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Best Lakland 5-String Basses 2025

Premium Lakland 5-string basses - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Extended Range For Unique Designs For Experimental Music For Custom Features For Alternative Styles For Professional Use
BRANDS: Sadowsky Ibanez Warwick Marcus Miller Yamaha Harley Benton Sterling by Music Man Spector Lakland Music Man Sandberg Cort Fodera Marleaux
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 IBM - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 IBM

by Lakland
Professional Use Alternative Styles Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 IBM5-String Electric BassBody: AshNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: MaplePearl block...

⭐ 4.4/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 574855
$2,309
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 5-String BK - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Lakland Skyline 55-02 5-String BK

by Lakland
Experimental Music Extended Range Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Versatile pickup configurations available
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • More complex muting techniques required

Lakland Skyline 55-02 5-String BK5-String Electric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard...

⭐ 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 574854
$2,309
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 SMT VIB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 SMT VIB

by Lakland
Extended Range Alternative Styles Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 SMT VIB5-String Electric BassTop: Spalted mapleBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 599542
$2,408
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 HBG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 HBG

by Lakland
Professional Use Custom Features Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Professional versatility
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • More complex muting techniques required

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 HBG5-String Electric BassBody: AshTop: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 602290
$2,409
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 BKS - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 BKS

by Lakland
Professional Use Experimental Music Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Extended low-end range with low B string
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
✗ CONS
  • • String spacing may feel cramped
  • • May need specialized strings and setup

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom 5 BKS5-String Electric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: EbonyPearl block...

⭐ 4.9/5 (45 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 574856
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String NAT

by Lakland
Experimental Music Unique Designs Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Extended low-end range with low B string
✓ PROS
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String NAT5-String Electric BassBody: AshNeck: Bolt-on mapleFingerboard: MapleFingerboard...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 574851
$1,539
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 NG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 NG

by Lakland
Custom Features Unique Designs Professional Use
Key Feature:
• Extended low-end range with low B string
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
✗ CONS
  • • May need specialized strings and setup
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 NG5-String Electric BassBody: AshTop: Quilted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 602288
$2,409
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 NAT - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 NAT

by Lakland
Experimental Music Alternative Styles Extended Range
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Modern extended range capabilities
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
✗ CONS
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment
  • • String spacing may feel cramped

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Deluxe 5 NAT5-String Electric BassBody: AshTop: spalted mapleBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.7/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 574912
$2,199
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom WPG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom WPG

by Lakland
Professional Use Custom Features Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Modern extended range capabilities
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile pickup configurations available
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
✗ CONS
  • • More complex muting techniques required
  • • Wider neck requires adjustment

Lakland Skyline 55-02 Custom WPG5-String Electric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MaplePearl block...

⭐ 5.0/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 602294
$2,409
Buy at Thomann View Details
Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String 3TSB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String 3TSB

by Lakland
Unique Designs Extended Range Alternative Styles
Key Feature:
• Professional versatility
✓ PROS
  • • Perfect for contemporary music styles
  • • Extended low-end range with low B string
✗ CONS
  • • Higher learning curve vs 4-string
  • • More complex muting techniques required

Lakland Skyline 55-01 5-String 3TSB5 String Electric BassBody: AshBolt-on neck: MapleFingerboard: MapleBlack dot...

⭐ 4.6/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 574767
$1,539
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best 5-String Basses

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 5-string basses typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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