Schecter Charles Berthoud CB-4 bass in Lh See Thru Black Satin
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- Brand new in original box
- Full Schecter manufacturer's warranty
- Free shipping in the continental US
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2878
- Color
- Black
. Description
Sound & Tone
The EMG 35HZ bridge pickup gives this left-handed CB-4 a focused, articulate voice with tight lows and clear note definition, while the active EMG 3-band EQ lets you shape it from deep, rounded bass to bright, cutting highs. The ash body with flamed maple top and through-neck walnut construction with Padauk stringers add sustain and clarity, so notes ring evenly across the 34" scale. With 24 jumbo frets and Ultra Access to the upper register, it suits fast fingerstyle, slap, chordal, and solo playing in modern and fusion settings as readily as straightforward groove work.
Schecter Charles Berthoud CB-4 Left-Handed Bass in See Thru Black Satin
The left-handed CB-4 is engineered for studio tracking and live session work, offering a remarkably slim neck profile paired with through-body construction that translates to rock-solid tuning stability and sustain across long recording takes. The thin "C" neck shape and lightweight ash body with flamed maple top minimize hand fatigue during marathon sessions while delivering excellent clarity and articulation into the mix. Built to the exacting standards of working session musicians, the CB-4 bridges vintage bass tone with modern recording versatility.
Playability & Session Comfort
The 34" scale with 24 jumbo frets on a 16" fretboard radius enables fast, accurate fretwork across the entire neck for both fingerstyle and pick-based tracking, while the Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut and walnut neck with Padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber rods maintain tight tuning stability and eliminate neck drift during back-to-back takes. A thin "C" profile measuring 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret accommodates both traditional and modern hand positions, reducing fatigue during extended recording and overdub sessions.
Recording Tone & Active Shaping
The EMG 35HZ bridge pickup paired with an EMG 3-band B64 EQ and master volume/blend control delivers surgical precision for sculpting your bass tone across the full frequency spectrum—tightening lows for punch, controlling midrange boxiness, and extending highs for definition in the mix. The Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge and Grover Bass 144 Series tuners anchor the instrument with studio-grade hardware reliability for session after session.
Key Features
- 34" scale — full-range tone with comfortable reach
- Thin "C" neck shape — 0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret
- 24 jumbo frets on rosewood fretboard with abalone offset dot inlays
- 16" fretboard radius — balance of playability and comfort
- Walnut neck with Padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods — stability and durability
- Ash body with flamed maple top — lightweight with visual character
- Through-neck construction with Ultra Access — sustain and upper fret access
- EMG 35HZ pickup with EMG 3-band B64 EQ — active electronics with sculpting capability
- Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge — intonation and hardware reliability
- Grover Bass 144 Series tuners — consistent tuning stability
- Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut — improved sustain and tonal clarity
- Left-handed configuration in see-thru black satin finish
The CB-4 combines meticulous hardware selection and construction techniques to create a left-handed bass that performs at professional standards without compromise.
More Information
| Dexterity | Left handed |
|---|---|
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Strings | 6 |
|---|---|
| Orientation | Left handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Beginners
- – Budget-conscious players
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this bass have, and will it fit my hand?
The CB-4 features a thin 'C' profile measuring 0.787 inches at the 1st fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, designed to accommodate both traditional and modern hand positions without fatigue. The 34-inch scale with 24 jumbo frets on a 16-inch radius provides a comfortable balance between fast fretwork and playability across the entire neck.
What kind of tone control does the active EQ system offer?
The EMG 35HZ pickup paired with an EMG 3-band B64 EQ and master volume/blend control lets you sculpt precise tonal shaping across the frequency spectrum, from deep lows to articulate highs. This setup gives you the flexibility to dial in tight sustain and clarity for studio sessions or live performance across funk, modern, and genre-blending rigs.
Is this bass stable for touring and extended play?
Yes. The walnut neck with Padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods, combined with the Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut and Grover Bass 144 Series tuners, ensures reliable tuning stability and minimal neck movement during tours and long sessions. The through-body construction with Ultra Access upper-fret capability adds structural reliability and sustain.
What hardware and materials does this bass use?
The CB-4 features a Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge for intonation and hardware-level reliability, Grover Bass 144 Series tuners for consistent tuning, a Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut for improved sustain and tonal clarity, and a lightweight ash body with a flamed maple top. The instrument is built left-handed with a see-thru black satin finish.
Who should buy this bass, and who should look elsewhere?
The CB-4 is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional left-handed bassists who play studio sessions, live gigs, touring, and funk. It is not recommended for beginners or budget-conscious players seeking entry-level instruments.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $105 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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