G&L JB Lightweight Empress - Pearl Grey Satin/Frost #2173

Upgraded with lightweight Empress body, 3-ply white pearl pickguard, and satin vintage tint neck finish. Players fond of the old adage "if it ain't broke…" haven't played a JB. You see, the G&L JB is all about refinement, blending "holy grail" Alnico single-coil tone with modern improvements and superb craftsmanship. The JB's classic Alnico V pickups have tone reminiscent of the best examples from the early '60s, thanks to the work of Paul Gagon, G&L VP Engineering. The JB projects a time-honored yet subtly progressive vibe, embracing the past yet unafraid of moving forward. The Medium-C, hard-rock maple neck features an easy-playing satin finish, and Plek-dressed medium-jumbo nickel frets deliver silky playability. What's more, the JB features an innovative Leo Fender-designed Saddle-Lock bridge to transfer string energy right into the body end-grain for an incredibly resonant instrument.