Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5-String Bass Maple Fingerboard

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Bass

Ever play an instrument that just feels perfect? That’s the Lakland Skyline 55-02. This bass inspires longer sessions and deeper creativity, combining boutique-quality design with an affordable price. Modeled after Lakland’s US-made 55-94, it features a signature body shape and versatile electronics. Durable and reliable, the 55-02 is built for any stage, studio, or jam session.

Monster Tone, Down Low

For 5-string players, a loose, floppy B-string can be a nightmare. Lakland addressed this long ago by extending the scale length to 35 inches. This ensures the low B is tight, punchy, and clear, blending seamlessly with the other strings for a consistent tone across the entire fretboard.

35-Inch Scale Length: This extra inch of tension keeps the low B string sounding crisp and defined, eliminating the muddiness often found on standard 34-inch 5-strings.
Compound Radius Fretboard: The 10-13” radius makes chording down low comfortable while flattening out higher up the neck for effortless solos and fast runs.
Plek Pro Setup: Every Skyline series bass goes through a computerized fret leveling process (Plek) in Chicago, ensuring low action and buzz-free playability right out of the box.

Versatility on Tap

If you play in a wedding band, a prog-metal outfit, and a jazz trio (maybe all in the same week?), you need a bass that can shapeshift. The 55-02 is equipped with the same MM/J pickup configuration and LH3 preamp found in its much pricier US counterparts. It can go from a vintage growl to a modern hi-fi sheen with the flick of a switch.

MM/J Pickup Config: A massive humbucker at the bridge provides thick, aggressive midrange, while the single-coil neck pickup delivers warm, vintage-style thump.
LH3 Active Preamp: Cut or boost bass, mids, and treble to tailor your sound instantly. It’s transparent, powerful, and clean — powered by a single 9-volt battery.
Coil Tap Switch: The 3-way mini-toggle lets you split the bridge humbucker coils, giving you access to 60s/70s style single-coil tones or full-blown humbucking power.

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Versatility on Tap

Designed for the Journey

Touring is tough on gear, but the Skyline 55-02 is built like a tank without feeling like one. The ash body is lightweight and resonant, reducing shoulder fatigue during those three-hour marathon sets. The hardware is top-notch, meaning you won’t be spending your soundcheck retuning every five minutes.

Hipshot Ultralite Tuners: These high-quality tuners reduce neck dive and keep the instrument balanced perfectly on your strap.
Dual Access Bridge: String it through the body for maximum sustain and tension, or through the bridge for a slinkier feel — the choice is yours.
Graphite Reinforcement: The maple neck is reinforced with graphite bars, making it incredibly stable and resistant to temperature and humidity changes.

The Bottom Line

The Lakland Skyline 55-02 isn't just an "import version" of a famous bass; it's a serious instrument in its own right. It offers professional-grade tone, playability, and reliability at a price that won't require you to sell your car. Whether you're holding down the groove in a church band or tearing it up on a festival stage, the 55-02 has the sonic flexibility and structural integrity to handle it all.

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Features:

Ash body with a flat-sawn maple neck for resonant, punchy tone
35" scale length ensures a tight, articulate low B string
10-13" compound radius fingerboard for comfortable playability
Lakland MM-J pickup configuration for versatile tonal options
Active LH3 preamp with 3-band EQ (cut/boost bass, mid, treble)
3-way coil-tap toggle for bridge pickup (front coil, rear coil, or both)
Master volume with pull-pot for preamp bypass (active/passive mode)
Hipshot Ultralite tuners for tuning stability and balance
Lakland Dual Access Bridge (through-body or through-bridge stringing)
22 frets with precise Plek Pro fret leveling setup
Graphite reinforcement bars in the neck for added stability

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