Lakland Owners Group #69

[Joeykun]

My 55-02 is a solid 10+ lbs. It’s not bad. But, my 55-AJ is only 8 lbs. and it is a big difference on the shoulder switching between them.

 

[Jamvan]

My 55-02 is a solid 10+ lbs. It’s not bad. But, my 55-AJ is only 8 lbs. and it is a big difference on the shoulder switching between them.
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My no. 1 55-60 (Old Glory) is a heavy one weighing in at right around 11lbs. It was untenable until I found a good 4” strap. The only nights it’s an issue is the 4 hour bar gigs which are rarer and rarer for me (thankfully).

 

[MaxSpinrun]

I am fortunate, my Skyline 44-01 is 8.5 lbs. very comfortable

 

[Ric Vice]

For some reason my 55-94 Lined Fretless feels lighter than my 55-94 Fretted. I need to get a better measuring device.

 

[GrooveDaddy]

My 2000 55-Dual J is a comfy 8.5 lbs, and my 2013 Skyline 55-02 is about 9.0 lbs ... guess I'm relatively fortunate.

 

[overbybr]

For some reason my 55-94 Lined Fretless feels lighter than my 55-94 Fretted. I need to get a better measuring device.

It should…it has no frets

 

[JEDI BASS]

Finding lightweight ash, especially for imports, has to be very hard nowadays. Northern ash (heavy - usually VERY heavy) may be what they’re now using since swamp ash is nearly gone, and remaining pieces are priced super high. I don’t buy northern ash body blanks. If basswood, pine, and other affordable lightweight woods are good enough for G&L and EBMM, I’ll use ‘em too! And, I think Lākland should start considering ash alternatives for Skylines. IIRC, sassafras looks nearly identical, for transparent finishes, and is readily available.

 

[markob]

No hi-jack intended. Are there any "real" differences between the US Classics and US Customs other than what's advertised? (Limited features and price obviously) I'm curious about the US 44-60 "Classic".

I'm a very happy owner of a US 44-51m and former owner of a 55-64 Skyline.

Thanks for any opinions and knowledge shared.

 

[lomo]

Barely 8 lbs, chambered 54JJ. Clementine is my #1. Any excuse to show her off again

 

[Yummy Notes]

Are there any "real" differences between the US Classics and US Customs other than what's advertised? (Limited features and price obviously)

Short answer, no. The differences would be more along the lines of "bells & whistles," like quilted/flame translucent finish, mother of pearl markers, binding, matching headstock, etc.

Sometimes those bells & whistles matter, sometimes they don't.

On a personal note, before I ordered my US 55-94, I spoke with the folks at Lakland about potentially ordering a classic US 55-14. For me, once I was above a certain price point the custom made more sense and I figured I should get all of the options I wanted because I knew it was going to be a keeper.

 

[JEDI BASS]

Barely 8 lbs, chambered 54JJ. Clementine is my #1. Any excuse to show her off again

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Beautiful! That’s a color that is close to my heart

 

[lomo]

Beautiful! That’s a color that is close to my heart

It sounds like honey and plays like a glove......if my house caught fire I'd grab Clementine in 1 hand and my '98 Fender in the other on my way out (since my wife has her own legs and the kids have moved out . )

 

[KevinMG]

Contemplating putting my 55-AJ up for sale. I really like it, and it’s a looker, but I keep gravitating back to the ergonomics of my 55-02. It’s a 2017 model, weighs 9.2 lbs, and sets up with super low action and a straight board. The top pops in good lighting.

PM me if you have any interest. Some pics to whet the appetite of my fellow Lākland lovers.
(Edit: corrected the weight at 9.2lbs)

 

[Joeykun]

Love the 55-AJ’s. If this had a maple fretboard I would seriously grab it!

 

[basspraiser]

Barely 8 lbs, chambered 54JJ. Clementine is my #1. Any excuse to show her off again

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Oh yeah!

 

[MaxSpinrun]

Barely 8 lbs, chambered 54JJ. Clementine is my #1. Any excuse to show her off again

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That is absolutely stunning! Like JJ I LOVE THAT COLOR! Don’t see it very often. Would like to hear some sound clips with those pups. 8 pounds, big plus!

 

[JEDI BASS]

I’m still in awe that my Markus Orange (trans-Orange) Carlo is only 7.3 pounds! It’s a solid body too! She’s got a battle scar already. I may touch it up eventually. But, I’m not worried about bumps and bruises.

 

[Mohawk]

Contemplating putting my 55-AJ up for sale. I really like it, and it’s a looker, but I keep gravitating back to the ergonomics of my 55-02. It’s a 2017 model, weighs 9.2 lbs, and sets up with super low action and a straight board. The top pops in good lighting.

PM me if you have any interest. Some pics to whet the appetite of my fellow Lākland lovers.
(Edit: corrected the weight at 9.2lbs)

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This is making me think of getting one that color with a fretless ebony board and a matching headstock. Somebody stop me!!!

 

[JEDI BASS]

This is making me think of getting one that color with a fretless ebony board and a matching headstock. Somebody stop me!!!

Wrong thread, if you’re looking for someone to tell you NOT to buy a Lakie!

 

[MaxSpinrun]

I’m still in awe that my Markus Orange (trans-Orange) Carlo is only 7.3 pounds! It’s a solid body too! She’s got a battle scar already. I may touch it up eventually. But, I’m not worried about bumps and bruises.View attachment 4744644View attachment 4744645 View attachment 4744647View attachment 4744646View attachment 4744648

I have played that one! So comfy, superb playability.