The Lakland Skyline Series 55-02 is a premium-quality five-string bass guitar that offers exceptional tone, versatility, and playability. It's a popular choice among professional and semi-professional bassists looking for a high-performance instrument without the boutique price tag.
Key Features:
- Body: Swamp ash (for natural and transparent finishes) or alder (for solid finishes)
- Neck: Quarter-sawn maple with graphite reinforcement for stability
- Fingerboard: Maple, rosewood, or ebony (varies by model)
- Scale Length: 35" (for improved low B string clarity)
- Frets: 22 medium jumbo frets
- Nut Width: 1.81"
- Pickups: Lakland MM-J pickup configuration (Bartolini or Lakland/Hanson depending on model year)
- Electronics: Active with a 3-band EQ (cut/boost for bass, mids, and treble)
- Controls: Volume (pull for passive mode), blend, treble, midrange, bass, and a 3-way bridge pickup coil selector switch
- Bridge: Lakland Dual Access bridge (string-through-body or top-load)
- Tuners: Hipshot Ultralites for reduced headstock weight and better balance
- Finish Options: Available in a variety of colors, including natural, sunburst, and custom finishes
Sound and Playability:
The Skyline 55-02 is known for its deep, punchy lows, clear mids, and crisp highs, making it suitable for multiple genres, from rock and jazz to funk and R&B. The MM-style bridge pickup provides a strong, growling tone, while the J-style neck pickup offers warmth and clarity. The 3-band EQ allows for a wide range of tonal shaping, and the 35" scale ensures a tight and defined low B string.
