Schecter Charles Berthoud CB-5 bass in See Thru Black Satin

Schecter CB-5 Charles Berthoud Bass See Thru Black Satin

The CB-5 delivers a balanced, ergonomic playing experience with its thin "C" neck profile and 35" extended scale that translates to articulate, controlled tracking in your sessions. Finished in elegant See Thru Black Satin with a flamed maple top, this signature model combines striking visual appeal with the professional-grade stability and sustain required for capturing precise bass performances. Built as a true thru-neck instrument with carbon fiber reinforcement, the CB-5 is engineered for consistency and reliability across any recording style or studio application.

Construction & Session Stability

The neck-thru design with 5-ply walnut, padauk stringers, and dual carbon fiber rods ensures maximum rigidity and sustain—critical for maintaining solid intonation across multitrack overdubs and live-to-disk recording sessions. The Ultra Access heel allows seamless upper fret navigation for layering multiple bass tones, while a thin "C" neck shape measuring 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th fret provides comfortable reach during long studio days. The 16" fretboard radius and 24 jumbo frets on rosewood deliver smooth, fast playability with abalone offset dot inlays and side markers for confident tracking.

Tone Shaping for the Mix

Dual EMG 40HZ pickups paired with an EMG 3-band active EQ system deliver expansive tonal range from deep, articulate lows to crisp, defined highs—essential for dialing in the exact bass character your mix demands. The 35" scale length ensures tight low-end articulation and clarity on the extended B string, giving you defined bottom-end definition that sits cleanly in dense mixes. The Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge provides solid resonance and reliable tuning stability across long recording sessions.

Key Features

• Ash body with flamed maple top – premium tonewoods delivering rich tone and striking aesthetics
• Thru-neck construction with Ultra Access – maximum sustain and smooth upper fret access
• 5-ply walnut neck with padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods – enhanced stability and sustain
• 35" extended scale length – tight, articulate low end and improved clarity
• Thin "C" neck profile – 20mm at 1st fret, 22mm at 12th fret for ergonomic reach
• 24 jumbo frets on rosewood with abalone offset dots – smooth playing surface with elegant inlay markers
• Dual EMG 40HZ pickups with active 3-band EQ – wide tonal range and pro-grade tone shaping
• Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut at 45mm width – precision string definition and durability
• Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge – resonant and tuning-stable hardware
• Grover tuners with 2-way truss rod – reliable tuning and adjustability via heel spoke wheel
• Black hardware throughout – cohesive visual design with See Thru Black Satin finish

The CB-5 stands as a professional recording instrument built for producers and engineers who demand uncompromised sustain, tonal flexibility, and dependable performance across demanding studio sessions.