G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass Jet Black
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G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass Jet Black
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- SKU
- TI-FLB-111R01R40
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The 30" scale and poplar body give the Fallout a punchy, slightly thick low end with a fast note decay that sits well in dense mixes, while the maple neck and Saddle-Lock bridge with brass saddles add sustain and definition. Its G&L Magnetic Field humbucker covers a wide range through the 3-way switch: parallel for tight, articulate attack, split for a leaner and more focused voice, and series for deep, heavy lows. With nickel roundwounds it retains enough brightness for punk, indie, and pop, and it can push into fuzzy garage rock or Motown-style thump when you roll toward the fatter settings.
G&L Tribute Fallout Short Scale Bass – Jet Black
The Fallout Short Scale Bass sits in the hand like an instrument built for players who demand control without compromise. Its 30" scale length tightens your fretting hand's reach and cuts fatigue on long sets, while the slim C neck profile and 9.5" radius fingerboard feel naturally under your fingers for hours of solid playing. The jet black finish paired with the roasted jatoba fingerboard delivers visual clarity that reads on stage, backed by the tonal muscle G&L is known for.
Playability & Build
The hard rock maple neck coupled with a poplar body gives you a rig that stays stable through your set and responds directly to your touch. At , this bass hangs balanced whether you're standing at the front of the stage or sitting in the studio, and the 1.625" nut width gives you standard short scale spacing without any cramping feeling. 19 frets cover the range you need for real-world bass lines, and the Saddle-Lock bridge with chrome-plated brass saddles locks your strings in tight, pumping every vibration into the body for the kind of sustain and resonance that cuts through a live mix.
Tone & Electronics
The G&L Magnetic Field Humbucker pickup pulls out the detail in your playing without extra hum muddying your tone, while the 3-way toggle switch flips between parallel, split, and series modes—giving you everything from articulate snap on finger work to deep, authoritative lows that lock with a kick drum. G&L Ultra-lite tuners with aluminum posts keep you locked in across a full night of playing, and the bass ships strung with D'Addario nickel roundwound short scale strings (.045–.100) so you can start playing immediately with balanced, proven tone.
Key Features
- 30" short scale length for enhanced comfort and reduced hand fatigue
- Poplar body with gloss finish in jet black
- Hard rock maple neck with slim C profile
- Roasted jatoba fingerboard with 9.5" radius and 19 frets
- 1.625" nut width
- G&L Magnetic Field Humbucker pickup
- 3-way toggle switch for parallel, split, and series tonal configurations
- Saddle-Lock bridge with chrome-plated brass saddles
- G&L Ultra-lite tuners with aluminum posts
- Factory-fitted D'Addario nickel roundwound short scale strings (.045–.100)
The Fallout is built for players who need an instrument that holds its own on stage and in the pocket, delivering tuning you can rely on and tone that speaks in real-time performance situations.
Final run — G&L has ceased production. This Fallout Short Scale is brand-new, final-run stock — among the last new G&L basses available anywhere. When they're gone, they're gone.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Modern Bass |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 30" Scale |
| Frets | 19 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | H |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Hard Rock
- ✓ Home Recording
- ✓ Gigging
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Upright bass parts
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 30-inch short scale right for me if I've played standard basses?
Short scales reduce hand fatigue and suit players favoring a tight, controlled feel—especially over extended sessions. The slim C neck profile and 9.5-inch radius fingerboard smooth the transition; if you prefer standard scale reach or deep jazz lines, a full-scale instrument may suit you better.
What strings does it ship with?
The Fallout arrives strung with D'Addario nickel roundwound short-scale strings (.045–.100 gauge), factory-fitted and ready to play with balanced tone out of the box.
How does the 3-way pickup toggle work?
The G&L Magnetic Field Humbucker offers parallel, split, and series configurations—parallel gives tight articulate attack, series delivers deep powerful lows, and split splits the difference. This versatility covers rock, funk, and hard-rock tones in one instrument.
Does the bridge help with tuning stability?
Yes—the Saddle-Lock bridge with chrome-plated brass saddles locks strings directly into the body for enhanced resonance and couples vibration efficiently, working with the G&L Ultra-lite tuners and aluminum posts to maintain tuning through extended sets.
What skill levels can play this bass?
The Fallout suits beginners, intermediate, and advanced players. Its ergonomic short scale eases entry for new players, while the responsive tone and tuning stability appeal to gigging and recording musicians of all levels.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $66 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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