Lakland Skyline 55-01 User manual

WELCOME HOME
It was 1994 when Lakland Basses was born in Chicago, Illinois from the collective
vision of three principals – a luthier and two musicians – who shared a common
goal of creating a new bass that would carry on the lineage of the great
American builders. Lakland provides bass guitars that combine elements
of the pioneering bass builders whose designs are the very definitions of
traditional style and ergonomics, with contemporary components to match
and surpass the playability of more esoteric basses that have entered the
market in recent years. Lakland bass guitars have a sound and feel that are at
once familiar and unique – any player who picks up a Lakland bass immediately
feels at home. Welcome home to Lakland Basses.
BASS DONE RIGHT
At Lakland, we concern ourselves with quality at every step of our
process. All Lakland bodies and necks are precision-machined from
the best pieces of tone wood to ensure that every instrument meets
our strict standards of excellence without variation from bass to bass.
The quality of our details comes from the tireless work of our Lakland
team – a group of musicians and craftsmen who understand what other
players are looking for.
Lakland Bass Guitars are among the market’s most well respected
instruments; favored by discerning players and professional artists
worldwide. The vintage comfort and contemporary ingenuity of our
basses deliver an unparalleled playing experience.
Since the introduction of our flagship models in the mid 1990’s, our
basses have been recognized for their superior tone, playability and
construction. At Lakland, we invest in innovation and set new benchmarks
for quality and versatility. We listen to the instruments and to the people
who play them. Anything we can do better, we will do best.
“I get invaluable feedback from our players when I ask
them, ‘What don’t you like about our basses?’ Once we
know that, we make better basses.” - Dan Lakin

Lakland 4-string basses are among the most well-built
instruments on the market. The look and feel of the Lakland
4-string bass is instantly familiar to anyone who is a fan of
traditional aesthetics. The 44-94 has a unique personality;
drawing on the best aspects of classic basses and updating
them with modern playability and construction that is second
to none. With the ability to emulate the tones of many
popular basses, the Lakland 4-string also maintains a tonal
character all its own.
The 44-94 was our very first bass; the one that started it all.
Configured with a split MM pickup in the bridge position and
a single J-style pickup at the neck, with a a splitter switch for
the bridge pickup; all coils are independently humbucked.

CLASSIC STANDARD AND DELUXE
NUT WIDTH 1.6” 1.6”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.46” 2.46”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .77” .77”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .87” .87”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10” 10”
SCALE LENGTH 34” 34”
FRETS 22 22
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .78” .78”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Alder Swamp Ash
TOP None Quilted or flamed maple top on deluxe models.
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Open Back Tapered Shaft Hipshot Open Back Tapered Shaft
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex
CONTROLS Cut and Boost: Bass, Midrange, Treble, Panning-style Pickup Blend Control. Master Volume (pull for preamp bypass). 3-way Bridge
Pickup Coil Tap
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access Lakland Dual Access
PREAMP Lakland LH3 Lakland LH3
PICKUPS Lakland MM-J Config Lakland MM-J Config
More pro gear priced for those of us without a road crew. The 44-02 has an active punch that will
drive your sound clearly through any mix, but is also subtle and refined to fit well into any playing
situation. The pickups and onboard preamp on the 44-02 are the same configuration as you’ll find
on our US-made 44-94. The 44-02 doesn’t care if your gig is at a local tavern or the local arena. It
pushes 100% pure tone every night.

The 55-94 is one of the most popular 5-string basses on the
market. The 35” scale insures a tight ringing low B-string and
solid intonation. Designed by players for players, our 5-string
neck is well known as one the most comfortable available.

CLASSIC STANDARD AND DELUXE
NUT WIDTH 1.81” 1.81”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 3.3” 3.3”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .81” .81”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .92” .92”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10-13” (Compound) 10-13” (Compound)
SCALE LENGTH 35” 35”
FRETS 22 22
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .75” .75”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Alder Swamp Ash
TOP None Quilted or flamed maple top on deluxe models.
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Ultralite Hipshot Ultralite
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex
CONTROLS Cut and Boost: Bass, Midrange, Treble, Panning-style Pickup Blend Control. Master Volume (pull for preamp bypass).
3-way Bridge Pickup Coil Tap
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access Lakland Dual Access
PREAMP Lakland LH3 Lakland LH3
PICKUPS Lakland MM-J Config Lakland MM-J Config
Deluxe model shown.
The 55-02 is equipped with the familiar MM/J pickup configuration and custom 3-band preamp used
in the US-made 55-94. The master volume pot can be pulled to bypass the active preamp. The 55-02
has a 3-way toggle for coil splitting.

The 44-60 combines the best of the old and new. A classic
design with state of the art engineering upgrades. It combines
such modern enhancements as our heavy duty string through
body bridge, precise 27:1 tuning machines and graphite neck
reinforcement to name a few. Our neck dimensions are just
like Joe’s 1961 model. It is beyond comfortable, some have
called it perfect!
JOE OSBORN
It was his bass that gave movement and depth
to hits like The Age of Aquarius and Bridge Over
Troubled Water. Joe Osborn’s career began in
the 1960’s and he has been one of the industry’s
most prolific sidemen, recording on hundreds of
Top 40 hits with artists such as: The Mamas & The
Papas, The Fifth Dimension, Rick Nelson, Simon
& Garfunkel, and Johnny Rivers to name but a
few. Joe holds four Academy of Country Music
Hat Awards and was the recipient of Bass Player
Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

4-STRING US MADE 5-STRING US MADE
NUT WIDTH 1.5” 1.81”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.48” 3.3”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .77” .81”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .94” .92”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10” 10-13” (Compound)
SCALE LENGTH 34” 35”
FRETS 20 22
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .78” .75”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Alder | Swamp Ash Swamp Ash
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Open Back Tapered Shaft Hipshot Ultralite
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex
PICKGUARD Tortoise Shell | Aged White (Mint) | Other colors available Tortoise Shell | Aged White (Mint) | Other colors available
CONTROLS Passive Model Concentric (Stacked Knobs) Volume/Tone-Volume/Tone
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access Lakland Dual Access
PREAMP Lakland LH3 (Optional), J-Retro (Optional) Lakland LH3 (Optional), J-Retro (Optional)
PICKUPS Lakland Single Coil (2) Lakland Single Coil (2)
Equipped with identical pickups and made to the same physical specs as our US model, The Skyline
44-60 is a true workhorse and a dream to play. The controls are the familiar three knob, volume-
volume-tone set up. Our final set-up touches and a ride on the Plek® machine insure incredible
playability. You must play one to believe it!

The Decade is designed to take advantage of a strategically wide
pickup placement. A true neck position pickup provides earth
moving low end and warmth. The super punchy bridge pickup
delivers effortless “Jaco style” tone. You need to hear this bass to
believe it! Because of it’s extra wide tonal range, many seasoned
ears have mistaken the passive Decade for an active instrument.
The body shape is a Lakland original yet looks like a timeless
classic. The pickguard, affectionately referred to as “The Molar”,
really adds to the Decade’s style. Our spoke wheel truss rod
adjustment offers the Decade the deepest neck pickup location on
the market.
Lakland would like to sincerely thank our online advisors, who
were “instrumental” in bringing the Decade to life. They provided
valuable suggestions from the initial prototype to actually naming
the bass. Proof that Lakland listens to its customers!

4-STRING US MADE 5-STRING US MADE
NUT WIDTH 1.5” 1.8”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.48” 3”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .77” .81”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .94” .94”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10” 10-13” (Compound)
SCALE LENGTH 34” 35”
FRETS 20 22
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .78” .75”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite | Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Swamp Ash | Alder | Mahogany Swamp Ash | Alder | Mahogany
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Open Back Tapered Shaft Hipshot Ultralite
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Wheel at Neck Heel Wheel at Neck Heel
PICKGUARD Optional Optional
CONTROLS Passive model: vol, vol, tone. | Active: vol, bass, mid, treble, pan.
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access Lakland Dual Access
PREAMP Optional Optional
PICKUPS The Decade features Lakland’s new CS series ChiSonic pickups. Passive basses feature single coil
pickups, while active basses feature dual-coil, humbucking pickups, and coil tap switch. A vintage
tone knob is optional on active Decades. Designed for high output with a wide frequency response,
ChiSonics give you warm, rounded bottom, detailed mids, and a smooth, natural high end.
A striking mahogany body finished in a classic translucent cherry finish really set this first edition
Skyline Decade ahead of the pack. We use the same US made Chi-Sonics as in the US Decade to offer
deep rich sound as well as a warm pointed tone from the back pickup. High-end pearl blocks and
white binding ensure that this bass will not be ignored. Look for more color and fingerboard combos
coming in 2009.

This classic design, modeled after Bob’s 1964 bass, offers a
classic tone that just works! One Chi-Sonic VP pickup offers
the user a bruising punch and drive that nails the vintage
tone while sending it through the roof with full voicing and
modern energy. Your choice of alder or ash body.
BOB GLAUB
Bob Glaub is one of the premier session artists
working today; he has provided the bottom end
foundation for artists such as: Jackson Browne, Don
Henley, John Fogerty, Warren Zevon, John Prine,
Bruce Springsteen, Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young,
Dusty Springfield, Linda Ronstadt, John Lennon,
Rod Stewart. Since the 1970’s, Bob’s solid sound and
tasteful playing style have become unmistakable.

4-STRING US MADE 5-STRING US MADE
NUT WIDTH 1.75”, 1.5” Optional 1.81”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.48” 3.3”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .76” .81”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .94” .92”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10” 10-13” (Compound)
SCALE LENGTH 34” 35”
FRETS 20 22
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .78” .75”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Alder | Swamp Ash (Optional) Alder | Swamp Ash (Optional)
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Open Back Tapered Shaft Hipshot Ultralite
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex
PICKGUARD Tortoise Shell | Aged White (Mint) | Other colors available Tortoise Shell | Aged White (Mint) | Other colors available
CONTROLS Volume/Tone | Volume/Volume-Tone (Optional P/J model) Volume/Tone | Volume/Volume-Tone (Optional P/J model)
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access Lakland Dual Access
PICKUPS Lakland Lakland ChiSonicVP Split Pickup Pickup (standard) | Lakland Single Coil J pickup | Linear Humcanceller in bridge position
(optional on P/J models)
This version of the 44-64 model features the exact same Chi-Sonic VP pickup as the US version
insuring the same great tone at a great price. The neck is wide and fast. This bass is fun to play.
Two knobs keep it simple and pure. Let your hands do the rest!

Many old school electric bass players prefer a narrower neck
– Duck included! Pearl blocks and fingerboard binding offer
a deluxe look. This hybrid combo of the our 44-64 and 44-60
models fits just right!
DUCK DUNN
Duck Dunn’s grooving bass was a key part of a
1960’s sound so distinctive that it is still commonly
referred to as the “Stax Sound”. Duck has backed
Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, and Albert King; he
has worked with artists such as Roy Buchanan, Bob
Dylan, Rod Stewart, Muddy Waters and Neil Young.
In collaboration with Booker T. and the Blues
Brothers, Duck recorded bass parts so undeniably
funky that they have influenced bassists ever since.
Duck is a key member of the Blues Brothers Band,
and one of the world’s preeminent players.

US MADE
NUT WIDTH 1.5”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.48”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .76”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .94”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10”
SCALE LENGTH 34”
FRETS 20
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .78”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Alder | Swamp Ash (Optional)
FINGERBOARD Rosewood with Pearl Blocks and White Binding | Maple with Ebony Blocks and Black Binding
TUNERS Hipshot Open Back Tapered Shaft
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Neck Heel: 5/32” Hex
PICKGUARD White
CONTROLS Volume/Tone
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access
PICKUPS Lakland ChiSonicVP Split Pickup
The Skyline 44-64 Custom, in rockin’ candy apple red with matching head stock, is as fun to look at as
it is to play. Big, classic sound and a super comfortable neck add up to a very playable bass.

The Lakland Hollowbody is the result of our collaboration
with master bass guitar builder, Michael Tobias. The
Hollowbody model is constructed from two halves of precision
carved, fine tone wood.
The Hollowbody provides a range of robust tones that more
than match the bass’ gorgeous appearance. From deep,
authoritative notes reminiscent of an upright to aggressive
and throaty sounds capable of cutting through as a solo voice,
the Hollowbody is responsive, with a solid tonal center that
many hollow basses lack.

US MADE
NUT WIDTH 1.62”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.42”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .8”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .89”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10”
SCALE LENGTH 34”
FRETS 20
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .75”
NECK WOOD Quarter-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Carved Mahogany Back and sides
TOP Carved Maple Top | Carved AAA Flame Maple Top (Deluxe only)
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Ultralite
TRUSS ROD ACCESS At headstock w/Cover - 5/32” Hex
CONTROLS Volume/Volume-Tone/Tone (Passive), Humbucker to Single coil switchable
BRIDGE Lakland Bridge (through bridge stringing only)
PICKUPS The Hollowbody features Lakland’s new CS series ChiSonic pickups. Designed for high output with a
wide frequency response, ChiSonics give you warm, rounded bottom, detailed mids, and a smooth,
natural high end.
Featuring the exact same carving as our US model, the Skyline Hollowbody offers the same comfort
level that surpasses anything else on the market. With Chi-Sonics on board you now have an instant
classic. As with all of our instruments, the Hollowbody undergoes Lakland’s legendary fine tuning in
Chicago before it hits the stores so you will be assured this bass plays as good as it looks.

The ’01 family of basses is a solid, well voiced bass that excels
in all musical settings. The physical specs are identical to the
’02 series and offer unparalleled playability at this price point
Swamp ash body, your choice of fingerboard wood, top
quality electronics – it’s all here. We ensure it’s playability with
a Plek® treatment. Our ’01 series basses prove that you don’t
have to spend a lot of money to get a world class bass.

44-01 55-01
NUT WIDTH 1.6” 1.81”
WIDTH AT FINAL FRET 2.46” 3.3”
1ST FRET NECK DEPTH .77” .81”
12TH FRET NECK DEPTH .87” .92”
FINGERBOARD RADIUS 10” 10-13” (Compound)
SCALE LENGTH 34” 35”
FRETS 22 22
BRIDGE STRING SPACING .78” . 75”
NECK WOOD Flat-Sawn Rock Maple Flat-Sawn Rock Maple with Graphite Reinforcement Bars
BODY WOOD(S) Swamp Ash Swamp Ash
FINGERBOARD Birdseye maple | Rosewood | Ebony
TUNERS Hipshot Lisc. Ultralite Hipshot Lisc. Ultralite
TRUSS ROD ACCESS Neck Heel: 4mm Hex Neck Heel: 4mm Hex
CONTROLS Cut and Boost: Bass, Midrange, Treble, Panning-style Pickup Blend Control. Master Volume.
BRIDGE Lakland Dual Access Lakland Dual Access
PREAMP Bartolini MK-1 Bartolini MK-1
PICKUPS Bartolini MK-1 Split-Coil Soapbars Bartolini MK-1 Split-Coil Soapbars
Just like the 44-01, the 55-01 features dual Bartolini MK-1 split-coil soapbars coupled with the MK-1
preamp. The 44’s and 55’s have that deep Lakland cutaway on the high register side of the neck
that allows easy access to all 22 frets. The 35-inch scale necks make for killer low B’s, which is why
the low tones on Skyline 5-string basses boom with piano-like clarity.

Nate Mendel - The Foo Fighters
Tim Commerford - Rage Against
the Machine
Tobin Esperance - Papa Roach
Jon Evans - Tori Amos
Geezer Butler - Black Sabbath
Nick Harmer - Deathcab for Cutie
Rick Rosas - Neil Young
Mike Retondo - Plain White T’s
Tony Garnier - Bob Dylan
Ben Kenney - Incubus
Adam Clayton - U2
Paul Thomas - Good Charlotte
Hutch Hutchinson - Bonnie Raitt
Vashon Johnson - Hannah Montana/
Miley Cyrus
Jason Scheff - Chicago
Scott Shriner - Weezer
Jim Anton - Johnny Lang
Chris Chew - North Mississippi Allstars/
John Hiatt
Danyell Morgan - Robert Randolph and
the Family Band
Charlotte Cooper - The Subways
Keith Duffy - The Corrs/Boy Zone
Julie Slick – Adrian Belew
Tim Foreman - Switchfoot
Conrad Lozano - Los Lobos
Jim Mayer - Jimmy Buffet
John Pierce - Huey Lewis and the News
Bob Lizik - Brian Wilson
Jon E Gee - John Mellencamp
Graham Maby - Joe Jackson
David Hood - Muscle Shoals
Rhythm Section
Kevin McCormick - Jackson Browne
Rodney”Skeet”Curtis - Maceo Parker
Erik Scott - Sonia Dada
Chris Squire - Yes
Chris Hillman - The Byrds
Dave Pomeroy - Nashville Session
Neil Stubenhaus - LA Session
Bob Glaub - LA Session
Stevie Benton - Drowning Pool
Larry Junstrom - 38 Special
Charlie Haywood - Charlie Daniels Band
Dave Bronze - Eric Clapton/Robin Trower
Chris Chaney - LA Session
Conrad Korsch - Rod Stewart
Patrick Dahlhiemer - Live
Reggie McBride - Keb’ Mo’
Darryl Stuermer - Genesis
John Stiratt - Wilco
Mike Gordon - Phish
Orlando Wright - Buddy Guy
Donald “Duck “ Dunn - Booker T
and M.G.’s
Skylark - Doobie Brothers
Jack Sundurd - Poco
Jauqo III-X
Peter Martin - Natasha Bedingfield
Dale Davis - Amy Whinehouse
Taras Prodaniuk - LA Session
Matt Bissonette - Joe Satriani
Zev Katz - Hall & Oats
Juan Alderete - The Mars Volta
Robbie Malone - David Gray
David Inamine - Wayne Newton
Joe Doyle
Sean Hurley - John Mayer
Bill Dickens
Sybil Buck - James Arthur Band
Pete Griffin - Zappa plays Zappa
Billy Peterson – Steve Miller Band
Lee - Allen Zeno Buckwheat Zydeco
Jim Anton - Johnny Lang
Ryan Stasik – Umphrey’s McGee
NATURAL QUILTED
INCA SILVER
SEAFOAM GREEN
NATURAL
ICE BLUE METALLIC
SHORELINE GOLD
SUNBURST QUILTED
CANDY APPLE RED
SONIC BLUE
SUNBURST
BLACK
WHITE TRANSLUCENT
TOBACCO BURST QUILTED CHERRY SUNBURST
FIESTA RED
BLUE TRANSLUCENT
LAKE PLACID BLUE
CORAL PINK
BLACK SPARKLE
WHITE
BURGUNDY MIST
WHITE PEARL
TEAL GREEN METALLIC
OLYMPIC WHITE
BURGUNDY TRANSLUCENT
MARKUS ORANGE
SHERWOOD GREEN