Schecter J-5 bass in Sea Foam Green
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2912
- Color
- Green
. Description
Sound & Tone
The pair of passive Schecter USA MonsterTone-J pickups gives the J-5 familiar J-bass voicing: a clear, midrange-forward growl from the bridge, rounder warmth from the neck, and a scooped, punchy blend when both are open, all underpinned by alder's balanced body and the tightness of a maple neck and fretboard. The 35" scale keeps the low B firm and defined rather than loose, while the push-pull coil tap adds a thinner, more cutting option for tracking or dense mixes. It suits rock, funk, pop, and gospel players who want fingerstyle punch and slap articulation across five strings without relying on active circuitry.
Schecter J-5 Electric Bass in Sea Foam Green
The J-5 is engineered for tracking and mixing sessions with a Thin C neck profile and 35" scale length that captures authentic five-string bass tones with minimal fatigue during long recording days. The Sea Foam Green finish over an alder body combines visual character with sonic warmth, while bolt-on construction delivers the focused resonance and articulate sustain critical for sitting cleanly in a mix. This is a serious recording instrument built with the specifications needed for contemporary five-string production work.
Playability & Comfort
The Thin C neck profile paired with a maple neck and satin finish enables rapid session work and precise note placement across extended takes. At 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, the neck maintains excellent definition while remaining approachable for overdub passes, and the Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq nut at 1.771" width ensures optimal string spacing and consistent tone across the five-string range. The 16" fretboard radius with 21 Narrow X-Jumbo frets supports smooth, legible bass lines and articulate note definition crucial for production clarity.
Tone & Electronics
A matched pair of Schecter USA MonsterTone-J™ pickups in the neck and bridge positions captures the full J-bass character with clarity and depth across the frequency spectrum, translating accurately to tape or DAW. The passive electronics configuration includes two volume controls and a push-pull coil tap tone control, allowing real-time sculpting from aggressive, punchy lows ideal for slap and modern productions to warm, rounded fundamentals perfect for pocket-driven tracks—all without active circuitry dependencies.
Key Features
- Body Material: Alder with Sea Foam Green finish
- Construction: Bolt-on with black hardware
- Neck: Maple with satin finish and Thin C profile
- Scale Length: 35"
- Fretboard: Maple, 16" radius, with 21 Narrow X-Jumbo frets and black offset dot inlays
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Ivory Tusq, 1.771" width
- Pickups: Schecter USA MonsterTone-J™ (neck and bridge)
- Electronics: Passive with 2 volume and push-pull coil tap tone controls
- Bridge: Schecter Custom Bass String Thru
- Tuning Machines: Schecter
- Pickguard: Black
- Made in Indonesia
The Schecter J-5 combines thoughtful hardware selection, proven pickup electronics, and a playable neck design into a five-string platform ready for studio tracking, mixing sessions, or intensive production work.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Scale Length | 35" Scale |
|---|---|
| Frets | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Maple |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 5 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
- ✓ Jazz
Not the best pick for
- – Beginner
- – Drop Tunings
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the J-5 suitable for beginners?
No—this bass is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The five-string configuration, Narrow X-Jumbo frets, and 35" scale are best suited to players with existing technique and experience on multi-string instruments.
Can I use this bass for drop tunings?
The J-5 is not recommended for drop tunings. Its design prioritizes classic J-bass character and articulate definition in standard and extended ranges, not the extreme tension and low-end focus that drop tunings demand.
What pickups does the J-5 have, and can I dial in different tones?
The J-5 features a matched pair of Schecter USA MonsterTone-J pickups (neck and bridge) with passive electronics: two volume controls and a push-pull coil-tap tone control. This setup lets you shape everything from warm, rounded lows to aggressive, punchy tones without active circuitry or batteries.
What is the neck profile, and how does it feel?
The Thin C profile is fast and responsive, measuring 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret. Paired with a satin-finish maple neck and a 16" fretboard radius, it supports smooth legato lines and precise articulation across the five-string range.
How does the J-5 compare to other five-string basses in this range?
The Schecter J-5 sits alongside the Fender Jazz Bass V, Ibanez SR505, and Yamaha TRBX505. It distinguishes itself through the classic J-bass pickup character, passive coil-tap flexibility, Graph Tech nut, and a Thin C neck profile optimized for fast, articulate playing without active electronics to maintain.
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