Schecter Stiletto Studio-5 FL bass in Honey Satin
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- SKU
- SCHECTER2770
- Color
- Natural
. Description
Sound & Tone
Sound & Tone: The fretless rosewood board and flatwound strings give this five-string a smooth, singing attack with the mwah and vocal glide fretless players chase, while the 35" scale keeps the low B tight and clearly pitched. Mahogany with a bubinga top and neck-through construction lend warmth and long sustain, and the dual EMG 40HZ pickups running on an 18-volt 3-band active EQ add punch, headroom and wide tone-shaping range from the blend control. It suits fusion, jazz, gospel, R&B and modern progressive playing where expressive slides and a clean, articulate low end both matter.
Schecter Stiletto Studio-5 FL Electric Bass Honey Satin
The Stiletto Studio-5 FL captures articulate, expressive fretless bass tones through its thin 'C' neck profile and 35" extended scale, engineered for precise intonation and controlled fretless articulation in the recording environment. The neck-through construction with Ultra Access body contour ensures solid tonal sustain and upper-fret access during overdubs and session work, while the Honey Satin finish over mahogany and bubinga delivers a refined visual presentation. This instrument is built to deliver professional-grade fretless recordings with modern active electronics that cut clearly in the mix.
Playability & Construction
The thin 'C' neck measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th, paired with a 16" fretboard radius for comfortable lateral movement and intonation accuracy on the fretless rosewood board—critical for tracking pitch-accurate takes. Neck-through construction with Ultra Access maintains solid body contact and sustain while enabling access to higher positions for layered session parts, and the 35" scale provides extended range without compromising ergonomic comfort during long recording sessions.
Recording Tone & Electronics
Dual EMG 40HZ pickups with a 3-band active EQ and master volume/blend control deliver articulate, punchy response across the frequency spectrum—essential for achieving clarity and presence in a mix without overshadowing other instruments. The 18-volt active system with dual EMG configurations enables aggressive tone shaping and extended dynamic range, allowing you to dial in the perfect fretless character for your track or adjust quickly between session parts.
Key Features
- Neck-Through construction with Ultra Access body contour
- Mahogany body with Bubinga top
- Maple/Walnut multi-ply neck with thin 'C' profile
- 35" extended scale (889mm)
- Rosewood fretboard with fretless lines and 16" radius
- Fretless design for expressive playing
- Dual EMG 40HZ pickups with 3-band active EQ
- 18-volt active electronics with screw-plate battery compartment
- Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (1.771" width)
- Diamond Custom Bass bridge with satin gold hardware
- Metal knurled controls with set screw
- Includes Ernie Ball 5-string flatwound strings (#2810)
This Stiletto Studio-5 FL combines extended scale precision, professional-grade active electronics, and a neck-through platform designed specifically for capturing expressive fretless bass in the studio.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Modern Bass |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 35" Scale |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Neck-Thru-Body |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Strings | 5 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Jazz
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
Not the best pick for
- – Punk
- – Hard Rock
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this fretless bass cut through a mix?
The dual EMG 40HZ pickups combined with a 3-band active EQ and 18-volt active system deliver punchy, articulate tone with extended dynamic range. This voiced response is specifically engineered to maintain clarity and vocal-like expression even in dense arrangements.
Is the neck comfortable for extended fretless playing?
Yes. The thin 'C' profile measures .787" at the first fret and .866" at the 12th, paired with a 16" fretboard radius for lateral movement and intonation accuracy. The neck-through construction and Ultra Access body contour also provide solid upper-fret access without compromising ergonomic balance.
What genres is this bass best suited for?
The Stiletto Studio-5 FL is optimized for jazz, funk, progressive, and studio session work. Its articulate, punchy character and extended dynamic range are less suited to punk or hard rock applications.
What comes included with the bass?
The instrument ships with a set of Ernie Ball 5-string flatwound strings (model 2810), and features a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut, Diamond Custom Bass bridge with satin gold hardware, and a screw-plate battery compartment for the 18-volt active system.
How does the 35-inch extended scale affect playability?
The extended scale provides more string tension and extended range without sacrificing ergonomic balance. Combined with the thin neck profile and 16" radius, it enables precise intonation and articulate fretless technique across all positions.
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