1988 – Steinberger GL-2T String - Black
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1988 Steinberger GL-2T — Headless Carbon Fiber Composite Electric Guitar — EMG Pickups, TransTrem
Condition: Very Good
Serial: 14 (handwritten — may be a prototype or pre-production designation)
Includes: Guitar as photographed, original Steinberger gig bag, strap
Overview
1988 Steinberger GL2T, the iconic headless solid-body carbon fiber composite electric guitar designed by Ned Steinberger. One-piece molded graphite body and neck with phenolic resin fingerboard, equipped with two EMG humbucker pickups and the patented Steinberger TransTrem transposing tremolo system. Headless design uses the Steinberger string-locking tuner system at the bridge end. All-black finish. Visible cosmetic condition includes light surface wear, handling smudges, and minor dust accumulation around the bridge and hardware. Serial number reads "14" — possibly a prototype or pre-production designation.
Key Details
- Format: Guitar with gig bag
- Year: 1988
- Model: Steinberger GL2T (TransTrem)
- Serial: 14
- Finish: All-black
- Body: One-piece molded graphite/carbon fiber composite, headless design
- Neck: One-piece graphite/carbon fiber composite (integral with body)
- Fingerboard: Phenolic resin, integrated into neck construction
- Inlays: White dot
- Pickups: Two EMG humbuckers
- Bridge/Tremolo: Steinberger TransTrem patented transposing tremolo system
- Tuning System: Steinberger headless string-locking tuners at bridge
- Controls: Volume, Tone, 3-way pickup selector
- Hardware: Black
Inspection & Playability
- No prior tech report available
- Played and confirmed working by the ANALOGr team
- Neck visually straight
- Minimal visible fret wear
- Electronics tested and functioning
- Full inspection will be completed by the ANALOGr team prior to sale
Condition Cosmetic
- General light surface wear, smudges, and handling marks on the body
- Minor dust accumulation in crevices and around the hardware components
- Hardware shows normal signs of light aging but remains structurally intact
Provenance
From Brett Allen Studio Rental Collection.
Shipping
- Professionally packed and fully insured
- White-glove delivery available
- International shipping available
Final Notes
- Each guitar receives a detailed inspection and examination prior to sale
- Brett Allen personally sets up every guitar with correct intonation and fresh strings before shipping
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
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