Schecter Riot-4 Session bass in Aged Natural Satin
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2852
- Color
- Natural
Description
Schecter Riot-4 Session Electric Bass in Aged Natural Satin Finish
The Riot-4 Session delivers a balanced, comfortable playing experience with its 'C'-shaped maple neck and thoughtfully dimensioned body contours. This bolt-on construction bass combines swamp ash warmth with active electronics, making it equally suited to session work, studio tracking, or live performance.
Playability & Build
The 34-inch scale and 1.496-inch nut width provide familiar positioning for four-string players, while the 24 Narrow X-Jumbo frets and 12-inch fingerboard radius support clean articulation across the neck. Neck thickness tapers from .826 inches at the 1st fret to .905 inches at the 12th, offering responsive feel without sacrificing stability thanks to the 2-way adjustable truss rod.
Tone & Recording Character
A Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut pairs with EMG active pickups—the 35DC bridge pickup and 35J neck pickup—to capture punchy, controlled low-end and articulate mids that cut through dense mixes. The Master Volume/Blend with 3-Band EMG Active E/Q and 18-volt battery compartment provide surgical tone-shaping to dial in tracking tones quickly or adapt the bass character across multiple songs in a single session.
Key Features
- Body Material: Swamp Ash with Aged Natural Satin finish
- Bolt-on construction with flat top and beveled edge contours
- Maple neck and maple fingerboard with ebony side block inlays
- 24 Narrow X-Jumbo frets on 34-inch (863mm) scale
- 12-inch (305mm) fingerboard radius with 'C'-shaped neck profile
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, 1.496-inch width
- 2-Way adjustable truss rod with 5/32-inch Allen nut
- EMG 35DC bridge pickup and EMG 35J neck pickup
- Master Volume/Blend with 3-Band EMG Active E/Q
- 18-volt active electronics with screw-plate battery compartment
- Schecter Custom String Thru bridge with black hardware
- Grover Bass 144 Series tuners with metal knurled knobs and set screws
The Riot-4 Session combines studio-grade electronics and hardware with a lightweight swamp ash body, delivering the tonal precision and tracking reliability needed for professional home-studio and production sessions.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | Indonesia |
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At a Glance
The Riot-4 Session is a production-quality studio bass engineered for clean tracking and mix-ready tone, pairing swamp ash warmth with EMG active electronics that deliver punchy lows and articulate mids without harshness. The 3-band active EQ and Master Volume/Blend let you shape your tone precisely during sessions, while the responsive neck and narrow frets enable fast, accurate playing during overdubs. Record funk, modern pop, R&B, or any session where you need a bass that translates clearly to tape and sits naturally in a dense mix.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Session work
- ✓ Studio recording
- ✓ Live performance
- ✓ Funk
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional jazz
- – Beginner players
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What skill level is this bass suited for?
The Riot-4 Session is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. It excels in session work, studio recording, live performance, and funk applications, but is not recommended for beginners or traditional jazz contexts.
What pickups and electronics are included?
The bass features EMG 35DC bridge and 35J neck pickups paired with a Master Volume/Blend control and 3-Band EMG Active EQ, all powered by an 18-volt battery system. This gives you surgical tone-shaping for any session demand.
How does the neck feel and what fret type is used?
The maple neck has a comfortable 'C' shape that tapers from 0.826 inches at the 1st fret to 0.905 inches at the 12th, with 24 Narrow X-Jumbo frets on a 12-inch radius fingerboard. This combination supports clean articulation and responsive feel across the neck.
What is the body material and finish?
The body is swamp ash with an Aged Natural Satin finish, offering warmth and character while the flat top and beveled edge contours provide comfort during long sessions or live sets.
How does the Riot-4 compare to other session basses?
The Riot-4 sits between the Fender American Professional Jazz Bass and Music Man StingRay 4 in versatility and tone, combining swamp ash warmth with active EMG electronics for punchy lows and articulate mids that cut clearly in any mix.
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