarity.
What's included, and how portable is it?
The guitar arrives with a deluxe gig bag for protected transport. The semi-hollow construction keeps weight moderate compared to solid-body alternatives, making it road-friendly without sacrificing the sustain and resonance of a traditional design.
Is this guitar suitable for metal or high-gain styles?
No. The ASAT Classic Thinline excels in clean, articulate styles (blues, rock, indie, jazz, country) where single-coil definition and touch response shine. It is not designed for metal or djent applications, where high-output humbuckers and thick sustain are typical requirements.
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