G&L USA Kiloton 5 String Build to Order Bass Blueburst
Description
G&L USA Kiloton 5 String Build to Order Bass Blueburst
This B stock USA Custom Build Kiloton 5 delivers the substantial, balanced feel that defines G&L's modern bass design—a 9 lb instrument with a comfortably contoured body and responsive neck that sits naturally in hand. The Blueburst finish shows light scratches on the back, visible in close-up photos, but the overall condition is excellent. Arriving with its deluxe gig bag, this is a significant value on a factory-built G&L instrument with full specification control.
Construction & Playability
The neck features G&L's Modern 5-String K5 C profile with a 1 7/8" nut width, 9.5" radius, and progressive depth (.810" at the first fret, .910" at the 12th), engineered for efficient fingering and smooth position shifts across the fingerboard. Hard-rock maple neck with matching fingerboard and black pearl face dots ensures structural stability and visual clarity, while the bone nut supports natural vibration and sustain. On stage or in the studio, this neck profile cuts fatigue and locks in feel across extended sets.
Tone & Electronics
The single G&L Magnetic Field Design (MFD) L-series humbucker operates without a preamp, delivering the direct, articulate midrange and powerful lows that cut through a live mix. A series/split/parallel mini toggle combined with dedicated volume and tone controls provides substantial tonal flexibility—from tight, focused single-coil response to full humbucker aggression—all within a straightforward control layout. Passive electronics mean zero noise, maximum reliability, and the organic response that gigging musicians demand.
Key Features
- Body: Pine with Blueburst finish
- Neck: Hard-rock Maple with matching fingerboard, Satin Vintage Tint finish
- G&L Modern 5-String K5 C profile — 1 7/8" nut width, 9.5" radius, progressive taper
- Frets: Medium Jumbo, Jescar 57110 18% nickel silver
- Bridge: Leo Fender-designed Saddle-Lock™ with 6-bolt neck attachment
- Single G&L MFD L-series humbucker pickup
- Series/Split/Parallel mini toggle switch with volume and tone controls
- Tuning Keys: Custom G&L Ultra-Lite with aluminum tapered string posts
- Knobs: Knurled Dome-top Chrome
- Pickguard: 3-ply Black/White/Black
- Nut: Bone
- Weight: 9 lbs
This USA Custom Build represents G&L's uncompromising approach to bass design, combining precision hardware, passive electronics, and a neck profile refined through decades of American manufacturing. Built for players who demand stage reliability and tonal honesty.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
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At a Glance
The G&L USA Kiloton 5 is a professionally voiced 5-string bass built for touring and session work, delivering articulate midrange and powerful lows through a passive humbucker and direct control layout. Its Modern C-profile neck and 1 7/8" nut width sit naturally in hand, making position shifts smooth and efficient on stage or in the studio. This B-Stock USA Custom Build offers significant value—the Blueburst finish shows minor cosmetic wear on the back, but construction and playability are excellent, making it a road-ready choice for intermediate to professional players.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Touring
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Beginner Practice
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this bass?
B-Stock means this USA Custom Build is fully functional with minor cosmetic imperfections. The Blueburst finish shows light scratches on the back visible in close-up photos, but overall condition is excellent and all hardware, electronics, and playability are uncompromised.
What's the neck profile and nut width?
The Modern 5-String K5 C profile features a 1 7/8" nut width, 9.5" radius, and progressive depth (.810" at the first fret, .910" at the 12th fret), engineered for efficient fingering and smooth position shifts. It's a hard-rock maple neck with a matching fingerboard.
Is this bass suitable for jazz?
This bass is optimized for funk, rock, studio sessions, and touring rather than traditional jazz. The articulate midrange and powerful lows with full humbucker aggression suit more contemporary and high-output styles.
What tone flexibility does the electronics offer?
A single G&L MFD L-series humbucker with a series/split/parallel mini toggle switch provides direct tonal range without a preamp—from tight, focused single-coil response to full humbucker aggression. Simple volume and tone controls give straightforward access to the range.
What's included and what's the weight?
The bass arrives with a deluxe gig bag. The instrument weighs 9 lbs and features a Saddle-Lock bridge with 6-bolt neck attachment, bone nut, medium jumbo Jescar frets, and custom G&L Ultra-Lite tuning keys.
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