G&L USA Legacy SSS Build to Order Guitar Turquoise
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- SKU
- USA-LGCY-TRQ
- Color
- Green
. Description
Sound & Tone
Three CLF-100 Alnico 5 single-coils in an alder body with a hard rock maple neck and fingerboard produce bright, bell-like clarity with firm low-end definition and a snappy attack, and the reverse-wound middle pickup quiets the in-between positions for glassy, hum-free rhythm tones. The treble and bass controls extend the usual single-coil palette, letting you roll off brittleness for warmer lead work or add cut for chiming clean parts. It's a natural fit for blues, funk, country, pop and classic rock, with the Dual Fulcrum vibrato on hand for shimmer and expressive pitch bends.
G&L USA Legacy SSS Build to Order Guitar in Turquoise
The G&L USA Legacy SSS delivers articulate single-coil character with the ergonomic refinement required for long recording and rehearsal sessions.G&L Modern Classic neck profile — with its 1 11/16" nut width and .820" depth at the first fret — combines familiar vintage-style proportions with modern playability standards. The hard rock maple neck paired with satin vintage tint finish resists fingerprints and maintains consistent feel during intensive studio work.
Playability & Recording Performance
The G&L Modern Classic neck measures 9.5" radius with 1 5/8" string spacing, providing a stable platform for tracking both rhythm parts and lead lines with precision. The hard rock maple fingerboard offers inherent stability and responsiveness across tracking sessions, while the G&L Standard tuners and bridge hardware maintain the intonation consistency critical for punch-in editing and layered tracking work.
Tone & Electronics for Studio Versatility
Three Fullerton-made G&L CLF-100 Alnico 5 single-coil pickups — including a reverse-wound middle pickup — capture clear, bell-like character with minimal hum and rich harmonic definition across all pickup selector positions. The onboard 5-position pickup selector, volume, treble, and bass controls enable real-time tonal shaping during recording and arrangement work, while the G&L Dual Fulcrum vibrato provides smooth pitch modulation with reliable tuning stability across multiple takes.
Key Features
- Body wood: Alder with Turquoise finish
- Neck wood: Hard Rock Maple with Satin Vintage Tint Finish
- G&L Modern Classic neck profile: 1 11/16" nut width, 1 5/8" string spacing, 9.5" radius, .820" depth at 1st fret, .870" at 12th fret
- Hard Rock Maple fingerboard
- Three Fullerton-made G&L CLF-100 Alnico 5 single-coil pickups
- Middle pickup reverse wound for hum cancellation in combined positions
- 5-position pickup selector with volume, treble, and bass controls
- G&L Dual Fulcrum vibrato bridge
- G&L Standard tuning machines
- G&L Deluxe Gig Bag included
This USA-made G&L Legacy SSS combines proven single-coil architecture with the refined craftsmanship that defines the brand's Fullerton heritage, delivering the tonal clarity and session reliability that studio work demands.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Single Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 25.5" Scale |
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Pickups | SSS |
| Bridge | Tremolo |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Made In | United States |
Who This Is For
| Best suited for | Studio Sessions, Live Performance, Blues, Rock, Funk |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Articulate single-coil, bell-like clarity, minimal hum, harmonic complexity, smooth vibrato |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Drop Tunings (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The G&L USA Legacy SSS is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The Modern Classic neck profile offers immediate familiarity while maintaining modern comfort for both rhythm and lead playing, making it accessible to experienced players across genres.
Does this guitar work for metal or drop-tuning styles?
No—this guitar is voiced and built best for studio sessions, live performance, blues, rock, and funk. The single-coil design and articulate tone profile are not optimized for metal or extreme drop tunings.
How does the middle pickup help reduce hum?
The middle pickup is reverse-wound compared to the neck and bridge pickups. When you engage two pickles together (neck-plus-middle or middle-plus-bridge positions), the reversed winding creates phase cancellation that reduces 60-cycle hum while maintaining articulate tone.
What neck profile and dimensions should I expect?
The Modern Classic neck features a 1 11/16" nut width, 9.5" radius, and 0.820" depth at the first fret, tapering to 0.870" at the 12th fret. This profile balances familiarity with modern comfort for both rhythm and lead styles.
What is included with the guitar?
The G&L USA Legacy SSS ships with a G&L Deluxe Gig Bag. The guitar itself features three Fullerton-made CLF-100 Alnico 5 single-coil pickups, G&L Standard tuning machines, and a Dual Fulcrum vibrato bridge with three-band tone controls.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. Marketplaces collect sales tax as the facilitator in most states, so the same listed price can cost more there. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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