LAKLAND OWNERS GROUP #26

[MarkusBass]

Your package is on time with a scheduled delivery date of 09/29/2009. Mwah Mwah Mwahhhhhh

Tracking ResultsTracking Number: 1Z248R*$#46733&
Status: In Transit
Scheduled Delivery Date: 09/29/2009
Shipped To: SAN RAFAEL, CA, US
Shipped/Billed On: 09/22/2009 Type: Package Service: GROUND Weight: 22.00 Lbs


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Oh...your so stealth Ferg

 

[GregC]

I'd consider a maple board if the body was the right color, for sure!

Well, you've got five Lakies in five different colors, so I guess the "right color" is a pretty short list.

 

[MarkusBass]

Well, you've got five Lakies in five different colors, so I guess the "right color" is a pretty short list.

Yep! I'm a designer...I'm picky! What else do you want me to say? I like the contrast of the frets and the rosewood. One of my basses is ebony remember?

 

[blondmix3]

In the past I hated Maple on basses (but preferred it on my guitars), but now I really prefer the feel of it (not going to get into a debate on sound differences). I also really dig the looks, ESPECIALLY with blocks....

 

[Royce Hayes]

How about maple from the 1st-->11th fret and rosewood the rest of the way. You'd be a trend setter

If you can't decide, get rosewood with maple blocks. Sometimes, you gotta go with US.

 

[YCBass]

Hey Guys, I posted my new to me 55-94 a few pages back - can I get a number?!!!

Also, I was thinking about it last night... I love the 55-XX feel and tone, but I must admit that for looks alonge I am not absolutely in love with the body shape (as comfortable as it is)... I thought it would be awesome to have a DJ5 shaped bass but with the electronics/control layout of a 55-XX - meaning no pickguard or control plate, etc. Anyone with me? Too bad the odds of that happening is next to nothing.

 

[blondmix3]

Hey Guys, I posted my new to me 55-94 a few pages back - can I get a number?!!!

Also, I was thinking about it last night... I love the 55-XX feel and tone, but I must admit that for looks alonge I am not absolutely in love with the body shape (as comfortable as it is)... I thought it would be awesome to have a DJ5 shaped bass but with the electronics/control layout of a 55-XX - meaning no pickguard or control plate, etc. Anyone with me? Too bad the odds of that happening is next to nothing.

PM "nubs" for a number, and check out Link Removed for more good stuff.
I definitely know what you're saying with the 55's. Lately I've definitely been leaning towards more traditional looks. They will custom build one for you, this is a mockup that I took to Dan and may still eventually order....

 

[blondmix3]

OK Ferg... you keep showing me up, and Stuart is getting a bit jealous wanting some face time, so here goes....

 

[Musicman20]

WHat kind of board is that? Birdseye?

 

[JEDI BASS]

heres a rare 55-76 on ebay, right now its pretty cheap but im sure the price will rise quite a bit.

http://cgi.ebay.com/1997-Lakland-mo...mQQssPageNameZRSS:B:SRCH:US:101#ht_500wt_1013

SWEET

 

[Royce Hayes]

PM "nubs" for a number, and check out Link Removed for more good stuff.
I definitely know what you're saying with the 55's. Lately I've definitely been leaning towards more traditional looks. They will custom build one for you, this is a mockup that I took to Dan and may still eventually order....

Cute kid!
You know, you could combine your current bass with your dream bass. The BG prototype would look awesome with a maple/ebony block fingerboard. A little Halloween-ish.

 

[GregC]

OK Ferg... you keep showing me up, and Stuart is getting a bit jealous wanting some face time, so here goes....

Great pictures, Randy! (Yours are outstanding, too, Ferg--no fighting ). By the way, Stuart has far less drool than Doug would in the presence of that bass!

 

[blondmix3]

Cute kid!
You know, you could combine your current bass with your dream bass. The BG prototype would look awesome with a maple/ebony block fingerboard. A little Halloween-ish.

The wheels may or may not already be in motion......

(don't look at the avatar, lol)

 

[blondmix3]

Great pictures, Randy! (Yours are outstanding, too, Ferg--no fighting ). By the way, Stuart has far less drool than Doug would in the presence of that bass!

Thanks Greg! Yeah, Stuart is a bit spoiled. He's never lived a Lakland-free day in his life

 

[JEDI BASS]

Hey Guys, I posted my new to me 55-94 a few pages back - can I get a number?!!!

Also, I was thinking about it last night... I love the 55-XX feel and tone, but I must admit that for looks alonge I am not absolutely in love with the body shape (as comfortable as it is)... I thought it would be awesome to have a DJ5 shaped bass but with the electronics/control layout of a 55-XX - meaning no pickguard or control plate, etc. Anyone with me? Too bad the odds of that happening is next to nothing.

I remember (before getting my 1st Lakland) NOT digging the 55 body shape's looks. But, the features and reputation drew me in. I agreed to buy my 55-94 without having ever seen or played a Lakland. It took about 2 seconds in my hands, to totally fall in love w/ the bass. Now, I can't remember why I didn't dig the body shape.

I felt the same about the DJ5's shape. Bought one off the 'bay and fell in love, wish I coulda kept it and wired it in series.

The JO5.... I've always loved it's looks! Miss that bass too!

where's my kleenex

 

[JEDI BASS]

Stuart knows to play near the neck for that FAT DEEP tone.

 

[blondmix3]

WHat kind of board is that? Birdseye?

Yeah, it's a mellow birdseye. Subtle but nice.

 

[blondmix3]

Stuart knows to play near the neck for that FAT DEEP tone.

Today was his first lesson. He should have some gigs lined up next weekend

 

[fergbassplayer]

Nice -atta Boy!!!!! Beautiful Pics and I know how proud you feel too!

OK Ferg... you keep showing me up, and Stuart is getting a bit jealous wanting some face time, so here goes....

 

[YCBass]

I remember (before getting my 1st Lakland) NOT digging the 55 body shape's looks. But, the features and reputation drew me in. I agreed to buy my 55-94 without having ever seen or played a Lakland. It took about 2 seconds in my hands, to totally fall in love w/ the bass. Now, I can't remember why I didn't dig the body shape.

It's funny you say that because almost as soon as I posted that remark I looked at pics of mine and other 55's and I questioned myself. I think the lower horn just looks a bit short, but I think that's why it's as comfy as it is and access to high frets is great, unlike a J style 5 (my other bass).