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I transitioned from an EBMM SR5 at the time and definitely felt the politeness of the 'new' Barts vs LH3. This was both on and off stage. The Barts were just smooth and modern while the SR5 is naturally aggressive. The LH3 isn't as aggressive as the SR5 but closer to it on the tonal spectrum than the Barts.
Yes it is highly inaccurate to base the tonal properties of the Bart package in a different bass. After swapping them out of my 55-94D, i dropped them in a MTD Kingston Heir 5 (perfect drop in except a hole needed to be drilled out for the MM pickup coil tap switch) which was a definite improvement over stock. It had some growl and bite as well as being quite open and articulate. A very surprising difference over what i had experienced when they were in the 55-94D.
That's the thing about ears, everyone's are different! Amp and cab settings and preferences make this a purely interpretive debate.
However, the "old Bart's" the I have played were in Pedulla's and replacements in basses past. This could make me totally unqualified to answer.
Yes it is highly inaccurate to base the tonal properties of the Bart package in a different bass. After swapping them out of my 55-94D, i dropped them in a MTD Kingston Heir 5 (perfect drop in except a hole needed to be drilled out for the MM pickup coil tap switch) which was a definite improvement over stock. It had some growl and bite as well as being quite open and articulate. A very surprising difference over what i had experienced when they were in the 55-94D.
Is that a Skyline or US? I thought that all Laklands used Allen/Hex tools to adjust the truss. Where did you buy that one? I could be wrong, but something doesn't look right.
Doude, what's your take. You know Pedigo...
You guys are 100% correct...(shocking!).
Well, the truss rod access being a Phillips head took me by surprise. The owner had no idea, I could not find an online whisper of it being an early Lakland feature, and the guitar is in ridiculously mint condition.
I am no Lakland expert, and I became a little anxious regarding authenticity. I sent out several emails to people that would know, and promptly received a reply from none other than Dan Lakin himself confirming the originality. No one else responded.
What a great guy! To take the time to reassure a nobody like me that some used bass made by a company he is no longer affiliated with is correct. Seems like a small thing, but for me it was extremely important. I will always remember his generosity and graciousness.
Ok, so the bass is fantastic, but wants a little truss rod tightening and bridge saddle setup. At first I thought that I might need to remove the neck to access the Phillips head, not an appealing picture given that I don't believe a screw has ever been touched or turned on this one since it left the factory. Additionally, popping the neck out of a Candy Apple Red body could easily chip or crack the finish around the neck pocket.
However, I have discovered that an offset Phillips head screwdriver, widely available at many hardware websites, should do the job without any drama.
This is the first Jazz-style bass I have owned in many, many years, and only my second Lakland. Really excited to explore the tonal range offered.
Here's my other Lakie, a '99 55-94
Well, the truss rod access being a Phillips head took me by surprise. The owner had no idea, I could not find an online whisper of it being an early Lakland feature, and the guitar is in ridiculously mint condition.
I am no Lakland expert, and I became a little anxious regarding authenticity. I sent out several emails to people that would know, and promptly received a reply from none other than Dan Lakin himself confirming the originality. No one else responded.
What a great guy! To take the time to reassure a nobody like me that some used bass made by a company he is no longer affiliated with is correct. Seems like a small thing, but for me it was extremely important. I will always remember his generosity and graciousness.
Ok, so the bass is fantastic, but wants a little truss rod tightening and bridge saddle setup. At first I thought that I might need to remove the neck to access the Phillips head, not an appealing picture given that I don't believe a screw has ever been touched or turned on this one since it left the factory. Additionally, popping the neck out of a Candy Apple Red body could easily chip or crack the finish around the neck pocket.
However, I have discovered that an offset Phillips head screwdriver, widely available at many hardware websites, should do the job without any drama.
This is the first Jazz-style bass I have owned in many, many years, and only my second Lakland. Really excited to explore the tonal range offered.
Here's my other Lakie, a '99 55-94
Mine is a 2000 and has a hex truss rod. They must have made the switch between 99 and Y2K
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So you are the lucky one to get that 55-94. I've been contemplating about getting that when it was posted on here. Nice to see it again.
Sshhhhh don't spill. I'm trying to find his address now and camp outside his house with a big signboard saying "Sell me that 55-94".Uh oh Hidesert, looks like you picked up a stalker
Seriously though. I still regret why I didn't go for that. It really is a beauty.
Sshhhhh don't spill. I'm trying to find his address now and camp outside his house with a big signboard saying "Sell me that 55-94".
Seriously though. I still regret why I didn't go for that. It really is a beauty.
Classic, glad you took that in the spirit as it was intended.
I feel your pain, there's been a few basses I passed on that later wished I hadn't. But then something else came along and I forgot all about them. GAS does have it's advantages too.
Of course that's the way how it should be.Classic, glad you took that in the spirit as it was intended.
I feel your pain, there's been a few basses I passed on that later wished I hadn't. But then something else came along and I forgot all about them. GAS does have it's advantages too.
I know. I got this instead so I can't really complain.
Just gave Carl a call. Going up there next week to give Lee Loo her 6 month check-up and to have him sign the back of the headstock. Then the bass truly will be complete!
