The Lakland Skyline 55-01 Bass features Bartolini MK-1 split-coil soap bar pickups and a Maple fingerboard. Also features a fast and smooth 35” scale length.
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The Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String Bass is built around the classic Lakland body shape and a solid 35" scale neck, delivering delivers a thundering low-end without sacrificing clarity. Equipped with two Bartolini MK-1 pickups and a flexible onboard preamp, it covers everything from smooth fingerstyle to aggressive slap. If you're looking for a versatile, road-ready bass that punches well above its price tag, your search is over.
Tones for Days
Most basses do one thing well and everything else just okay. The 55-01 refuses to pick favorites. Thanks to its dual Bartolini pickups and a genuinely useful 3-band preamp, you can sculpt your sound on the fly without diving into a menu of confusing knobs. Whether the gig calls for warm and round or bright and biting, this bass keeps up.
Bartolini MK-1 Split Coil Pickups: These soap bar pickups deliver a fat, balanced tone with plenty of growl, giving you a sound that sits perfectly in any mix.
3-Band Active Preamp: A buffered onboard EQ lets you boost or cut lows, mids, and highs right at your fingertips, so you can adapt to any room or style instantly.
Versatile Tone: From aggressive picking to smooth fingerstyle, the 55-01 adapts to any genre with ease.
Built for the Low B
Every five-string player dreads a muddy low B string. The 55-01 solves this problem with a 35" scale neck that keeps your low notes tight, focused, and clear. The added string tension improves definition, ensuring your deepest notes stay articulate and punchy.
35" Scale Neck: The extended scale length delivers laser-precise intonation and a punchy, well-defined low B that actually sounds like a note.
Classic Lakland Body Shape: Comfortable, balanced, and instantly recognizable, the body sits nicely whether you're standing for a three-hour set or sitting in the studio.
Five-String Versatility: That extra low string opens up new range for modern genres, drop tunings, and those moments when four strings just won't cut it.
Boutique Vibe, Working Musician Price
The "Skyline" series exists to bring Lakland's USA-built reputation to players who don't have a rockstar budget. The 55-01 packs high-end components and thoughtful design into an instrument that won't require selling a kidney. It's the rare bass that feels like a serious investment while still being genuinely accessible.
Premium Bartolini Electronics: Pickups and preamp normally found on far pricier instruments come standard here, giving you boutique tone without the boutique sticker shock.
Quality Build and Hardware: Solid construction and reliable components mean this bass is ready for gigs, tours, and years of regular abuse.
Incredible Value: You get pro-level versatility and performance at a price that leaves room in the budget for, you know, actual cables.
The Lowdown
The Lakland Skyline 55-01 shows you don't need to spend a fortune for a serious, gig-ready instrument. Its 35" scale neck and flexible Bartolini electronics deliver thundering lows and crystal-clear highs in equal measure. For players who demand versatility, low-end authority, and incredible value, the 55-01 is tough to beat.
Pickups: Bartolini MK-1 split-coil soap bar pickups
Electronics: MK-1 onboard, 3-band buffered, active preamp
Neck Scale: 35”
Frequently Asked Questions
The 55-01 features a pair of Bartolini MK-1 split coil soap bar pickups paired with an MK-1 3-band active preamp. Together they deliver a wide range of tones, from warm fingerstyle to aggressive slap.
The extended 35" scale increases string tension, which keeps the low B string tight and clear instead of loose and muddy. This gives you better intonation and a more focused low-end.
While it's beginner-friendly in terms of playability, the 55-01 is built with pro-level features that experienced bassists appreciate. It's a great choice if you want an instrument you won't outgrow quickly.
The Skyline series offers Lakland's signature designs and quality at a more affordable price point, often manufactured overseas. The USA series is built in Lakland's Chicago shop with premium materials and a higher price tag.
Thanks to its versatile electronics and five-string range, the 55-01 works across genres including funk, rock, gospel, jazz, and metal. It's especially popular with players who need a reliable low B for modern styles.