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[quote name='cocco' timestamp='1398583247' post='2435386'] I'm about to restring my Lakland Bob Glaub with a set of rounds (boomers) and I have the option of stringing either way, thanks to the awesome Lakland Bridge. Previously I've always gone through the body because... Well I don't actually know why, it just seemed the best option. What are the merits of each? Is it going to make a blind bit of difference in the real world? [/quote] First of all congrats on owning a Glaub...really great P basses. Second of all congrats for stringing it with rounds instead of the latest trend of using hideous flats (imo of course). I always used to string my Lakland Darryl Jones through the body (yes, the Lakland bridge is an excellent bit of hardware) - then I started to string it through the bridge. In all honesty I never noticed a blind bit of difference. Having said that I concentrate more on the music that I am contributing towards making instead of analysing every aspect of the actual tool of my trade to the nth degree!

Nothing oddball about it. I really admire musicians that have the courage to break outwith the standard formula. Music is art...there are no rules.

They may look totally unoriginal...but if his previous track record is anything to go by they will be very very good. I would rather have a Lakland Skyline than an MIA Fender btw.

I know that this will be of no use to the OP but I have always found asking for [i]others [/i]opinions on [i]comparisons[/i] between different [i]basses [/i]to be an utterly [i]pointless [/i]exercise due to subjectivity. The best way for the OP to [i]discover [/i]what is, for them, [i]the truth [/i]is [i]by personal experience[/i]. Play them and discover........

Too many to mention...............

[quote name='Pestie' timestamp='1398519084' post='2434905'] Hello Everyone Another daft question from me please. [/quote] There is no such thing as a daft question! I agree with the previously posted sentiments...change the battery every 12 months and don't leave the lead plugged in.

Ever tried a 5 string Lakland?

In business reputation is everything......

Very cool. Congrats!

I like Ash bodies and I also like Alder bodies....they will both work equally well on your bass.

Congrats, this is excellent!

How often do these come up?

G&L L2000 tribute. Ticks every box. Monster bass.

If you are happy with the Warwick do not sell it. IMHO the Ibanez SR's (500 upwards) are worthy of replacing a Warwick...but the ATK's are not.

Disagree...love the bass, particularly the PJ. Great looking rock machine. No skyline though...it will be expensive.

Putting the topic aside I would add that the Lakland DD is a superb P bass...it must be even sweeter with the added jazz pup!

Great starter bass...go for it! Good luck.

[quote name='leschirons' timestamp='1397678664' post='2426466'] Due to me being one of those weirdos where a 34" scale feels great and a 35" doesn't, I was wondering how people get on with a scale length that extends from 34" to 37" depending on the string you're playing. [/quote] You are not a weirdo....you are unique... You are you!. 35" doesn't work for me either, it has a to be 34". I cant answer your question as I have never played a Dingwall...but I would love to try one out for size someday.

No offence, but to to the casual observer this would appear to be an utterly pointless money burning exercise. The stock Lakland bridge is an excellent bit of hardware.

[b] [i][color=#222222]"I'm skint and in debt, a perfect time to buy a Fender jazz right?"[/color][/i][/b] Wrong. If you are skint and in debt it is the worst possible time to buy a Fender jazz ...or any other bass. Play the bass that you already have, concentrate on the art of mastering the bass and become a better player instead - it's free.

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1397320878' post='2422814'] Actually, I'm quite good but you can't really say that about yourself, can you? [/quote] Well I think you can...because despite being humble would also say objectively that I am a very good player! With that said I readily admit that I could be better, and to this end I am always extremely grateful to be offered feedback that will advance my ability and knowledge. There is however no shame in admitting that you are good at something. Agree with your previous sentiment....most of the players that I have ever met who were obsessive about technicalities and owned a fleet of incredible high end basses were not very good.

[quote name='discreet' timestamp='1397221897' post='2421945'] Tru dat. Page after page of tech stuff and GAS-related posts, but not much about actual [i]playing[/i]. Look at the low turnout for the monthly Composition Challenge - you'd think that listening to and discussing other members' music would be top priority, but it isn't. [/quote] ...you sir, are on the money!

[quote name='Damonjames' timestamp='1397159389' post='2421373'] Hey guys, while in my local shop I have fallen for another temptress... All the hype about pino playing with NIN got me thinking about getting a fretless, and as fate being as cruel as she is, has placed a fretless stingray 5 in my local. Now I don't sway easy in shops, most of the stuff I can take or leave, but this had me showing the physical symptoms of full blown GAS like never before. So before I put this beauty on finance, I thought I'd ask, how much use do you get out of your fretless? I know I will use it at home for some stuff, and possible one or two songs in my current band, but is it really worth having one? Or should I let her slip away? Any advice would be great! [/quote] Okay then, here is some wisdom..... Don't buy it (if you are taking finance you CANT afford it)...it is a passing fad.....you have enough basses already...focus on your playing instead and become a better player...it's all any non bass player will care about anyway. You're welcome.