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Guitartom_ca · September 18th, 2009, 01:35 PM

I am aware the Bill and Becky Lawrence are very busy with the merger with Lace and all, But i hope my Keystone order didnt get lost somehow.
I paid for a set of tele keystones using paypal on Sept 03. Over 2 weeks ago. I didnt recieve any notifications yet. i emailed but didnt get any response. I know this is a bad time to be ordering pickups, with all thats going on. But i am getting worried.

thanks

mark norwine · September 18th, 2009, 02:05 PM

I've heard from quite a few sources that they're more than just "busy".....

Hang tight.

thejerk · September 18th, 2009, 03:11 PM

I'm in the same boat, ordered a KT deluxe set the 8th. Becky said they shipped out orders they had in stock (that were taken up to around the 12th) on Monday, 9/14. So, I can only assume what I ordered was out of stock. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt, they've got a great track record for customer service.

What did you order?

pulaifaz · September 18th, 2009, 03:24 PM

I also ordered on the 12th, and I have yet to hear from them

Cleeve · September 18th, 2009, 03:38 PM

I ordered the day before the Lace announcement and just got my package today.
I had to struggle with the paypal thing, as I wanted a strat set and a tele set, but there was no provision to order more than one set via paypal, nor was there a way to specify the cover color for the strat set- or maybe I just did it wrong.
I just ordered the second set on a separate paypal transaction with no additional shipping and sent an email referring to the paypal numbers to specify the strat cover color.
I got automated paypal emails.
I guess with the Lawrence ordering experience, no news is good news..
My order was perfect, now to find my screwdriver!

musicalmartin · September 18th, 2009, 03:44 PM

I ordered on the 12th ,too late really .I paid by paypal so if nothing ever happens I can open a dispute but I am sure it will all be OK in the end .It will all take time thats all .I am sure that a lot of hard work is going on down there right now .

Jimo · September 18th, 2009, 03:54 PM

I ordered a Standard tele set on the 12th----------this is quite a few orders going in the same day right here!...........JIMO

baldy5000 · September 18th, 2009, 05:10 PM

FWIW I was getting worried like you guys, it took like 3 weeks, so hang tight..

udimet720 · September 18th, 2009, 08:00 PM

Ordered a strat set on the 12th as well. I'm sure they will come at some point. Wondering where they will be shipped from. Guess I should keep the return label for proof of pre-lace authenticity. hahaha...

Actually, more than any change in quality (short-term), I was worried that maybe something might happen during the move. That big change is a large variable. Of course, from what I've heard of B&B, they are working hard (and made this decision) to ensure people continue to enjoy their pickups.

surfco · September 18th, 2009, 09:20 PM

I waited over 3 weeks for my L-48TL and L-280TN.
Seriously, they worth it.
Amazing pickups!

garytelecastor · September 18th, 2009, 09:54 PM

Give them a little time.
I am curious as to whether the new pickups will retain that personal hands-on oversight that Bill and Becky are famous for.
Is Arlo still working with them?

Maddockter · September 19th, 2009, 01:23 AM

Well,it's been a week (ordered on the 11th) and absolutely no contact from Wilde Bill about my Pups. I had to email them about the color and I called them and left a message about the color. No response. I'm told I will be notified when they ship. Can't wait. Must be patient. Can't wait. Must ...be ...patient!

" Give it to me straight, Doctor. I can take it. "

yellowv · September 19th, 2009, 02:50 AM

It took a little over a week for me to get a ship confirmation after ordering and about 5 days after that I got the pickups. Hand tight. You guys will get your pickups.

Jimo · September 26th, 2009, 09:03 PM

Let's Update the list:

Anyone who ordered keystones on Sept. 12 got their pickups yet? Just trying to see if that batch had got shipped or not.

spotface · September 26th, 2009, 09:16 PM

Paid via PayPal on Sept 9th, not a peep from them. I'll wait a month before I get nervous... I got plenty of other Teles to play in the meantime! This is why we need more than one Tele.

vinman · September 26th, 2009, 09:37 PM

It's funny that this thread came back up because I was going to start one asking the same thing. I ordered Keystone standards on the 13th. After reading a couple of posts, I faxed a request to change it to deluxe and I would pay the balance however they wanted. i have gotten no response at all yet, either.
I just hate sitting on a project waiting for the delivery man.
Every time I hear a mail truck or ups lately, I start sportin' wood, and then disappointment. I'm getting stretch marks.

Jimo · September 26th, 2009, 10:06 PM

I thought the standards would be easier to get---but kinda wanted the covered neck pup----then I read somewhere that the cover muffles the tone a bit so I figured I would just stay with the standard------

Guitartom_ca · September 26th, 2009, 11:29 PM

I ordered on Sept 3 and still got no word. oh well. just got to wait until.

patchr · September 27th, 2009, 11:38 AM

Ordered on the 12th. I've sent a couple of emails and have heard nada. No reply and no notification.

The waiting is the hardest part.

boris bubbanov · September 27th, 2009, 12:35 PM

Looks like just an explosion of orders, right in this time frame, and fairly heavy I guess since Arlo posted after NAMM.

I laid back, as I have quite a few. You bet I could use more but I figure, let some other guys try one set.

Jimo · September 27th, 2009, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boris bubbanov

Looks like just an explosion of orders, right in this time frame, and fairly heavy I guess since Arlo posted after NAMM.

I laid back, as I have quite a few. You bet I could use more but I figure, let some other guys try one set.

Do you have the Keystones WITH the rhythm pickup cover as well as without? Can you tell a noticeable difference in them?

Becky Lawrence · September 27th, 2009, 06:15 PM

Hey everybody! We shipped out a bunch of orders more than a week ago and more to be shipped this week. We'll keep you posted as our transition to Huntington Beach location is in progress.

All the best,

Becky

P.S. I believe all the Sept. 3 orders are shipped too.

vinman · September 27th, 2009, 08:05 PM

thanks, becky.
Hope you're holding it together with everything going on.

Guitartom_ca · September 27th, 2009, 09:08 PM

Thank you .. music to my ears.

blowtorch · September 28th, 2009, 12:44 PM

Thanks for the update Becky! And best wishes for the transition in progress!

younkint · September 30th, 2009, 03:10 AM

I had ordered a couple of sets on Sept. 11. I'll post here when they arrive. I'm patient; moving a household sux, moving a business really sux.

Jimo · September 30th, 2009, 07:50 PM

I ordered on the 12th---I'm throwing a party when they come in............

gezza · October 1st, 2009, 04:07 AM

Hey Guys,

I was just thinking if we should start a post for Wilde - Bill Lawrence Orders Placed and Supplied.

I know Becky Posts here quite regularly.

So we could start a new Post, you then list the date you placed your order, then when you get them you post a new post the day you get them.

Might make it easier for Bill and Becky to keep track on ours orders.

Just an Idea, looking for support.

Thanks,

Gezza.

boris bubbanov · October 1st, 2009, 06:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimo

Do you have the Keystones WITH the rhythm pickup cover as well as without? Can you tell a noticeable difference in them?

I only have one with the cover - the others are all uncovered.

I can't say I can tell a difference - these pups are height sensitive, with lots of good "settings". It would be a challenge to say if you had both the covered and the uncovered ones at precisely the same height!

Lascaster · October 1st, 2009, 08:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boris bubbanov

I only have one with the cover - the others are all uncovered.

I can't say I can tell a difference - these pups are height sensitive, with lots of good "settings". It would be a challenge to say if you had both the covered and the uncovered ones at precisely the same height!

dang right they are hieight sensative, ive had min e about 6 months and it seems like every week Ive got the screwdriver out adjusting the height to see what kind of new tones I can find. man I love these pups

pulaifaz · October 2nd, 2009, 09:56 PM

I ordered on the 12th and they arrived today - Thanks Bill and Becky

gezza · October 2nd, 2009, 11:14 PM

Hey Guys,

I ordered mine 28th Sept.

I hope they come soon, struggling with my Tele.

Thanks,

Gezza.

thejerk · October 3rd, 2009, 01:16 PM

Ordered KT Deluxe 9/8, arrived today, 10/3 (from CA to NJ). Just FYI! Total wait was 25 days.

Jimo · October 3rd, 2009, 05:46 PM

Ordered on the 12th of Sept. arrived on Oct.3---Let the Party begin!--No wiring diagram---anyone else get one?--cheers!----JIMO

vinman · October 3rd, 2009, 06:01 PM

ordered my Keystone Standards on Sept. 13th, got them today USPS. I guess my fax to change to a Deluxe didn't get through. My bad. I got them though and can't wait to try them out. I better make room to start this build first.
Thanks, Bill and Becky and again good luck with everything.

nchiker · October 3rd, 2009, 08:00 PM

Ordered Keystone Deluxe set on Sept 21st. Glad to see you folks organizing for the benefit of all. I emailed Becky twice and Lace once to no avail.

Jimo · October 3rd, 2009, 08:08 PM

So , I guess the white is hot, black is ground, and the blue is the bridge plate ground?

Where are you all buying your Pots and Caps?

mfernan647 · October 3rd, 2009, 08:58 PM

Ordered mine 9/10, arrived today in Florida.

Jimo - You are correct on the wire colors. Black is always ground on BL pickups.

thejerk · October 3rd, 2009, 09:52 PM

Installed mine and having fun! Really nice. No wiring diagram included.

I like the prices of Picker's Parts (no affiliation) for the pots/caps.

udimet720 · October 4th, 2009, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimo

Ordered on the 12th of Sept. arrived on Oct.3---Let the Party begin!--No wiring diagram---anyone else get one?--cheers!----JIMO

Ditto. Ordered on the 12th. Arrived today. Strat Keystone set.

September 18th, 2009, 01:35 PM	#1 (permalink)
Guitartom_ca Tele-Meister Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Canada Age: 35 Posts: 362	Hope my Keystone Order didnt fall through the cracks. I am aware the Bill and Becky Lawrence are very busy with the merger with Lace and all, But i hope my Keystone order didnt get lost somehow. I paid for a set of tele keystones using paypal on Sept 03. Over 2 weeks ago. I didnt recieve any notifications yet. i emailed but didnt get any response. I know this is a bad time to be ordering pickups, with all thats going on. But i am getting worried. thanks

September 18th, 2009, 02:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
mark norwine Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: New Jersey Age: 51 Posts: 1,509	I've heard from quite a few sources that they're more than just "busy"..... Hang tight. __________________ "Progress is not possible without deviation from the norm." Frank Zappa

September 18th, 2009, 03:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
thejerk Tele-Meister Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Edison, NJ Posts: 131	I'm in the same boat, ordered a KT deluxe set the 8th. Becky said they shipped out orders they had in stock (that were taken up to around the 12th) on Monday, 9/14. So, I can only assume what I ordered was out of stock. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt, they've got a great track record for customer service. What did you order? __________________ These machines kill fascists: { 2008 AL3000M HSB Plain Top }{ 2001 Taylor 310KCE "Legends" }{ 2009 Fender Standard Telecaster } { 2009 Squier Classic Vibe Duo-Sonic }{ AL2500 FR White }{ 2009 SX SST PBU } { Fender Super Champ XD }{ Roland KC500 }

September 18th, 2009, 03:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
Cleeve Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fayetteville, AR Age: 44 Posts: 499	I ordered the day before the Lace announcement and just got my package today. I had to struggle with the paypal thing, as I wanted a strat set and a tele set, but there was no provision to order more than one set via paypal, nor was there a way to specify the cover color for the strat set- or maybe I just did it wrong. I just ordered the second set on a separate paypal transaction with no additional shipping and sent an email referring to the paypal numbers to specify the strat cover color. I got automated paypal emails. I guess with the Lawrence ordering experience, no news is good news.. My order was perfect, now to find my screwdriver! __________________ -Clint

September 18th, 2009, 03:54 PM	#7 (permalink)
Jimo Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 736	I ordered on the 12th as well I ordered a Standard tele set on the 12th----------this is quite a few orders going in the same day right here!...........JIMO

September 18th, 2009, 03:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
pulaifaz TDPRI Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 28	I also ordered on the 12th, and I have yet to hear from them

September 18th, 2009, 03:44 PM	#6 (permalink)
musicalmartin Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: UK Age: 61 Posts: 1,156	I ordered on the 12th ,too late really .I paid by paypal so if nothing ever happens I can open a dispute but I am sure it will all be OK in the end .It will all take time thats all .I am sure that a lot of hard work is going on down there right now .

September 18th, 2009, 05:10 PM	#8 (permalink)
baldy5000 TDPRI Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Mchenry IL Age: 39 Posts: 53	FWIW I was getting worried like you guys, it took like 3 weeks, so hang tight..

September 18th, 2009, 08:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
udimet720 Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tustin, CA Age: 35 Posts: 183	Ordered a strat set on the 12th as well. I'm sure they will come at some point. Wondering where they will be shipped from. Guess I should keep the return label for proof of pre-lace authenticity. hahaha... Actually, more than any change in quality (short-term), I was worried that maybe something might happen during the move. That big change is a large variable. Of course, from what I've heard of B&B, they are working hard (and made this decision) to ensure people continue to enjoy their pickups.

September 18th, 2009, 09:20 PM	#10 (permalink)
surfco Tele-Holic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: ◙ Calexico, CA ◙ Posts: 754	I waited over 3 weeks for my L-48TL and L-280TN. Seriously, they worth it. Amazing pickups!

September 18th, 2009, 09:54 PM	#11 (permalink)
garytelecastor Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Minnesota Posts: 5,104 18 Photos	Give them a little time. I am curious as to whether the new pickups will retain that personal hands-on oversight that Bill and Becky are famous for. Is Arlo still working with them? __________________ éí 'aaníígÓÓ 'áhoot'é What in the world do I know???? Redd Volkaert is a Jedi Knight at one with the Force!!!

September 19th, 2009, 01:23 AM	#12 (permalink)
Maddockter NEW MEMBER! Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Berlin,MD Age: 53 Posts: 9	Well,it's been a week (ordered on the 11th) and absolutely no contact from Wilde Bill about my Pups. I had to email them about the color and I called them and left a message about the color. No response. I'm told I will be notified when they ship. Can't wait. Must be patient. Can't wait. Must ...be ...patient! " Give it to me straight, Doctor. I can take it. "

September 19th, 2009, 02:50 AM	#13 (permalink)
yellowv TDPRI Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: South Florida Age: 31 Posts: 36	It took a little over a week for me to get a ship confirmation after ordering and about 5 days after that I got the pickups. Hand tight. You guys will get your pickups.

September 26th, 2009, 09:03 PM	#14 (permalink)
Jimo Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 736	Let's Update the list: Anyone who ordered keystones on Sept. 12 got their pickups yet? Just trying to see if that batch had got shipped or not.

September 26th, 2009, 09:16 PM	#15 (permalink)
spotface TDPRI Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 83	Paid via PayPal on Sept 9th, not a peep from them. I'll wait a month before I get nervous... I got plenty of other Teles to play in the meantime! This is why we need more than one Tele. __________________ Mongo only pawn in game of life...

September 26th, 2009, 09:37 PM	#16 (permalink)
vinman Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: long island, ny Age: 56 Posts: 176 3 Photos	It's funny that this thread came back up because I was going to start one asking the same thing. I ordered Keystone standards on the 13th. After reading a couple of posts, I faxed a request to change it to deluxe and I would pay the balance however they wanted. i have gotten no response at all yet, either. I just hate sitting on a project waiting for the delivery man. Every time I hear a mail truck or ups lately, I start sportin' wood, and then disappointment. I'm getting stretch marks.

September 26th, 2009, 10:06 PM	#17 (permalink)
Jimo Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 736	Me too.... I thought the standards would be easier to get---but kinda wanted the covered neck pup----then I read somewhere that the cover muffles the tone a bit so I figured I would just stay with the standard------

September 26th, 2009, 11:29 PM	#18 (permalink)
Guitartom_ca Tele-Meister Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Canada Age: 35 Posts: 362	I ordered on Sept 3 and still got no word. oh well. just got to wait until.

September 27th, 2009, 11:38 AM	#19 (permalink)
patchr TDPRI Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chicago Posts: 36	Ordered on the 12th. I've sent a couple of emails and have heard nada. No reply and no notification. The waiting is the hardest part.

September 27th, 2009, 12:35 PM	#20 (permalink)
boris bubbanov Doctor of Teleocity Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: New Orleans, LA + in the past Posts: 15,222	Looks like just an explosion of orders, right in this time frame, and fairly heavy I guess since Arlo posted after NAMM. I laid back, as I have quite a few. You bet I could use more but I figure, let some other guys try one set. __________________ When i listen

September 27th, 2009, 06:15 PM	#22 (permalink)
Becky Lawrence VENDOR TDPRI Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Corona California Posts: 43	Hey everybody! We shipped out a bunch of orders more than a week ago and more to be shipped this week. We'll keep you posted as our transition to Huntington Beach location is in progress. All the best, Becky P.S. I believe all the Sept. 3 orders are shipped too.

September 27th, 2009, 08:05 PM	#23 (permalink)
vinman Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: long island, ny Age: 56 Posts: 176 3 Photos	thanks, becky. Hope you're holding it together with everything going on.

September 27th, 2009, 09:08 PM	#24 (permalink)
Guitartom_ca Tele-Meister Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Canada Age: 35 Posts: 362	Thank you .. music to my ears.

September 28th, 2009, 12:44 PM	#25 (permalink)
blowtorch Tele-Meister Join Date: May 2003 Location: USA Posts: 231	Thanks for the update Becky! And best wishes for the transition in progress!

September 30th, 2009, 03:10 AM	#26 (permalink)
younkint Tele-Meister Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spring, Texas Age: 56 Posts: 451 5 Photos	I had ordered a couple of sets on Sept. 11. I'll post here when they arrive. I'm patient; moving a household sux, moving a business really sux. __________________ . -- Terry

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September 30th, 2009, 07:50 PM	#27 (permalink)
Jimo Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 736	I ordered on the 12th---I'm throwing a party when they come in............

October 1st, 2009, 04:07 AM	#28 (permalink)
gezza TDPRI Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Brisbane - Australia Posts: 42	Reply Hey Guys, I was just thinking if we should start a post for Wilde - Bill Lawrence Orders Placed and Supplied. I know Becky Posts here quite regularly. So we could start a new Post, you then list the date you placed your order, then when you get them you post a new post the day you get them. Might make it easier for Bill and Becky to keep track on ours orders. Just an Idea, looking for support. Thanks, Gezza.

October 2nd, 2009, 09:56 PM	#31 (permalink)
pulaifaz TDPRI Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 28	I ordered on the 12th and they arrived today - Thanks Bill and Becky

October 2nd, 2009, 11:14 PM	#32 (permalink)
gezza TDPRI Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Brisbane - Australia Posts: 42	Reply Hey Guys, I ordered mine 28th Sept. I hope they come soon, struggling with my Tele. Thanks, Gezza.

October 3rd, 2009, 01:16 PM	#33 (permalink)
thejerk Tele-Meister Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Edison, NJ Posts: 131	Ordered KT Deluxe 9/8, arrived today, 10/3 (from CA to NJ). Just FYI! Total wait was 25 days. __________________ These machines kill fascists: { 2008 AL3000M HSB Plain Top }{ 2001 Taylor 310KCE "Legends" }{ 2009 Fender Standard Telecaster } { 2009 Squier Classic Vibe Duo-Sonic }{ AL2500 FR White }{ 2009 SX SST PBU } { Fender Super Champ XD }{ Roland KC500 }

October 3rd, 2009, 05:46 PM	#34 (permalink)
Jimo Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 736	They are here!!!!! in Oklahoma!!! Ordered on the 12th of Sept. arrived on Oct.3---Let the Party begin!--No wiring diagram---anyone else get one?--cheers!----JIMO

October 3rd, 2009, 06:01 PM	#35 (permalink)
vinman Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: long island, ny Age: 56 Posts: 176 3 Photos	ordered my Keystone Standards on Sept. 13th, got them today USPS. I guess my fax to change to a Deluxe didn't get through. My bad. I got them though and can't wait to try them out. I better make room to start this build first. Thanks, Bill and Becky and again good luck with everything.

October 3rd, 2009, 08:00 PM	#36 (permalink)
nchiker NEW MEMBER! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Shelby, NC Posts: 4	Ordered Keystone Deluxe set on Sept 21st. Glad to see you folks organizing for the benefit of all. I emailed Becky twice and Lace once to no avail.

October 3rd, 2009, 08:08 PM	#37 (permalink)
Jimo Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 736	So , I guess the white is hot, black is ground, and the blue is the bridge plate ground? Where are you all buying your Pots and Caps? Last edited by Jimo; October 3rd, 2009 at 08:09 PM. Reason: why not?

October 3rd, 2009, 08:58 PM	#38 (permalink)
mfernan647 TDPRI Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 26	Ordered mine 9/10, arrived today in Florida. Jimo - You are correct on the wire colors. Black is always ground on BL pickups.