Schecter Michael Anthony MA-4 Koa Electric Bass Prototype 0637
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2120-B0637
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
The swamp ash body with koa top gives this 34"-scale bass a punchy, articulate midrange and firm low-end definition, while the maple/walnut neck and rosewood fretboard keep note attack clear and sustained. The Schecter USA MonsterTone P/J pairing covers a wide range through its 3-way switch: fat, thumping lows from the neck P, brighter and more cutting tones from the bridge J, and a blended voice that sits well in a dense mix. It suits rock and session players working fingerstyle or with a pick, and the 12" radius with extra jumbo frets handles aggressive attack and faster lines comfortably.
Schecter Michael Anthony MA-4 Koa Electric Bass Prototype 0637
This MA-4 prototype captures articulate, punchy mids and defined low-end in recordings, thanks to its bolt-on swamp ash body with koa top and balanced, responsive neck profile. At approximately , the instrument sits comfortably during extended tracking sessions. Built to Michael Anthony's exacting standards, this bass delivers the precision and tonal consistency required for professional session recording and studio overdubs where clarity and punch through a dense mix are critical.
Playability & Construction
The maple/walnut neck with rosewood fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing surface ideal for capturing clean takes, while the 21 extra jumbo frets accommodate aggressive playing techniques without fret buzz during recording. Neck dimensions of 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret create a comfortable grip for both fingerstyle and pick recording styles, and the 12" fretboard radius balances flat playability with natural contouring for consistent intonation capture.
Tone & Recording Character
Dual Schecter USA MonsterTone pickups—a neck-position P and bridge-position J—deliver a versatile tonal palette selectable via 3-way switch, allowing rapid tone shaping during overdubs from warm, fat lows to bright, articulate highs. The Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.496" width ensures clear string definition and sustain in the recording, while WSC hardware including the THD4 bass bridge and KG400 tuners provide the rock-solid intonation and tuning stability essential for multi-take sessions and punch-in recording.
Key Features
- Body: Swamp ash with koa top; bolt-on construction
- Neck: Maple/walnut with rosewood fretboard
- Frets: 21 extra jumbo
- Scale: 34"
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 1.496" width
- Pickups: Schecter USA MonsterTone-J (bridge) and MonsterTone-P (neck)
- Controls: Volume, tone, and 3-way pickup selector
- Hardware: WSC KG400 tuners and WSC THD4 bass bridge
- Fretboard radius: 12"
- Neck profile: 0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret
- Strings: Ernie Ball Super Long Scale 2849 (.045-.105)
This prototype exemplifies Schecter's commitment to professional-grade construction and tonal refinement, delivering a versatile instrument capable of anchoring any serious studio rhythm section and tracking with confidence across multiple session styles.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Modern Bass |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 34" Scale |
| Frets | 21 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Unknown / Other |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | P/J |
| Bridge | Fixed |
| Strings | 4 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2019 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ session work
- ✓ live performance
- ✓ funk
- ✓ rock
Not the best pick for
- – beginner players
- – drop tunings
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the pickup configuration versatile for different tones?
The bass combines a neck-position P pickup for warm, fat lows with a bridge-position J pickup for bright, articulate highs, selectable via a 3-way switch. This lets you voice everything from deep, rounded funk tones to cutting, defined rock articulation without changing instruments.
Is this bass suitable for aggressive playing techniques?
Yes. The 21 extra jumbo frets and comfortable 12" fretboard radius support aggressive playing techniques without fret buzz, while the fast maple/walnut neck and 0.787" first-fret profile are designed for both fingerstyle and pick players.
What skill level is this instrument designed for?
This is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. It is not recommended for beginners or for players primarily using drop tunings, as it is engineered for standard tuning and precision session and live work.
What hardware and electronics ensure tuning stability and intonation?
The bass features WSC KG400 tuners, WSC THD4 bridge, and a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut at 1.496" width, all designed to deliver rock-solid intonation and tuning stability critical for session work and live performance.
What does prototype mean for this bass, and does it affect playability?
This is Schecter's Michael Anthony signature prototype (unit 0637), built to his exacting standards. It is fully functional and production-ready; prototype designation reflects its development history rather than any structural or tonal compromise.
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