Lakland Skyline 44-02 Deluxe Bass in Three Tone Sunburst
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- SKU
- S44-02D-TTS
- Color
- Sunburst
. Description
Sound & Tone
The ash body with quilted maple top and maple neck lend a bright, snappy foundation, while the MM-J pickup pairing offers the growl and midrange bite of a humbucker at the bridge blended against the rounder, more scooped voice of the neck single-coil. The LH3 preamp's three-band cut and boost, panning blend, and 3-way coil tap let you dial anything from thick fingerstyle warmth to aggressive slap and pick attack, and the pull-for-bypass volume drops you into a straight passive tone when you want the woods and pickups alone. On a 34" scale with Indian laurel board, it covers funk, rock, pop, and session work where articulate lows and present highs need to sit clearly in a dense mix.
Lakland Skyline 44-02 Deluxe Bass in Three Tone Sunburst
The Skyline 44-02 Deluxe is engineered for long tracking sessions and daily studio work, with an ergonomic neck taper and balanced weight distribution that eliminate fatigue during extended takes. This instrument houses the same active electronics and pickup configuration found in Lakland's USA Series, paired with a body topped in figured quilted maple and finished in classic three-tone sunburst. The combination of premium hardware, Chicago-wound pickups, and a refined preamp delivers the clarity and punch needed to anchor a mix, cut through dense arrangements, and sit solidly in both contemporary and traditional recording contexts.
Playability & Build for the Control Room
The 1.6" nut width and Lakland neck taper enable rapid, accurate fretting across the 22-fret, 34" scale fingerboard, reducing hand strain during overdub sessions. Construction pairs an ash body with a quilted maple top, flat-sawn maple neck with graphite reinforcement, and Indian laurel fingerboard, while Hipshot Ultralite tuners and a Lakland Dual Access bridge (switchable between through-body and bridge stringing) provide tuning stability and allow rapid reconfiguration between different recording scenarios. The fingerboard radius of 10" and measured neck depths (.77" at the 1st fret, .87" at the 12th) create a consistent, playable profile that translates across varying playing techniques and dynamic requirements.
Tone & Recording Electronics
Active tone shaping comes courtesy of the Lakland LH3 preamp and MM-J pickup configuration, both wound in Lakland's Chicago shop and identical to USA Series specifications. Three-band EQ with cut and boost controls for bass, midrange, and treble, combined with a panning-style pickup blend and 3-way bridge coil tap, delivers articulate lows for definition, defined mids for presence in dense mixes, and present highs for clarity—all powered by a single 9-volt battery. The master volume includes a pull-for-bypass function to disengage the preamp entirely for passive operation when tracking demands a different tonal character.
Key Features
- Body: Ash with Quilted Maple top in Three Tone Sunburst finish
- Neck: Flat-sawn Maple with graphite reinforcement bars
- Fingerboard: Indian Laurel with 10" radius, 22 frets
- Scale Length: 34" with .75" bridge string spacing
- Nut Width: 1.6" Delrin nut
- Neck Dimensions: .77" depth at 1st fret, .87" at 12th fret, 2.46" width at final fret
- Tuners: Hipshot Ultralites
- Bridge: Lakland Dual Access (through-body or through-bridge stringing)
- Pickups: Lakland MM-J configuration
- Preamp: Lakland LH3 with bass/mid/treble cut and boost, pickup blend, 3-way coil tap, master volume with tone bypass
- Power: Single 9-volt battery
- Truss Rod Access: 4mm hex at neck heel
The 44-02 Deluxe combines the proven tracking platform of Lakland's mid-level workhorse with premium tonewoods and finishing to deliver professional-grade electronics and playability at the Skyline price point, making it a versatile foundation for diverse recording projects.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 34" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 22 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Beginner players (price point and setup complexity)
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this bass designed for?
The Skyline 44-02 Deluxe is built for intermediate through professional players. Its ergonomic neck taper, 10-inch fingerboard radius, and balanced weight distribution make it comfortable for extended playing sessions, while the active electronics and professional-grade hardware suit gigging musicians and studio professionals.
What genres does this bass work best in?
This bass excels in jazz, funk, and studio sessions where clarity and articulate tone are essential. The versatile active shaping and MM-J pickup configuration make it well-suited for any style that requires punchy defined mids and a clear voice; it is not recommended for metal or thrash metal applications.
Can I switch between active and passive operation?
Yes. The master volume includes a pull-for-bypass function that disengages the LH3 preamp entirely, letting you operate the bass in passive mode when needed. The bass runs on a single 9-volt battery in active mode.
What are the neck and body specifications?
The bass features a 34-inch scale with a 1.6-inch nut width, 22-fret Indian laurel fingerboard with 10-inch radius, and a flat-sawn maple neck with graphite reinforcement. The body is ash with a figured quilted maple top in three-tone sunburst finish, and neck depths measure 0.77 inches at the 1st fret and 0.87 inches at the 12th fret.
How does the bridge stringing work?
The Lakland Dual Access bridge allows you to choose between through-body and through-bridge stringing, giving you flexibility in setup and tonal character depending on your playing style and preference.
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