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Description

The Lakland USA Series 44-64 Custom is a testament to precision craftsmanship within the realm of electric bass guitars. Designed and built in the USA, this bass embodies the perfect blend of classic aesthetics with modern enhancements, delivering a versatile tone that appeals to both traditionalists and contemporary players. Known for its hand-wound custom pickups, the 44-64 Custom offers a wide tonal range, from warm, vintage vibes to punchy modern sounds, making it suitable for a variety of genres.

The neck is crafted from quarter-sawn maple, ensuring stability and smooth playability, while the fingerboard options allow for personalized comfort and play style. With its attention to detail and quality components, the 44-64 Custom stands out as a reliable workhorse for professional and aspiring musicians alike. Whether you're laying down a groove in the studio or commanding the stage, this bass guitar is built to perform.

Key Features:

  • Hand-wound custom pickups for versatile tone
  • Quarter-sawn maple neck for enhanced stability
  • Available with maple or rosewood fingerboard
  • Quality American craftsmanship
  • Vintage-inspired design with modern enhancements
  • Suitable for a wide range of musical styles
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Lakland USA 44-64 Custom P/J Bass

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Lakland USA Series 44-64 Custom.

Build quality

  • The neck of the Lakland 44-64 Custom includes two graphite rods alongside the truss rod for enhanced stability.

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  • The neck finish on some Lakland Skyline models is a thick satin gloss, which some owners find feels cheap compared to other finishes.

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Features and functionality

  • Lakland’s bridge design allows for both through-body and through-bridge stringing options, providing flexibility in setup and tone.

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  • The bass features in-house hand-wrapped pickups, contributing to its unique tonal characteristics.

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  • The tuners are lightweight Hipshot models, contributing to the overall lightweight feel of the solid body bass.

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  • The PJ configuration on the Lakland 44-64 offers versatile tonal options, balancing between a solid P sound and more tonal extremes with the J pickup.

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Comparisons

  • Lakland USA series are made with more individual attention compared to Fender, with Lakland's 12 employees focusing on small batches or custom orders.

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  • The Lakland 44-64 is seen as comparable to US Fenders in build quality, with some preferring the Lakland neck profile for playability.

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  • Some prefer the 1.5" nut width on the Lakland for enhanced playability, contrasting with Fender's typical nut size.

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  • The G&L SB-2 is suggested as an alternative for those interested in PJ configurations, indicating diverse preferences in this category.

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Value and pricing

  • The Lakland 44-64 Custom is considered to offer Fender Custom Shop quality at a price point of $3000.

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User experience

  • Owners highlight a noticeable volume difference when running pickups in series, attributed to the way pickups combine to increase output.

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  • Lakland basses are often associated with better quality control compared to Fender, influencing purchase decisions.

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  • Lakland's USA-made models are preferred by some over similarly priced imports for perceived value and craftsmanship.

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Setup and maintenance

  • A used Lakland 44-64 required significant setup work, suggesting potential for previous owner modifications impacting initial playability.

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See how Colin Greenwood uses Lakland USA Series 44-64 Custom

Colin Greenwood

Bassist

Radiohead

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Featured in this July 3, 2018 Facebook post by Lakland.

Had a really nice AM visit with Colin Greenwood from Radiohead. He picked up his new USA Series 44-64 Custom and is pretty stoked. Looking forward to seeing them play Friday!

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