Schecter C-5 Standard bass in Tobacco Burl
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- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
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- SKU
- SCHECTER3972
- Color
- Natural
Description
Sound & Tone
The mahogany body lends warmth and body to the low end, while the 35" scale keeps the low B tight and articulate rather than loose. Twin high-output passive soapbar pickups push a punchy, defined voice, and independent volume and tone controls at each pickup let you dial anything from a fat, rounded neck-pickup tone to a snappier bridge-forward growl. With 24 jumbo frets on a rosewood board and a roasted maple neck, it suits rock, metal, funk and modern session work where clarity across five strings matters.
Schecter C-5 Standard 5-String Bass in Tobacco Burl
The Schecter C-5 Standard delivers balanced sonic character and ergonomic comfort across extended recording and overdub sessions. This 5-string bass pairs premium tonewoods with high-output passive electronics, enabling quick tonal adjustments during tracking and mixing integration. The distinctive Tobacco Burl finish adds visual dimension to your studio setup while maintaining the instrument's core recording strengths.
Build & Playability
The bolt-on roasted maple neck with a thin "C" profile and rosewood fretboard enables rapid fretting across multiple takes without hand fatigue. A 16" fretboard radius combined with 24 jumbo frets captures clear articulation and consistent note definition for punch and clarity in the final mix, while the 35" scale length provides proper string tension and frequency response essential for professional 5-string bass recordings.
Tone & Electronics
Twin Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar pickups with high-output passive design track punchy, defined tone across the frequency spectrum with minimal phase interaction. Independent volume and tone controls for bridge and neck pickups allow fast blending between positions and real-time tonal shaping during tracking—no active electronics or batteries required.
Key Features
- 5-string bass configuration with 35" scale length
- Mahogany body with figured burl top and Tobacco Burl finish
- Roasted maple neck with natural satin finish
- Thin "C" neck profile with 16" fretboard radius
- Rosewood fretboard with 24 jumbo frets and white dot inlays
- 45mm graphite nut for tuning stability
- Two Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar passive pickups
- Independent bridge and neck volume and tone controls
- Schecter Diamond Bass bridge with black hardware
- Black 1-ply binding on body and fretboard
- Bolt-on construction with black Schecter tuners
The C-5 Standard delivers solid mid-range 5-string bass design with tonal versatility and reliable hardware for consistent results across studio sessions and production workflows.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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Specifications
| Body Wood | Mahogany |
|---|---|
| Top | Figured Burl |
| Scale Length | 35" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Radius | 16" |
| Nut Width | 45mm |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Profile | Thin "C" |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Models | Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar (neck), Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar (bridge) |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | Indonesia |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Folk
- – Classical
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of music is this bass suited for?
The C-5 Standard excels in funk, rock, jazz, and studio session work thanks to its punchy, articulate passive tone and versatile pickup blending. Its tight low end and clear articulation make it less ideal for folk or classical styles.
Does this bass require a battery or power supply?
No. The Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar pickups use a passive high-output design, so there are no active electronics or batteries needed. You control tone entirely through the independent bridge and neck volume and tone knobs.
What is the neck profile and scale length?
The C-5 Standard features a thin C-profile roasted maple neck with a 16-inch fretboard radius and 35-inch scale length. This combination provides fast position shifts, comfortable extended playing, and proper string tension for a quality 5-string platform.
Is this bass good for gigging and touring?
Yes. The bolt-on construction, roasted maple neck, graphite nut, and solid Schecter Diamond bridge hardware are all built for live reliability and dependability across years of road use.
Can I blend the bridge and neck pickups independently?
Yes. Each pickup has its own volume and tone control, letting you blend and shape tone without requiring active EQ or batteries. This gives you studio-level tonal flexibility during live performance and session work.
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