Lakland Owners Group #69

[ShowKing]

I've used it on several basses and guitars with BEM, RW, ebony and phenolic fretboards for a couple of years with no issues thus far. See tip #2 if the board feels a little too slippery after using it.

Tips:
1. Wear gloves, not because it's toxic. When I sit down to do work on a bass, it's usually more than one thing. Wearing gloves just makes it quicker to move on to the other tasks without having to stop and wash the stuff off my hands. Plus, the oxidation that is on your frets will create a black residue that will get all over your fingers.
2. I use spent dryer sheets to wipe up any excess - they absorb Gorgomyte and also help 'buff' the frets.
3. Cut the Gorgomyte sheets into 2"x2" sections - that's all you really need for one neck. When one side turns completely black, flip it over and use the other side. The dryer sheet(s) will take care of the rest of the black residue.

It also conditions RW and ebony rather nicely.

Thanks for the reply. I've heard Gorgomyte advises to be careful with maple boards that are not finished as it may darken the maple.
Was your experience with unfinished maple like Lakland basses?
I have a bass that has a glossy maple fretboard so I think that should be fine but my others feel either unfinished or have a very thin finish.

 

[overbybr]

Anyone have experience using Gorgomyte on their Lakland?
I have a pack coming and I intend to clean my frets and fretboard with it but what worries me is whether it is safe on Lakland's birdseye maple fretboard.

I use it frequently, it does a great job at conditioning the wood and it really cleans the frets nicely. It does take some elbow grease though, depending on the condition of your frets

 

[ShowKing]

I use it frequently, it does a great job at conditioning the wood and it really cleans the frets nicely. It does take some elbow grease though, depending on the condition of your frets

Was your experience with maple fretboards that are unfinished like on a Lakland?

 

[Black Bart]

As long as you wipe it up with the dryer sheets right after cleaning you should be fine. I haven't seen any darkening issues. It's a matter of removing all the residue, pay special attention to where the frets meet the fretboard - make sure those are clear of gunk.

 

[overbybr]

Was your experience with maple fretboards that are unfinished like on a Lakland?

No, just RW and Wenge

 

[ShowKing]

No, just RW and Wenge

As long as you wipe it up with the dryer sheets right after cleaning you should be fine. I haven't seen any darkening issues. It's a matter of removing all the residue, pay special attention to where the frets meet the fretboard - make sure those are clear of gunk.

Thanks guys!

 

[fergbassplayer]

Thanks Guys! Yep Randy - young Jameson right? I've been busy recorded some tunes on the 5J01 last week...Have to drop over to the LOG now...

Haha, and if I recall correctly, our boys are almost exactly the same age... coincidence? LOL

 

[basspraiser]

Thanks.

The more I play it the more I agree.....she ain't goin' nowheres

that is good news!!!! But if......if.....

You just asked him how much the Farm weighs.

I guess I did....for some reason I thought he was selling the 55-02....still interested in the weight regardless...

oh well....a farm can weigh a lot....My wife owns a portion of 2....never put them on a scale but....

Thanks for the advice basspraiser and kinetic - ordered Fralins from Perfect Bass yesterday!

anytime....you will like them!

 

[basspraiser]

Thanks Guys! Yep Randy - young Jameson right? I've been busy recorded some tunes on the 5J01 last week...Have to drop over to the LOG now...

GREAT to "see" you Ferg!

cannot wait to hear the song....

call me when you get some time...we need to catch up.

 

[Black Bart]

that is good news!!!! But if......if.....

Down boy, down!

 

[Killens84]

I'm in with my first ever Lakland... A brand new 55-14. I got it a week and a half ago, but just installed the pickguard today. I've already played four gigs with it, and it's really quite an amazing bass. It feels and sounds incredible.

 

[Black Bart]

Beautiful! Congratulations! Digging the black and red.

 

[lomo]

Nice. IMO the 5514 is a great idea. I hope they change the available colors annually. I like the pearloid 'guard on red.

 

[Killens84]

Beautiful! Congratulations! Digging the black and red.

Nice. IMO the 5514 is a great idea. I hope they change the available colors annually. I like the pearloid 'guard on red.

Thanks! I'm loving it so far. I had a hard time choosing between the ash/maple model and one of the alder/rosewood models. I went with the alder/rosewood just because I preferred this color combo. I added the pickguard to make the bass more eye-catching. My only experience with a 55-94 is from playing some at a music store. But from what I can tell, the 55-14 is every bit the same quality as the 55-94.

 

[Peter Lufrano]

Y'all would know where I could located this bass, would ya?
I foolishly sold it several years ago, and I would very much like to require it.

 

[overbybr]

Y'all would know where I could located this bass, would ya?
I foolishly sold it several years ago, and I would very much like to require it.

I remember seeing it in the TB classifieds, but I assume that was your FS ad. Try looking back through your feedback history to find the transaction, then contact the buyer.

 

[lomo]

But from what I can tell, the 55-14 is every bit the same quality as the 55-94.

There is no quality or tonal difference. It's 100% USA Lakie through and through WIN!!!

 

[ShowKing]

I'm in with my first ever Lakland... A brand new 55-14. I got it a week and a half ago, but just installed the pickguard today. I've already played four gigs with it, and it's really quite an amazing bass. It feels and sounds incredible.View attachment 410326

Good decision with the pickguard!

 

[GregC]

Thanks! I'm loving it so far. I had a hard time choosing between the ash/maple model and one of the alder/rosewood models. I went with the alder/rosewood just because I preferred this color combo. I added the pickguard to make the bass more eye-catching. My only experience with a 55-94 is from playing some at a music store. But from what I can tell, the 55-14 is every bit the same quality as the 55-94.

Congrats! Excellent score.

 

[GregC]

Y'all would know where I could located this bass, would ya?
I foolishly sold it several years ago, and I would very much like to require it.

I bet you aren't the only one who regrets selling that beauty.