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I have owned a few Lull basses and they have both had the full string wound on the pegs. I think if you look at them anytime Spencer posts one, it's the same way. I think that's just their thing. Correct me if I'm wrong, @kevk.
Actually, have never discuss their "maximum" string winding technique…but that's definitely how all my mine arrive. They sound just fine. When I restring—typically use less windings, but more out of habit than anything. I haven't notice a difference.in performance.
EDIT/add: I'm guessing it ensures downward string angle beyond the nut for the b/e on 5's (if only 1-string retainer installed) or e/a on 4's.
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Yeah, same. I think it visually looks awesome the way they do it. Like you @TheRealGru, I was unsure about it at first. But like, KevK said, I have never noticed any downsides to it.
Mine are Dunlop Flatwounds so they should practice not come off for a long time. 
I meant to say: they should practically not come off for a long time.
What happened to the edit button? So many changes at TB. Ads, no edit button, what is happening to my community?
What happened to the edit button? So many changes at TB. Ads, no edit button, what is happening to my community?
My first Lull is out for delivery today! Can't wait!
Wow, didn't realize it was gone.I meant to say: they should practically not come off for a long time.
What happened to the edit button? So many changes at TB. Ads, no edit button, what is happening to my community?
There is a major upside for me. I hardly ever need to cut strings on my Lulls.
Time for an IMA4 family pic. The pink J is the newest one, these are my 3 favorite IMA4s. Alder and rw with Lull Jazz pickups on the left, mahogany body and neck in blue, and alder/rw in green.
Such wonderful basses.
Such wonderful basses.
Totally awesome IMA4's there—congrats! So (L—R) batch 8, batch 7, and batch ?
Repeating myself from last year, but just want to a) remind myself how fortunate I am and b) tell all you Lull fans how fantastic the 430 short-scales are. My J430 is solid ash, 7.4lbs, in-house pickups which are quite a bit fuller and meatier than the typical Jazz bass single-coils. Protec now makes a quality Lull-endorsed gig bag for the 430's. Plays and sounds as good as it looks. I'm an Olde Farte now, couldn't manage full scale basses any more. This stellar instrument keeps me playing.
Batch 8 would be my fav if I could ever snag one.
Yeah that thing is unreal. If they did a 32, I might consider it.
How do you find these batches? Are they posted to the website? newsletter? Direct e-mail? I've never seen any stock inventory on the Lull website.
They usually unveil a batch via MLCG's IG…with pics, demo's, and discussion by both Ian and Spencer—a few days prior to release date. You can also sign up for a special IMA newsletter…check with Spencer to get on the list.
The batches are only shown on the website at release day/time…they sell lightening quick! I think Ian has posted several IG pics showing all his batch versions (to date), with discussion of each.
IMA4 Batch #7 neck in the wild on Reverb. I'm just finding this curious. I wouldn't expect individual Lull parts to "escape" the shop. Slots have yet to be cut into the nut...
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Mike Lull IMA4 Batch #7 2025 - Inverness Green - Neck | Reverb
Up for sale is an absolutely gorgeous Mike Lull IMA4 Batch #7 bass neck finished in Inverness Green, which very few in this color were ever built. This neck has never been played, and is ready for your next high-end custom build.The installed bone nut remains completely uncut, confirming the neck...
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