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I have purchased 4 of these basses 55-02 at different time s 2003/ 2012 /2007/2005 The 2003 model is what I use .... purchased it new So I purchased this 2005 model hoping it would be the same as 2003 model For a spare But it's not ,the preamp is different ...they are all different pre amps It's still a good guitar doesn't put out the same sound "big ass b string " as 2003 So I won't purchase another one unless I see a picture of the preamp electronics in the guitar Lol anyone need a bass Thanks
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Pros: I've been playing a Fender precision bass custom sinse 80 with p/j config . I love the Lakland 55-02- 5 string because it feels like my Fender but has its own sound. Bright HI's Punchy Bass. Cons: The fret edges are sharp and you can cut yourself. I used an Emery cloth to Sand down the edges top and bottom. Poor oversight on Lakland part.
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I have been looking for a bass that was 5 strings, played well, and sounded great for my studio and after playing the Skyline, I decided that I found a winner. The Skyline is a well made, bolt on neck bass, with a nice finish and smooth feel. It isn't too heavy, and feels quite natural to my hands. The fretwork is solid and there aren't any dead spots. The action is a little high currently, but that is an easy fix, and it is quite easy to intonate. As nice as the bass is, it is the active electronics that sold it on me. I have compared the new Lakland pickups to the older Bartolini's and the new ones are quite a bit more punchy and thick. The older Barts are more clean sounding, precise and almost thin, though in no way bad. The new ones just simply own when it comes to beef and punch...there is just no other way to describe it. If I were to need a bass for jazz or smooth listening, I'd go with the Barts...if I needed a bass for rock, metal, funk, or even country, I'd go with the new pickups. The EQ options are great, and give ample control over treble, mid, bass, mid sweep, and an internal 3 way switch for a mid crossover shift. All in all it is a great bass!Read full review
I love it - big fat tone with shimmering Highs
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