Schecter Omen Extreme-5 Bass in Gloss Natural
Description
Schecter Omen Extreme-5 Bass in Gloss Natural
The Omen Extreme-5 captures punchy, articulate bass tones through its mahogany body with quilted maple top and responsive 6-bolt construction, producing excellent note definition and sustain that cuts cleanly through dense mixes. The ultra-thin Thin 'C' neck and extended 35-inch scale length minimize hand fatigue during tracking sessions and overdubs, enabling fast, precise finger movement across the fretboard. Dual Diamond pickups with active 2-band EQ provide flexible tone shaping across genres—from tight metal and punk to fusion and progressive rock—making this five-string a reliable session workhorse that translates well to tape and digital recording.
Playability & Recording Feel
The Thin 'C' neck measures 0.787" at the 1st fret and 0.866" at the 12th fret, reducing fatigue during extended recording and studio work. The 24 X-Jumbo frets paired with a 16" fretboard radius and Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut ensure accurate intonation and smooth response across the entire rosewood fingerboard, while the 6-bolt bolt-on construction delivers tight connection and consistent feel take after take.
Tone & Mix Integration
Dual Diamond pickups paired with an active 2-band EQ enable precise frequency sculpting to sit your bass exactly where it belongs in a mix. The mahogany body with quilted maple top yields balanced harmonic richness that delivers punchy lows and articulate highs without excess mud, translating predictably across metal, punk, fusion, and progressive rock sessions.
Key Features
- Body: Mahogany with quilted maple top, gloss natural finish
- Neck: Maple with thin 'C' profile (0.787" at 1st fret, 0.866" at 12th fret)
- Scale: 35 inches (889mm)
- Fretboard: Rosewood with abalone & pearloid vector inlays
- Frets: 24 X-Jumbo with 16" radius
- Pickups: Diamond pickups with active 2-band EQ
- Hardware: Gold Schecter tuners, Diamond bass bridge, Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.771" width)
- Construction: 6-bolt bolt-on neck with 2-way adjustable truss rod
- Strings: 5-string configuration
- Country of Origin: Indonesia
- Item Number: 2051
The Schecter Omen Extreme-5 combines ergonomic playability with versatile electronics and proven build quality, making it a dependable choice for home studio owners and session bassists demanding both precision recording and tonal flexibility.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Schecter Omen Extreme-5 is a 35-inch five-string bass engineered for studio versatility across metal, fusion, punk, and progressive rock productions, with a refined thin 'C' neck and extended scale that lets you capture clean articulation and note definition across the entire range. The mahogany and quilted maple combination delivers balanced harmonic richness with punchy lows and articulate highs that sit naturally in a mix, while the dual Diamond pickups with active 2-band EQ give you frequency shaping control for everything from tight, cutting bass lines to warm, sustained passages. Its precision build—24 X-Jumbo frets, 16-inch radius, Graph Tech nut—ensures studio-grade intonation stability across tracking and overdubs.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Metal
- ✓ Punk
- ✓ Fusion
- ✓ Progressive Rock
Not the best pick for
- – Jazz
- – Traditional Blues
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck profile does the Omen Extreme-5 have, and is it comfortable for long playing sessions?
The bass features a thin 'C' neck profile measuring 0.787 inches at the 1st fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th fret, designed to minimize hand fatigue during extended sessions and allow effortless movement across the fretboard. The slim profile suits both aggressive passages and subtle dynamics, making it comfortable for working musicians and advanced players.
Which genres and playing styles is this bass best suited for?
The Omen Extreme-5 excels in metal, punk, fusion, and progressive rock; its punchy lows, articulate highs, and tight tone are engineered to cut through mixes in those settings. It is not recommended for jazz or traditional blues, where tonal characteristics differ significantly.
What are the key specs, and how does the 35-inch scale affect playability?
The bass features a 35-inch scale, 24 X-Jumbo frets on a rosewood fretboard with a 16-inch radius, and a 6-bolt bolt-on neck construction. The extended scale tightens the low end and improves note definition, while the fret size and radius geometry support both aggressive attack and clean intonation across the range.
What pickup and electronics configuration does it have?
The Omen Extreme-5 is equipped with dual Diamond pickups paired with an active 2-band EQ, giving you versatile frequency shaping from punchy lows to articulate highs and balanced harmonic richness suited to studio and live settings.
How does the bolt-on neck construction affect tone and playability?
The 6-bolt bolt-on neck delivers a tight connection to the body, resulting in responsive feel and snappy attack while allowing the mahogany body and quilted maple top to resonate fully for balanced harmonic warmth and note sustain.
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