Description
Lakland 55-OS Skyline Series 5-String Electric Bass - Translucent Black is a 5-string electric bass with Lakland's classic body in a slightly offset shape, a pair of Bartolini MK-1 split-coil soap bar pickups and a Bartolini HR-5.4 AP 3-band active preamp with a midrange frequency switch. Its 35” scale maple neck gives the tight low B that Lakland 5-strings are known for, from modern slap to warm fingerstyle and aggressive picked tones.
Specifications
| SKU | LAK-SKYLINE-55-OS-TRANS-BLACK |
|---|---|
| Series | Skyline |
| Strings | 5 |
| Body Wood | Ash |
| Neck Wood | Flat-sawn Maple with graphite reinforcement bars |
| Fingerboard Wood | Maple |
| Finish | Translucent Black |
| Hardware | Black |
| Pickups | Bartolini MK-1 split-coil soap bars |
| Electronics | Bartolini HR-5.4 AP 3-band active preamp |
| Controls | Cut and boost: bass, midrange, treble; panning-style pickup blend; master volume (pull for passive operation); 3-way midrange frequency select mini switch |
| Bridge | Lakland Dual Access (through body or through bridge) |
| Tuners | Hipshot Ultralites |
| Nut Type | Delrin |
| Truss Rod Access | Neck heel: 4mm hex |
| Left Handed | Not available |
| Tuning | B-E-A-D-G |
Measurements
| Scale Length | 35” |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.81” |
| Width at Final Fret | 3.3” |
| 1st Fret Neck Depth | .81” |
| 12th Fret Neck Depth | .92” |
| Fingerboard Radius | 10-13” |
| Fret Size | .041/.085” |
| Frets | 22 |
| Bridge String Spacing | .75” |
Made to Order 7-14 Day Assembly Time.
Common questions
Does the Lakland 55-OS have active electronics?
Yes. The Lakland 55-OS has a Bartolini HR-5.4 AP 3-band active preamp with bass, midrange and treble cut and boost, and pulling the master volume knob switches it to passive operation.
What pickups does the Lakland 55-OS use?
The Lakland 55-OS has a pair of Bartolini MK-1 split-coil soap bar pickups with a panning-style blend control.
How is the Lakland 55-OS tuned?
The Lakland 55-OS is a 5-string bass tuned B-E-A-D-G, with a 35” scale for a tight low B.
What is different about the Lakland 55-OS body?
The Lakland 55-OS uses the classic Lakland body shape in a slightly modified offset design, with an ash body and all-black hardware.
Can you string the Lakland 55-OS through the body?
Yes. The Lakland Dual Access bridge on the 55-OS lets you string it through the body or through the bridge.
Who is the Lakland 55-OS for?
The Lakland 55-OS suits 5-string players who want one bass that covers modern slap, warm fingerstyle and aggressive picked tones. The active preamp and pickups plug straight into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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