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#85
Glad to see that others are laughing with us Charles! Im also glad to see we are communicating on a more sensible wavelength. As for those who have purchased the Millineums, congrats, they are a fine example of U.S. made basses, at least on a mass production level. I mean that with the truest of intentions, really. And Lakland doesnt make the best basses in the world, if they did, I would have kept the two that I had in the first place. But they do make a great U.S. and Korean bass on their respective price levels. Depends on what you like, but if you are a Fender/ Music Man fan, then you will love the appointments that Lakland has improved upon, including 35 in scale, string through the body, and a great sounding preamp on active models, and awesome Fralins on passive models. Enjoyed the debate Ebozzz, maybe we will do it again sometime. Next time, lets talk about preamps, onboard, outboard, and rackmount.
 
#86
:) I enjoyed it as well. Lakland does indeed make some fine instruments. That's true for both the USA and import lines. Peavey does as well but if we compare their current lineup to Lakland's, Lakland is without a doubt the clear winner.

The thing that bothers me about Peavey is that they will make a good product that usually stays around for a year or so (often less) then it's discontinued for whatever reason. :confused: Their marketing strategy leaves a lot to be desired. I also think that their bass lineup would be better served if they committed to making a few instruments that are going to be available long term rather than the bass of the week, month or year mentality that they exhibit.

Using Lakland as an example...... The 55-94 is a successful product so what does Lakland do? They produce the less expensive Skyline series that makes their product available to a wider range of consumers. The Skylines still aren't cheap in comparison to some of the basses that Peavey offers but they aren't targeting the same consumers.

I'm sure that you know that Peavey was offering 4 American made basses (more if you consider the different Millennium varieties.) a year or so ago. Now they're down to the Cirrus only. Marketing. Why didn't they just offer one Millennium and give the customer the right to choose from the options that were available? That's exactly what they did with the Cirrus. :confused:

Well, enough of that! A discussion of preamps (onboard, outboard, and rackmount) sounds intriguing but I may not have as much to offer on that topic. I'd love to get your thoughts on the matter none the less. Take care and see ya around! ;)
 
#96
Originally posted by Munjibunga
All of this, for sure, but Peavey is so ... uuhhhhh ... Peavey.
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Ain't that the truth! No status required with Peavey gear. It's for the artist that wants to keep it on the DL. Of course, Peavey doesn't have any status in it's favor anyway. ;)

Originally posted by Munjibunga
[fernando lamas] I am a man who knows what I like. And Lakland is a bass for the man who knows what I like. [/fernando lamas]
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:D With that I am officially bowing out of this thread and swiching to decaf coffee. ;)
 
#97
Originally posted by Victor Wooten98
Well, I was looking into getting a Lakland bass, I wanted either a Skyline 55-01 or 55-02, I am going to buy used, but may go with the 01 for $$$ reasons.

I wanted to know what some of you guys think of them.

Or if in the price range or Say $600 and some change either way you could suggest something better.

THANKS!!!
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've tried both the US models and Skyline series basses-they're both excellent basses. Of course, I'd peronally opt for a used US model. But IMHO the Skyline is still a great instrument. It's price obviously also makes it a great value. If you've already ran one through the paces, and it works best for your style, by all means buy one. I'm mainly a 4-stringer, but out of the 5-strings I've tried, the US Lakland blew my mind ( I'm also a fan of the Modulus Q-5. My main bass is a Q-4). Both Lakland models I tried had a great tone and felt very comfortable to play. If I ever find a used US model in my price range, I'll buy it. For the price you've stated for a Skyline, I can't think of a better bass.:)
 
#98
Originally posted by Arthur Poon
've tried both the US models and Skyline series basses-they're both excellent basses. Of course, I'd peronally opt for a used US model. But IMHO the Skyline is still a great instrument. It's price obviously also makes it a great value. If you've already ran one through the paces, and it works best for your style, by all means buy one. I'm mainly a 4-stringer, but out of the 5-strings I've tried, the US Lakland blew my mind ( I'm also a fan of the Modulus Q-5. My main bass is a Q-4). Both Lakland models I tried had a great tone and felt very comfortable to play. If I ever find a used US model in my price range, I'll buy it. For the price you've stated for a Skyline, I can't think of a better bass.:)
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DEAR LORD...THERE IS ANOTHER POON?
 

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