Schecter SLS Evil Twin-5 LH bass in Satin Black
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- SKU
- SCHECTER1397
- Color
- Black
Description
Schecter SLS ELITE-5 Evil Twin Left Hand Electric Bass in Satin Black
This left-handed five-string is engineered for the studio and tracking sessions where precision matters. The neck-thru construction and thin C-contour maple/walnut/padauk neck create a stable, resonant platform that cuts through dense mixes while maintaining clarity across the extended range. The 35" scale paired with a 45mm Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut and ebony fingerboard delivers the articulation and sustain needed to capture tight, defined bass lines with natural dynamics. The satin black finish with roman numeral inlays and glow-in-the-dark side fret markers ensures this instrument looks as professional in recordings as it performs.
Recording Playability & Construction
Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access provides the tonal coherence and sustain essential for tracking bass parts that need to sit perfectly in a mix. The thin C contour neck shape reduces hand fatigue during long recording sessions, while the 16" fretboard radius (406mm) and 24 XJ stainless steel frets enable consistent intonation across the entire range—critical for both fingerstyle and slap work. The swamp ash body contributes natural resonance and midrange presence that translates well to tape and digital capture.
Tone Shaping & Studio Versatility
The Fishman Fluence Bass Soapbar pickups with 3-way voicing switch and push-pull coil splitting provide the tonal flexibility required in modern production—dial in aggressive, focused lows for hip-hop and electronic work, or switch to articulate, defined highs for jazz and funk sessions. The 2-band active EQ section (bass and treble) with dedicated pickup blend knob gives you surgical control over your recorded tone, tracking tight, focused lows or bright, punchy highs from a single instrument.
Key Features
- Left-hand configuration with neck-thru construction
- Swamp ash body for resonance and cut
- Maple/walnut/padauk multi-ply neck with thin C contour
- 35" scale length
- Ebony fingerboard with 24 XJ stainless steel frets
- 16" fretboard radius (406mm)
- 45mm Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut
- Fishman Fluence Bass Soapbar pickups with 3-way voicing and coil splitting
- 2-band active EQ (bass/treble) with pickup blend control
- Grover Bass 144 Series tuners
- Schecter Custom bass bridge (string-thru or top-load)
- Black hardware throughout
- Satin black finish with roman numeral inlays and glow-in-the-dark side fret markers
The Schecter SLS ELITE-5 Evil Twin combines premium components and thoughtful left-handed engineering to deliver a professional recording instrument ready to anchor your sessions with clarity, sustain, and versatile tone-shaping capabilities.
More Information
| Dexterity | Left handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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At a Glance
The Schecter SLS ELITE-5 Evil Twin is a left-handed five-string engineered to sit tight and articulate in any mix, from funk and progressive sessions to studio overdubs. Neck-thru construction and a responsive 35" scale provide the precision and sustain needed for complex bass lines, while the Fishman Fluente pickups with 3-way voicing and push-pull coil splitting let you dial in everything from punchy, defined highs to deep, controlled lows with surgical 2-band EQ and blend control. Whether recording at home or cutting in a professional studio, this instrument delivers the versatility and build quality to handle demanding session work.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Progressive
Not the best pick for
- – Practice
- – First Serious Guitar
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bass right for a left-handed player new to five-strings?
No—this is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. The extended range and active electronics are best suited for musicians already comfortable with five-string technique and studio or live performance demands.
What tonal options do the Fishman Fluence pickups and coil-split offer?
The 3-way voicing switch and push-pull coil splitting unlock multiple tonal palettes within one instrument, paired with a 2-band active EQ (bass and treble) and dedicated pickup blend control for surgical shaping of tight lows or articulate highs.
How does the neck-thru construction affect playability and sustain?
Neck-thru construction with Ultra Access improves superior sustain and tonal coherence across the entire instrument, while the thin C-contour neck minimizes hand fatigue during extended sessions and makes position shifts feel natural.
What is the scale length and how does it compare to standard four-string basses?
The 35" scale is longer than a standard four-string, designed to maintain tight string tension and articulate definition across all five strings, supporting both deep lows and punchy highs.
What hardware and aesthetic details are included?
The bass features black hardware throughout, a 45mm Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, Grover Bass 144 Series tuners, a Schecter Custom bridge with string-thru or top-load options, and a satin black finish with roman numeral inlays and glow-in-the-dark side fret markers.
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