Description
The Stiletto Studio-5 is the kind of bass that makes five-string skeptics reconsider. Schecter built this one neck-through, so the maple/walnut neck runs straight into the body rather than bolting on — the result is sustain that blooms and a low B that stays focused instead of turning to mud. That’s the difference neck-through construction makes, and you feel it the moment you dig in.
Tonally, the wood pairing does real work. A bubinga top adds brightness and definition on top of mahogany body wings, which bring the weight and warmth to the low end. It’s a combination that gives you punch without harshness — useful whether you’re slapping, fingerstyle, or riding a pick through a dense mix.
Electronics come courtesy of a pair of EMG pickups wired to an active 3-band EQ, giving you real shaping power: scoop the mids for a modern slap tone, push the low end for reggae or dub, or flatten everything for a punchy, honest signal. It’s a setup that adapts to whatever the gig calls for instead of locking you into one voice.
Hardware is top-grade throughout, keeping tuning stable even under heavy playing or stage abuse — a detail that matters more than most players admit until they’re mid-set.
- Neck-through maple/walnut neck for sustain and stability
- Bubinga top over mahogany body wings
- Pair of EMG pickups with active 3-band EQ
- Finished in Honey Satin
Whether you’re a five-string newcomer or a working bassist who needs a dependable, expressive instrument, the Stiletto Studio-5 punches well above its price.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.