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Lakland Skyline 44-01 vs. 44-02???

Discussion in 'Basses [BG]' started by panic_striken, Nov 26, 2005.

  1. Nov 26, 2005 #1
    panic_striken

    panic_striken

    Oct 13, 2005
    I have never been able to lay my hands on either of these instruments, but I have heard and read nothing but great things about them. I have decided to take a little x-mas cash and try to make a nice down payment on one if I like the feel and tone. Bottom line how much of a difference is there sound wise between the two??? I know the 01 has the Bart soapbars and MK1 preamp, and the 02 has a Bart MM and J-style pups with a different preamp. Also, if you were gonna make the choice between a G&L Tribute L2000 or a Lakland Skyline 44-01 what would you go for??? I know it is real up to the individual, but since you don't know my style just tell me why it would fit you better:) Thanks ya'll!!!!!! :smug:
     
  2. Nov 26, 2005 #2
    panic_striken

    panic_striken

    Oct 13, 2005
    Anyone got anything at all to say...............besides look it up :p Which I have done a little research on, but I would appreciate your input :)
     
  3. Nov 26, 2005 #3
    Godhead'sLament

    Godhead'sLament

    Jul 19, 2005
    Stockholm (Sweden)
  4. Nov 26, 2005 #4
    David Wilson

    David Wilson Supporting Member

    Oct 14, 2002
    Lower Westchester, NY
    yup, the overall differences between 55-01 and 55-02 are the same as between 44-01 and 44-02 with obvious exception of the B string
     
  5. Nov 26, 2005 #5
    vacman

    vacman

    Mar 8, 2004
    portland, or
    IMHO the Skyline series are for the money one of the best values around. Great fit and finish and the bart tone is a fav of mine, YMMV. As a side note the customer service at Lakland is top notch. I have been on a hunt for a new five string and Lakland has made my short list. Good luck with your hunt!
     
  6. Nov 26, 2005 #6
    panic_striken

    panic_striken

    Oct 13, 2005
    What do ya'll think between the G&L Tribute L2000 & Lakland Skyline 44-01????
     
  7. Nov 26, 2005 #7
    Matt Power

    Matt Power Supporting Member

    Jul 2, 2000
    Magnolia, TX
    44-01, hands down....
    The Tributes, IMO, are exceedingly heavy basses....the 44-01s I've played (around 4) have all been uber-light....tone-wise, the Lakland is more flexible, due to the 3 band pre---if I were you, though, I'd custom-order it with the bartolini pre that they use on the 44-02 series. That pre and those pickups work exceptionally well together...try the Dude at vintagebass.com, Adrian Garcia at Accessbass, Juan at basses-electric-acoustic.com, or Basscentral.com. They can all take care of you!
    Good luck!
     
  8. Nov 26, 2005 #8
    tortoise.sg

    tortoise.sg

    Mar 10, 2004
    Castle Hill, Sydney
    I'll go with the lakland.. but the G&L is really versatile. Both of them have very different tones.. you've gotta try them first and see what kinda tone you're looking for. :)
     
  9. Nov 26, 2005 #9
    d8g3jdh

    d8g3jdh Guest

    Aug 9, 2005
    G&L Tribute L-2000, hands down...
    The tributes are not that heavy IMO. Lakland is lighter, but not to the point where it bothers me (may bother some). The G&L pickups and pre work really well together, and having played all three of these basses i can safely say that it sounds just as good with far more versatility. Cant be beat for the money, ip here in Canada theyre cheaper than a 44-01 as well...

    different strokes for different folks eh?