Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 Black Sparkle EBO

Name: Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 Black Sparkle EBO
Brand: Lakland
SKU: 408242
Price: 1855.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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ID : 408242

EAN : 0810401013000

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Information

Essential Information About the Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom Bass
• 5-string format with a long 35" / 889 mm scale length for a tighter, more precise B string and well-controlled lows
• Active Lakland LH3 electronics and LH3 pickups hand-wound in Chicago, inspired by the USA 55-94 reference model
• MM-J pickup configuration to cover sounds from sharp modern tones to rounder, more defined textures
• Custom version: the same platform as the 55-02 Standard, with more exclusive finish and fingerboard options

Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 Black Sparkle EBO

1.855,00 €VAT incl.

0,90 € Ecotax included

Reference price

A 55-02 Designed for the Stage, in the Spirit of the USA 55-94 Series

Seen on countless stages and major venues, the Skyline 55-02 has established itself as a high-end "all-rounder" bass: a professional feel, effective ergonomics, and above all electronics that stand out in any mix. The 55-02 Custom follows the recipe of the 55-02 Standard while adding more personalized aesthetic choices, all while retaining Lakland's sonic DNA and performance-oriented approach.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

This 5-string electric bass is aimed at intermediate to expert bassists seeking a reliable, versatile instrument ready for stage or studio. Its extended range and active preamp make it particularly suited for funk, pop, rock, gospel, fusion, and contemporary music styles where low-end definition and attack are essential. The 35" / 889 mm scale length is also a real advantage if your playing often exploits the B string.

Sound

The ash body delivers clarity, a crisp attack, and great dynamics, ideal for lines that remain clear in the mix. The maple neck with reinforcements, paired with an ebony fingerboard, enhances precision, snap, and the immediate response feel under the fingers. The MM-J configuration offers a wide spectrum: dense, modern lows from the humbucker side, and finer articulation from the J-style pickup side, with a progressive blend to dial in character. The Lakland LH3 preamp (9V battery, quick access via hatch) offers active bass/mid/treble EQ and internal switches to adjust mid-frequency response, allowing you to tailor the bass to your playing style, strings, and amp.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	HH	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Left handed	No	Electronics	Active
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	5	Color	Black
Fingerboard	Ebony	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	22	Hardware	Chromed

Type	electric bass	Scale length	35" / 889 mm
Number of strings	5	Tuners	Hipshot Ultralites
Wood	ash	Bridge	Lakland Dual Access
Finish	Black Sparkle	Pickup configuration	Lakland MM-J
Nut width	46 mm / 1.81"	Preamp	Lakland LH3
Nut thickness	20.57 mm / 0.81"	Controls	master volume (pull for tone control bypass), pickup blend (panning), active bass/mid/treble EQ (cut and boost)
Thickness at 12th fret	23.3 mm / 0.92"	Power supply	1 x 9V battery, easy replacement via clip hatch
Radius	10"-13" / 254-330 mm	Internal adjustment	internal switches to select mid boost/cut frequency
Number of frets	22

Questions frequently asked

Does the 35-inch scale length improve the tuning stability of the B string?

The 35" (889 mm) scale length is especially suited for playing that frequently uses the B string. It promotes precise definition in the low end and a clear attack.

What tones does the MM-J pickup configuration offer?

The Lakland MM-J configuration combines a dense, modern-sounding humbucker with a more articulate J-style pickup. The blend control allows gradual mixing of each pickup’s contribution.

Does the LH3 preamp allow midrange adjustment?

The Lakland LH3 active electronics provide bass, midrange, and treble EQ with both boost and cut capabilities. Internal switches select the midrange frequency range. Power is supplied by a 9 V battery accessible via a clip-on compartment.

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 Black Sparkle EBO: what woods are used?

The body is made of ash, the neck of maple with reinforcements, and the fingerboard of ebony. This combination delivers clarity, immediate response, and precision under the fingers.

Is this 5-string bass suitable for funk and gospel?

This model is suitable for funk, pop, rock, gospel, fusion, and contemporary music styles. Its 22 frets, 889 mm scale length, and active preamp meet the demands of both stage and studio.