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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #15 on: February 10, 2022, 10:09:46 AM »
I can understand how this might happen as the JB seems to be the only 20 fret "vintage spec" model in the Tribute line. Did the incorrect 21-fret neck have a rounded heel like the 20 fret version or a square heel like the rest of the line?

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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #16 on: February 10, 2022, 01:26:10 PM »
I haven't looked at the neck, but I will.

Just received this response from G&L:

Hi Albert,
Pleasure speaking with you, your return authorization number is (XXXXXXX) use this number for reference in case you have any questions. We will be shipping out a replacement neck out to you under warranty via FED EX, if you have any questions email me back, all the best.

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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #17 on: February 11, 2022, 01:18:42 PM »
  Glad that worked out for you!
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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #18 on: February 20, 2022, 08:29:03 PM »
The replacement neck arrived today via FedEx.  it's a nice snug fit.  I transferred the hardware and found that the fret work was better done than on the original, which is nice.

Now it intonates properly and I like the satin finish on the neck.

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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #19 on: February 20, 2022, 09:22:58 PM »
That's a great looking bass. I'm glad it worked ou!

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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #20 on: February 20, 2022, 09:43:11 PM »
I'm glad it worked out for you. Props to G&L.

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Re: G&L intonation problem
« Reply #21 on: February 27, 2022, 10:39:48 AM »
Beautiful bass, and I'm really impressed with G&L for making it right.