Lakland Owners Group #22

[HaPpYfAcE]

Anyways, what's the gauges of the nickels? I'm pretty sure these are your MTDs, although Jesse restrung the B thru the body and the taper doesn't reach the saddle now. Still works OK though.

meh...didn't bother me and it works ok, yep.

 

[G On Bass]

Anyways, what's the gauges of the nickels? I'm pretty sure these are your MTDs, although Jesse restrung the B thru the body and the taper doesn't reach the saddle now. Still works OK though.

I always use the custom medium set (45-65-85-105-135x). The regular mediums are the same except they have a 130x B.

 

[GregC]

I got a question for all you Lakland'ers out there. Im torn between getting a new 55-02 deluxe, or a used 5-94 deluxe. Of course the used american model is more expensive, so I thought I'd ask you guys for a comparison.

I would like to know if they are both tonal different, or if one plays better than the other.
Any information would be appriciated.

Thanks.

Tonally...they are probably slightly different, but the neck will feel nicer on the 55-94. Built quality will be better with the 55-94 too, but not saying Skylines aren't built great.

+1 on this. Also, the Skylines come only with ash bodies, while the 55-94s could be alder, ash or possibly even mahogany. US necks are amazing. I would say in this market, go looking for a used 55-94--you can probably get a great deal, if you're patient.

 

[Dan Knowlton]

I just replaced the original Bartolini setup on my 55-94 with the LH pickups/tone controls. I like them a good bit better than the Barts - I'm leaving to set up in a bit and will get to see how they fit in the mix this weekend. I'm not sure of who is playing - the musician lineup runs the range of bass, drums and keys to bass, drums, percussionists (2), piano, keyboards, acoustic guitar, electric guitar and up to 45 strings/winds. I guess I'll see what is up when I get there!

Anyway, through my Glock/Tri-115 rig the pickups seem to have a bit more aggessiveness and "up front" tone compared to the Barts. Still on the darker side tone-wise but probably about half-way between the Barts and the Duncans.

Dan K.

 

[bamabass]

Congrats!! Gotta pic from them that you can post?

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[E-Mac]

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[bamabass]

Thanks Emac....I appreciate it

 

[MarkusBass]

Sweet!

 

[bamabass]

Hmmmm...with the new 55-02, should I install a pickguard? My JO and BG are both 3TB with black guards and I like it....should I put a black guard on this one too? Does double sided tape mess with the finish? If I do one, it would be with tape, not putting holes in it. Anyone have any pics of a 3TB 55-02 with a black p/g?

So many questions....

 

[basspraiser]

Yeah, really! That's like, DOUBLE the time it usually takes!

You guys realize that collectively in ONLY the lakland threads, you guys are WELL over 22,000 posts?! haha

Be honest. who comes on TB only for this thread?

Many of us.....I peruse the other threads but this is the draw for me!!!

 

[basspraiser]

My new-to-me Lakies for the new thread. I love'em!

Greg - sweet and sweet!!!! I am so jealous!!! I went after that BG 2-3 times!!!! and you get it! ironic (kind of)......at least I will get to play it now and again!!!

congrats again on 2 terrific basses.....any comments on how they compare to the Skylines??

 

[basspraiser]

... and that I traded John for this beautiful Black Cherry 44-02??

that is a cool color Terry!!! it is unique (KEEP IT!!!)
how do you like the DJ?

 

[Brim]

Tonally...they are probably slightly different, but the neck will feel nicer on the 55-94. Built quality will be better with the 55-94 too, but not saying Skylines aren't built great.

+1

Having tasted my 1st US lakland, they do seem to have a little something more special to them. The skylines are still some of the best bang for the buck basses you can get (on par with EBMM american-made basses I would say).

 

[basspraiser]

... and that I have sworn off fretless for life?
You guys kick my butt if I ever think of getting another one. I lost my tail on the fretless Glaub.

BTW anyone interested in a fretless Glaub Neck??

Hmmm....a fretless Glaub.....hmmmm.....I was playing my BG P/J this weekend (will be playing it in church tomorrow) and wow....I had forgotten how great a pure P sounds....fretless, it may sound cool as well....let me give it some thought...PM m with a price...

as for fretless....common Terry - OK - I will kick your butt (I promise!!! )

 

[basspraiser]

YIKES I really can't see how this is possible! That's just embarrassing!

It sure is....that is a couple in arow where you beat me!!! I gotta get on more!!!!

 

[basspraiser]

I already have another new bass and a replacement neck for yet another bass on the way, so those don't count....

 

[basspraiser]

it's back in my hands!

no posts for me for the rest of the night!

oh yeh!!!! how is it???? how does the coating effect the sound? I should be taking mine in on Monday.....

and while I am there....I am going to puruse the "scratch and dent" collection.....cannot afford anything but....gotta look....

after playing my BG again....I am really falling in love with the P and J config.....maybe I need a 5 banger in that config....we'll see.....

 

[basspraiser]

Duh... just saw the link.... hmmmmm, light blue or dark blue on white?!?!??

Both look cool....here are some pics for you to decide upon:

The grey blue is REALLY cool....the dark blue is a little more more dramatic.....it has alot more character than what is shown in the picture...

 

[basspraiser]

4-07! Ah, that's the one. I always say "44" rather than just "4". Anyhow, your 4-07 looks sweet. Wouldn't mind one of those at all..

Xavier....the -07 series is cool....the double ChiSonics really are rolling thunda'

here is my 55-07:

anyone for a Markus Orange 55-07???

 

[basspraiser]

Sweet! Ryan Owens' USJO (Robbie Seay Band)...I had my eye on that one.

Xavier....Greg got BOTH of his from Ryan!!! He is a cool guy...almost got to hang with him for a day but they got a gig and did not have a "stop over" in Chi town!!!

hopefully soon.....