Description
GME ABL014 White Double Swivel Round Marine Antenna Base for AW36xx Whips
The white double swivel round marine antenna base in the GME ABL01x series, the ABL014 shares the same ground-independent design, fast-fit FME connector, 5m lead assembly, and frequency-coded insert system as the rectangular ABL013 and ABL013B variants, with a round base plate and double swivel two-axis adjustment.
Product overview
The GME ABL014 is the white double swivel round marine antenna base in the ABL01x series, designed for the AW36xx range of GME marine antennas. It shares the same ground-independent design, fast-fit FME connector, 5m lead assembly, and frequency-coded insert system as the rectangular ABL013 and ABL013B variants, with a round base plate rather than rectangular, and double swivel adjustment for two-axis angular positioning.
The round base is particularly suited to stanchion tops, mast mounts, and circular tube mounting configurations where a rectangular base footprint would not align or seat correctly. The double swivel provides full mounting angle flexibility for positioning the antenna vertically regardless of the mounting surface angle. The black version of this base is the ABL014B.
Features and benefits
Round base plate: Suited to stanchion tops, mast mounts, and circular tube or rail mounting configurations where a rectangular base would not seat correctly.
Double swivel adjustment: Two-axis adjustment for optimal antenna positioning across angled or non-flat mounting surfaces.
White nylon construction: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, suited to white-hull and white-superstructure vessels.
Suits all AW36xx series whips: Plug-and-play compatibility with the full GME AW36xx marine antenna whip range.
Ground-independent design: No conductive hull required, suiting fibreglass, aluminium, and GRP vessels.
FME connector included: Fast-fit, no-solder whip connection and removal.
5m lead assembly included: Ready-to-route cable for most vessel installations.
Frequency-coded inserts included: VHF, AM/FM, and 27MHz colour-coded inserts for frequency identification across multiple antenna installations.
Black version available: The ABL014B is the black nylon equivalent of this base.
Technical specs
| Specification |
Detail |
| SKU |
ABL014 |
| Brand |
GME |
| Type |
Double Swivel Round Marine Antenna Base |
| Colour |
White |
| Material |
White Nylon |
| Swivel |
Double Swivel |
| Base Shape |
Round |
| Design |
Ground Independent |
| Compatible Whips |
GME AW36xx Series |
| Cable/Lead |
5m Lead Assembly |
| Connector |
FME (Included) |
| Inserts Included |
VHF, AM/FM, 27MHz Colour-Coded Inserts |
| Black Version |
ABL014B |
Compatible with
The ABL014 is compatible with the full GME AW36xx series marine antenna whips, suited to VHF marine, AM/FM, and 27MHz CB antenna installations. Suitable for fibreglass, aluminium, and GRP vessel hulls, as well as stanchion tops, mast mounts, and round tube mounting locations. The black equivalent is the GME ABL014B for matching pair installations.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose a round base over a rectangular base?
Round bases suit mounting surfaces or fittings that have a circular form, such as stanchion tops, mast caps, rail-end fittings, and round tube adapters. A rectangular base cannot seat evenly or align correctly on these curved surfaces, while a round base centres and seats flush. If mounting on a flat deck surface, either base shape can work and the choice is then aesthetic or based on installation preference.
How does the ABL014 differ from the ABL013?
The ABL013 is a single swivel, rectangular base in white. The ABL014 is a double swivel, round base in white. Both share the same white nylon material, 5m lead assembly, FME connector, AW36xx whip compatibility, ground-independent design, and frequency-coded inserts. The base shape and swivel count are the differentiating factors.
What is the ABL01x series?
The ABL01x series is GME's modular range of plug-and-play marine antenna bases for AW36xx whips, covering single and double swivel variants and round or rectangular base plates in both black and white. The ABL014 is the white, double swivel, round option, alongside the ABL013, ABL013B, ABL014B, ABL012B, and other variants in the range.
What does the double swivel allow that a single swivel doesn't?
A single swivel adjusts in one plane. A double swivel adds a second independent pivot, allowing angular correction in two planes simultaneously so the antenna can be positioned truly vertical even when mounted on a raked surface, angled stanchion, or non-horizontal deck area. This is the key advantage of double swivel bases in complex marine mounting situations.
What frequency inserts are included with the ABL014 and what do they indicate?
The ABL014 includes colour-coded inserts for VHF, AM/FM, and 27MHz. The inserts attach to the base and colour-match with the corresponding whip type for easy visual identification of which antenna serves which radio system, particularly useful on vessels with multiple antenna bases installed.
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