EssentialTension Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 [quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1390745627' post='2348880'] I have never personally encountered any grounding problems with the chrome shells on these pickups, but I do know that Lakland had a manufacturing problem with the Chi humbuckers - a large proportion of them were not usable from new after due to grounding issues after they had been potted in wax and had to be discarded at the factory - so much so that they discontinued those humbuckers in the chrome shells for a while last year . They have, apparently, remedied the problem and are now offering them in the chrome shells again, as well as a new version using anlico magnets as opposed to the neodymium ones used in the standard Chi Sonics. That problem, however, only applies to the humbuckers, whereas the standard Decade uses single coils housed in humbucker shells purely for cosmetic effect. The single coil version in a humbucker shell was not affected by the same problem of shorting out like the humbucking version was, and was never discontinued. I haven't heard about this problem with the hum before now, but I suppose using chrome surrounds you are asking for trouble. Lakland never stopped using chrome shells on the Skyline Decade, but rather offer it , as with the other Chi Sonics, in a plastic shell as an alternative option if the customer prefers it.for whatever reason. A couple of basses with that option were pictured on the internet and some people started to assume that the chrome covers were no longer standard, when in fact they still were . When the Chi humbuckers were discontinued in the chrome shells they were still available in the plastic covers because the problems were specific to the chrome version. [/quote] For a while (around 2010) there was an upcharge for the chromed covers ($100 if I recall correctly) on the Skyline. Quote
Legion Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 [quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1390769399' post='2349346'] Very nice. It took a while but I eventually realized the familiarity of the riff. [/quote] You think it sounds dark Dave? I tend to link "dark" with flats, muting and thumpiness myself Quote
EssentialTension Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 [quote name='Legion' timestamp='1390771799' post='2349393'] You think it sounds dark Dave? I tend to link "dark" with flats, muting and thumpiness myself [/quote] By 'dark', I think what I had in mind was being short scale there would be a stronger fundamental but I compared it with the Lakland website long scale sound samples and the difference, I felt, was small. Strangely, I've always thought the mahogany on these does something to the sound - this is odd because I am tonewood-denier so I don't even take it seriously myself. Either way it sounded great but mostly and unsurprisingly really just like a Decade. I've considered asking Lakland to sell me a short scale neck to put on the skyline. On the other hand I've been planning to sell the Decade because I am not using it. Quote
Legion Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 [quote name='EssentialTension' timestamp='1390772397' post='2349400'] By 'dark', I think what I had in mind was being short scale there would be a stronger fundamental but I compared it with the Lakland website long scale sound samples and the difference, I felt, was small. Strangely, I've always thought the mahogany on these does something to the sound - this is odd because I am tonewood-denier so I don't even take it seriously myself. Either way it sounded great but mostly and unsurprisingly really just like a Decade. I've considered asking Lakland to sell me a short scale neck to put on the skyline. On the other hand I've been planning to sell the Decade because I am not using it. [/quote] Makes sense, although I'm pleased you agree that it still sounds very much like a normal Decade as that's what I thought as well. I had actually considered asking if you would sell your one, but thought it a bit too cheeky and kept quiet. To be honest I think if you don't use it now it won't make much difference being short scale. I would only use my Pino but for the fact that I recorded a good few of my current bands stuff using my decade so it feels wrong to use something else now. Quote
EssentialTension Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 I think you're probably correct about not using it. Maybe I do need to sell it. Quote
maui-san Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 [quote name='Legion' timestamp='1390727067' post='2348559'] Well, I've been wanting one of these forever so I couldn't really pass up the opportunity now could I? Well, maybe I could....but I didn't [/quote] Very nice!! Quote
ahpook Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 [quote name='Legion' timestamp='1390727067' post='2348559'] Buzzed like mad when I touch the pickup surrounds however, so I did my previous tried and tested trick - I cut a small spring in half, soldered a ground wire to it and put it between the pickup body and one of the screws. As you tighten the pickup screw down, it squashes the spring underneath the pickup body, grounding the chromed plastic surrounds. So now when I rest my thumb on the pickup surround it's totally silent. I also did a full shield job on the cavity (getting good at it now). Amazes me that at this price range Lakland do not shield their basses. [/quote] Brilliant ! I was pondering the best way to earth the surrounds...the spring idea - very smart. I think I'll be dloing that this afternoon ! Many thanks Quote
Legion Posted February 7, 2014 Posted February 7, 2014 [quote name='ahpook' timestamp='1391780419' post='2361193'] Brilliant ! I was pondering the best way to earth the surrounds...the spring idea - very smart. I think I'll be dloing that this afternoon ! Many thanks [/quote] Glad to help, let us know how you get on. Quote
ahpook Posted February 8, 2014 Posted February 8, 2014 [quote name='Legion' timestamp='1391782083' post='2361219'] Glad to help, let us know how you get on. [/quote] Did the business and it worked a treat. I used the Skyline for the first time this afternoon at a jam and it sounded ace - and no buzz. Quote
lowregisterhead Posted February 9, 2014 Posted February 9, 2014 My 2000 USA 55-94 just returned from The Gallery after the fret job and the addition of a cream pearl plate... it had its first outing on Friday and it was everything I hoped it would be. [URL=http://s1141.photobucket.com/user/lowwregisterhead/media/5594Black_zps9b8d5e47.jpg.html][IMG]http://i1141.photobucket.com/albums/n588/lowwregisterhead/5594Black_zps9b8d5e47.jpg[/IMG][/URL] Quote
Japow Posted February 14, 2014 Posted February 14, 2014 [quote name='Ricksflynn' timestamp='1363444207' post='2012814'] Love the colouring!!! [/quote] This beauty/beast now belongs to me. Very proud - and that's set to increase when I finally get to play her in a large venue on Sunday! I'm toying with the idea of adding a pickguard, but only if it's transparent. Anyone knows where to get one? Quote
lowregisterhead Posted February 14, 2014 Posted February 14, 2014 [quote name='Japow' timestamp='1392392211' post='2368141'] This beauty/beast now belongs to me. Very proud - and that's set to increase when I finally get to play her in a large venue on Sunday! I'm toying with the idea of adding a pickguard, but only if it's transparent. Anyone knows where to get one? [/quote] Jeannie's pick guards in the States, or more locally perhaps, The Gallery in Camden just made the plate for my black 55-94 in the post immediately before yours. Quote
Japow Posted February 16, 2014 Posted February 16, 2014 [quote name='lowregisterhead' timestamp='1392411604' post='2368577'] Jeannie's pick guards in the States, or more locally perhaps, The Gallery in Camden just made the plate for my black 55-94 in the post immediately before yours. [/quote] I'll check out the Bass Gallery - yours looks the perfect fit! Quote
Legion Posted February 16, 2014 Posted February 16, 2014 [quote name='lowregisterhead' timestamp='1392411604' post='2368577'] Jeannie's pick guards in the States, or more locally perhaps, The Gallery in Camden just made the plate for my black 55-94 in the post immediately before yours. [/quote] I'm afraid Jeannie's is on hold - sadly Roger passed away and no decision has been made yet regarding the future of the company. Quote
Japow Posted February 17, 2014 Posted February 17, 2014 [quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1384396969' post='2276284'] Hi Pete, Yep, it's still here, and sorry but I'm definitely keeping it. I'm playing it at home these days, but I was thinking about putting flats on and gigging with it again. [/quote] Hi Chris what 5-string flats set would you recommend for the Lakland? Quote
lowregisterhead Posted February 17, 2014 Posted February 17, 2014 [quote name='Legion' timestamp='1392593168' post='2370532'] I'm afraid Jeannie's is on hold - sadly Roger passed away and no decision has been made yet regarding the future of the company. [/quote] Really sorry to hear that - I bought a plate for my 55-02 from him just a few months ago. It was beautifully made. Sad news. Quote
chris_b Posted February 18, 2014 Posted February 18, 2014 [quote name='Japow' timestamp='1392660182' post='2371244'] ....what 5-string flats set would you recommend for the Lakland?.... [/quote] Hi, I still haven't got around to changing the strings, but the Lakland flats on my Lull would be a good place to start. They are Lakland Joe Osborn Signature, Medium, Stainless Steel, 45/65/85/106 and (I think) 125. Quote
ezbass Posted February 18, 2014 Posted February 18, 2014 [quote name='Japow' timestamp='1392392211' post='2368141'] This beauty/beast now belongs to me. Very proud - and that's set to increase when I finally get to play her in a large venue on Sunday! [/quote]How was it? Quote
Japow Posted February 19, 2014 Posted February 19, 2014 [quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1392745171' post='2372266'] How was it? [/quote] It's a real beast of a bass - compared to my Ibanez the tones are poles apart. But it's easy to play and will be even more so once I acclimatize to the string spacing. I'll be keeping my Ibanez or probably upgrade to the new 5006s but the Lakland is now my main player... Quote
Japow Posted February 19, 2014 Posted February 19, 2014 [quote name='Japow' timestamp='1392838576' post='2373390'] It's a real beast of a bass - compared to my Ibanez the tones are poles apart. But it's easy to play and will be even more so once I acclimatize to the string spacing. I'll be keeping my Ibanez or probably upgrade to the new 5006s but the Lakland is now my main player... [/quote] and it might only be me, but through the markbass rig at my church, I find the Lakland not as plain loud or powerful as the Ibanez. But the Lakland has no dead spots and the high notes ring out. It wont forgive any bum notes or intonations I dont think. Quote
ezbass Posted February 20, 2014 Posted February 20, 2014 [quote name='Japow' timestamp='1392838763' post='2373395'] and it might only be me, but through the markbass rig at my church, I find the Lakland not as plain loud or powerful as the Ibanez. But the Lakland has no dead spots and the high notes ring out. It wont forgive any bum notes or intonations I dont think. [/quote]Glad that you're liking it, I would agree that Ibanezes possibly deliver more output, but that maybe down to pickup heights, however, the tone of the 5502 is soooo nice, more 'old school' to my ears. Quote
Japow Posted February 20, 2014 Posted February 20, 2014 [quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1392918437' post='2374226'] Glad that you're liking it, I would agree that Ibanezes possibly deliver more output, but that maybe down to pickup heights, however, the tone of the 5502 is soooo nice, more 'old school' to my ears. [/quote] you're right it certainly has an awesome tone. what strings is it carrying, do you know? i forgot to ask... Quote
ezbass Posted February 21, 2014 Posted February 21, 2014 [quote name='Japow' timestamp='1392924509' post='2374357'] you're right it certainly has an awesome tone. what strings is it carrying, do you know? i forgot to ask... [/quote]D'Addario XL nickels 45-130 if I remember correctly. Quote
Japow Posted February 22, 2014 Posted February 22, 2014 [quote name='ezbass' timestamp='1393003785' post='2375207'] D'Addario XL nickels 45-130 if I remember correctly. [/quote] Ok thanks - I'm looking to try a set of flats to see how they get on... Quote
peety Posted February 26, 2014 Posted February 26, 2014 (edited) My refinished Bob Glaub done by Dave Wilson [attachment=156293:refin 5.JPG] Edited July 18, 2018 by Sibob Quote
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