Yup, that's how (active) RDs sound. Love it or hate it. To me they will always sound like a valiant 9 volt battery giving its best. 30 years ago.
Wow a pink Jay Dee!
Good choice, the G 3 is a pleasantly alert, snappy baby without ever sounding tinny. No great fan of the three single coil look, but wen it sounds as good as it does, who am I to complain?!!