bigsmokebass Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 Late night roaming Bass Direct looking at stuff i cant afford, as usual and come upon this . . . I know i've recently gone off five strings but JEEZ! i needs this has anyone tried one of Mike Lull's basses and whats the B on it like? admittedly, im not much of a fretless player but i'd play this More can be found here: [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Lull_P5fless.html"]Bass Direct[/url] BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted July 5, 2012 Share Posted July 5, 2012 I'm currently playing a Lull 3 ts PJ5 with rosewood fb and there is no part of it that is less than fantastic. I wanted a good, modern 5 string Precision that captured the feel, vibe and sound of a vintage Fender. I haven't owned a passive bass since the early 90's so it took some getting used to but the tone, action, balance and feel of this bass is the best I've played for decades. All my bands love it. I still have the Wal and Lakland but they don't get used at all these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1341531139' post='1720717'] I'm currently playing a Lull 3 ts PJ5 with rosewood fb and there is no part of it that is less than fantastic. [/quote] brb, going to rob a bank GAS is getting the best of me haha BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LukeFRC Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='bigsmokebass' timestamp='1341530111' post='1720706'] Late night roaming Bass Direct looking at stuff i cant afford, as usual and come upon this . . . I know i've recently gone off five strings but JEEZ! i needs this has anyone tried one of Mike Lull's basses and whats the B on it like? admittedly, im not much of a fretless player but i'd play this More can be found here: [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Lull_P5fless.html"]Bass Direct[/url] BSB [/quote] so let me get this right... you don't really play fretless.... and you've gone off 5 strings.... but... you want this? why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='LukeFRC' timestamp='1341533790' post='1720731'] so let me get this right... you don't really play fretless.... and you've gone off 5 strings.... but... you want this? why? [/quote] Haha, i know what your thinking but its just a beautiful bass mahn, take a look at it and tell me you wouldnt own that the problem i had with 5 strings is that i never had much use for it with not being in a band and some basses always had a sloppy B than something tight and defined that i find with string thru's and longer scale necks. Fretless? i've only ever had one, being a squier and i only sold it soon after owning it for urgent funds but it would be something i'd learn and play some day, if not an EUB. I've always been a Pbass player at heart, my first bass being one and a 5 string version would be the ultimate dream for but i don't think Fenders are worth the price no longer in comparison to other big named brands (Dingwall, Mike Lull, etc) but yet again, all down to funds. BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBbass Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='bigsmokebass' timestamp='1341530111' post='1720706'] I know i've recently gone off five strings but JEEZ! i needs this + admittedly, im not much of a fretless player but i'd play this [/quote] Sounds like you want a fretted, rosewood 'mocha' Fender P bass to me . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='CBbass' timestamp='1341537415' post='1720747'] Sounds like you want a fretted, rosewood 'mocha' Fender P bass to me . [/quote] my that does sound good, if only someone was selling one BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 I was perusing the Lull section on bass direct yesterday. I quite fancy one of the jazzes with the T-bird pickups and a P profile neck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimBobTTD Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Looks very nice indeed. Make it 34" and do something to [i]that[/i] headstock and I'd be in a state of incurable GAS too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Not for me at all I'm afraid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRedX Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 If you want a Fender-styled bass with a decent B-string, some of the design faults and all the QC issues that Fenders stuffer from sorted out, then a Lull is definitely one to consider. I can't get on with the body shape when wearing it on a strap but that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='JimBobTTD' timestamp='1341559670' post='1720820'] Looks very nice indeed. Make it 34" and do something to [i]that[/i] headstock and I'd be in a state of incurable GAS too! [/quote] Aye, the headstock isnt fancy at all, could be worse i suppose but damn, i still would ;P haha BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='cocco' timestamp='1341557941' post='1720806'] I was perusing the Lull section on bass direct yesterday. I quite fancy one of the jazzes with the T-bird pickups and a P profile neck. [/quote] The blue'ish one? apologies, im colour blind XD does look nice, just not fond on the colour but would make a PHAT Fender/Gibson cross i'd imagine BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 I sure like the PJ's Mike makes. Im not keen on Thunderbirds anyway, but his interpretation would be my first call if it was my type of bass. The headstock is a bit of a 'hmm' point, but I'd get over that. The prices are very high though, so I'd have the be certain about one before taking the plunge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xilddx Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='bigsmokebass' timestamp='1341534329' post='1720733'] Haha, i know what your thinking but its just a beautiful bass mahn, take a look at it and tell me you wouldnt own that the problem i had with 5 strings is that i never had much use for it with not being in a band and some basses always had a sloppy B than something tight and defined that i find with string thru's and longer scale necks. Fretless? i've only ever had one, being a squier and i only sold it soon after owning it for urgent funds but it would be something i'd learn and play some day, if not an EUB. I've always been a Pbass player at heart, my first bass being one and a 5 string version would be the ultimate dream for but i don't think Fenders are worth the price no longer in comparison to other big named brands (Dingwall, Mike Lull, etc) but yet again, all down to funds. BSB [/quote] You'd go off it in 17 weeks and sell it. You have been seduced by a picture. What happens when you see a four string fretted one in the same finish? You sell the fretless five to a BCer, take a £500 hit, and skint yerself. Again. You're a knob. Just like I used to be Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1341589885' post='1721529'] You'd go off it in 17 weeks and sell it. You have been seduced by a picture. What happens when you see a four string fretted one in the same finish? You sell the fretless five to a BCer, take a £500 hit, and skint yerself. Again. You're a knob. Just like I used to be [/quote] Hahah, I do this as well, but I give myself a 'cooling off' period now and try to be sensible. It works as well. Pictures can sell instruments very well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Just play one. It's way better than a picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauBass Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 Really like Mike's basses too but those headstocks are a let down for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 6, 2012 Author Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1341589885' post='1721529'] You'd go off it in 17 weeks and sell it. You have been seduced by a picture. What happens when you see a four string fretted one in the same finish? You sell the fretless five to a BCer, take a £500 hit, and skint yerself. Again. You're a knob. Just like I used to be [/quote] Haha i think for the price it'd be about 3 yearrs before i allow myself to change my mind Love you too, knob BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocco Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='bigsmokebass' timestamp='1341583069' post='1721353'] The blue'ish one? apologies, im colour blind XD does look nice, just not fond on the colour but would make a PHAT Fender/Gibson cross i'd imagine BSB [/quote] That's the one! It would have to be natural, have a maple neck and a jazz control plate (not bothered about a scratch plate) and a P neck but yeah, I think I could get comfortable with one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted July 6, 2012 Share Posted July 6, 2012 [quote name='bigsmokebass' timestamp='1341530111' post='1720706'] Late night roaming Bass Direct looking at stuff i cant afford, as usual and come upon this . . . I know i've recently gone off five strings but JEEZ! i needs this [/quote] Ignore them, Grae. Nige is [i]still [/i]a knob Now sell me your Les Paul to fund this. I'll start at £100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sime17 Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 (edited) [quote name='JimBobTTD' timestamp='1341559670' post='1720820'] Looks very nice indeed. Make it 34" and do something to [i]that[/i] headstock and I'd be in a state of incurable GAS too! [/quote] This ^^ - Dude, long lost twin or what! Small hands mean 34" for me and it can still have a good B. But dude -I have a real headstock snobbery thing going on. Of the Fender-style instruments' headstocks: Fender=standard classic. EBMM=good. Lakland=ok-to-good. Ibanez Blazer=cool twist. Sandberg Californias=just about pulls it off. Overwater J=good. Tanglewater J=just allright. Yamaha BB=meh. G+L=too fussy. Sadowsky=limp. Alleva Coppolo=awful (like a Fender with a sock placed over it). Lull=wanna like em but the headstock=just no. It's all about the curve and the knob on the end, or lack thereof. How can some get it so wrong? Have I gone too far with this? Should I get my coat? Edited July 7, 2012 by sime17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 [quote name='cocco' timestamp='1341615146' post='1722008'] That's the one! It would have to be natural, have a maple neck and a jazz control plate (not bothered about a scratch plate) and a P neck but yeah, I think I could get comfortable with one. [/quote] Have you seen the ESP LTD Surveyers? I know far from a Mike Lull but sounds like your sort of bass BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigsmokebass Posted July 7, 2012 Author Share Posted July 7, 2012 [quote name='Gust0o' timestamp='1341616065' post='1722018'] Ignore them, Grae. Nige is [i]still [/i]a knob Now sell me your Les Paul to fund this. I'll start at £100 [/quote] Ohhh Gus, one thing you forget it is giving me the G3 only makes me selling any of the Gibsons less likely to happen more than happy to let you jam it whenever we cross paths again. Go on, what do you make of te Lull anyway? BSB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimBobTTD Posted July 7, 2012 Share Posted July 7, 2012 [quote name='sime17' timestamp='1341620520' post='1722074'] This ^^ - Dude, long lost twin or what! Small hands mean 34" for me and it can still have a good B. But dude -I have a real headstock snobbery thing going on. Of the Fender-style instruments' headstocks: Fender=standard classic. EBMM=good. Lakland=ok-to-good. Ibanez Blazer=cool twist. Sandberg Californias=just about pulls it off. Overwater J=good. Tanglewater J=just allright. Yamaha BB=meh. G+L=too fussy. Sadowsky=limp. Alleva Coppolo=awful (like a Fender with a sock placed over it). Lull=wanna like em but the headstock=just no. It's all about the curve and the knob on the end, or lack thereof. How can some get it so wrong? Have I gone too far with this? Should I get my coat? [/quote] This is pretty much exactly how I feel. The Lull headstock reminds me far too much of this: Sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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