Schecter Charles Berthoud CB-6 bass in Natural 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
- SCHECTER2879
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The CB-6 delivers articulate, punchy tone from its EMG 45Hz bridge pickup, shaped by an EMG 3-band EQ that ranges from tight, focused lows to bright, cutting definition. Its ash body with flamed maple top adds warmth and clarity, while the neck-through walnut and padauk neck supports long, even sustain, and the extended 35" scale keeps the lowest notes defined. The thin neck and flat 20" radius suit chordal playing, tapping, and soloing across the full six-string range as well as solid low-end grooves.
Schecter Charles Berthoud CB-6 Bass Guitar in Natural Satin
The Schecter Charles Berthoud CB-6 is a 6-string bass engineered for studio recording and professional session work. Its thin "C"-shaped neck profile and extended 35" scale deliver responsive playability alongside the low-end definition and articulation serious bass tracking requires. Built with premium tonewoods and professional-grade hardware, this instrument captures both precision and character in the mix.
Construction & Recording Stability
The neck-thru construction with Ultra Access body design provides seamless upper-fret access for complex arrangements and layered bass lines, while the walnut neck with padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods ensures rock-solid intonation and sustain across sessions. The thin "C" neck profile measures 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th fret, reducing hand fatigue during extended tracking takes. A 24-jumbo fretboard with 20" radius and rosewood fingerboard delivers precise intonation across the extended range, critical for multi-track bass work.
Tone & Mix Integration
The EMG 45Hz bridge pickup paired with an EMG 3-Band B64 EQ system delivers articulate, punchy tone with extensive shaping for genre-specific tracking and direct recording. The ash body with flamed maple top contributes warmth and clarity that sits well in modern mixes, while the Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge and Grover tuners ensure tuning stability through long studio sessions and dynamic response across varied playing styles.
Key Features
- Ash body with flamed maple top; flat top contour
- Neck-through construction with Ultra Access design
- Walnut neck with padauk stringers and 2 carbon fiber reinforcement rods
- Rosewood fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and 20" radius
- 35" scale length
- Thin "C" neck shape: 20mm at 1st fret, 22mm at 12th fret
- Abalone offset dot inlays with side dot markers
- EMG 45Hz pickup (bridge position)
- EMG 3-Band B64 EQ with master volume and blend control
- 54mm Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut
- Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge
- Grover tuners with black hardware; right-handed orientation
This CB-6 combines meticulous lutherie with professional electronics, making it a serious instrument for tracking, mixing sessions, and discerning producers.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
Reviews
Specifications
| Strings | 6 |
|---|---|
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ funk
- ✓ progressive
- ✓ studio sessions
- ✓ touring
- ✓ live performance
Not the best pick for
- – folk
- – traditional country
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does this bass have, and will it suit my playing style?
The CB-6 features a thin C-shaped neck measuring 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th fret, designed for both aggressive technique and extended playing sessions without hand fatigue. The 35-inch scale and 24-jumbo frets with 20-inch radius fingerboard support fast, precise intonation work across all six strings, making it well-suited to intermediate and advanced players in funk, progressive, and studio contexts.
What electronics does this bass have, and how much tone shaping can I do?
The CB-6 pairs an EMG 45Hz bridge pickup with an EMG 3-Band B64 active EQ system, offering master volume and blend controls for extensive shaping. This combination delivers articulate, punchy tone with the dynamic range and clarity needed for precise bass work in studio and live settings.
How stable is the neck, and what hardware does it use?
The neck-thru construction features a walnut neck with padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods, ensuring excellent stability and sustain. Hardware includes a Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge, Grover tuners with black hardware, and a 54mm Graph Tech Black TUSQ XL nut for rock-solid tuning stability.
What kind of body wood and top does this bass have?
The CB-6 features an ash body with a flamed maple top, contributing warmth and clarity to the overall tone profile. The flat-top body contour is paired with an Ultra Access design for seamless upper-fret access.
What skill level is this bass designed for?
The CB-6 is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players who demand both comfort and sonic precision. It excels in touring, live performance, studio sessions, funk, and progressive music contexts where extended playing and precise tone control are essential.
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 $112 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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