Schecter FreeZesicle Riot-5 bass in Freeze Purple
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- SCHECTER2298
- Color
- Purple
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Description
Sound & Tone
Swamp ash and an ebony fretboard give this five-string a punchy, articulate voice with tight lows and a vocal midrange, while the 35" scale keeps the low B firm and defined. The active EMG pair — a 40P at the neck for thicker fundamental and a 40J at the bridge for bite — runs through an 18-volt 3-band B64 EQ, so you can shape anything from aggressive, cutting attack to smoother, controlled bottom end. It suits rock riffing, funk grooves, and modern metal, responding to both hard-hitting attack and lighter dynamic playing.
Schecter The Freeze Sicle 5 String Electric Bass in Purple
The Schecter The Freeze Sicle captures articulate, defined bass tone through its swamp ash construction and EMG active electronics, yielding punchy lows and vocal midrange that anchor mixes with clarity and presence. The ergonomic body contours and responsive neck facilitate fast, intuitive movement across all five strings, supporting precise fret work and dynamic control across recording takes. This bass records and sits equally well in aggressive rock riffs, funk grooves, or modern metal applications, translating both hard-hitting attack and subtle playing nuance into usable takes.
Playability & Feel
The Canadian rock maple neck with carbon fiber reinforcement rods and ebony fretboard provide stable, responsive playability across the 35" scale and 24 narrow jumbo frets. The "C"-shaped neck tapers from 21mm at the 1st fret to 23mm at the 12th fret, enabling comfortable grip and precise intonation across extended recording and overdub sessions without fatigue or neck strain.
Tone & Electronics
Dual white EMG pickups—the EMG 40J at the bridge and EMG 40P at the neck—route through an EMG 3-band B64 EQ and master volume/tone controls, powered by an 18-volt battery system. This active electronics configuration delivers articulate response with comprehensive frequency shaping, allowing rapid mix adjustments and tonal refinement during tracking and playback without external processing.
Key Features
- Body Material: Swamp Ash with Bolt-on Construction
- Neck: Canadian Rock Maple with Carbon Fiber Reinforcement Rods
- Fretboard: Ebony with 12" Radius and 24 Narrow Jumbo Frets
- Scale Length: 35"
- Nut: Graph Tech XL Black Tusq, 45mm Width
- Pickups: White EMG 40J (Bridge) and EMG 40P (Neck)
- Electronics: EMG 3-Band B64 EQ with Master Volume and Master Tone
- Bridge: Gold Schecter Custom Fully-Adjustable Top-load or String-thru
- Hardware: Gold Grover Bass Tuners with Vintage Keys
- Inlays: Gold Pearloid Crown (12th Fret) and Heart (19th Fret)
- Finish: Freeze Purple with White Side Dot Markers
- Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with 5/32" Allen Nut
The Freeze Sicle combines professional-grade construction, versatile active electronics, and striking aesthetic detail to deliver reliable studio performance and distinctive character at a significant savings over new retail pricing.
More Information
| Dexterity | Right handed |
|---|---|
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Modern Bass |
|---|---|
| Scale Length | 35" Scale |
| Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony |
| Neck Wood | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On |
| Pickups | Active HH |
| Bridge | String-Through Body |
| Strings | 5 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Model Year | 2023 |
| Made In | South Korea |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Funk
- ✓ Rock
- ✓ Progressive
- ✓ Studio Sessions
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Traditional Jazz
- – Folk
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What pickup and electronics configuration does this bass have?
The Riot-5 features an EMG 40J bridge pickup and EMG 40P neck pickup paired with an EMG 3-band B64 active EQ powered by an 18-volt battery system, delivering comprehensive tone shaping with tight lows, vocal midrange, and articulate response.
Is this bass suitable for traditional jazz or folk genres?
The Riot-5 is engineered specifically for funk, rock, progressive, and studio work—its articulate, punchy character and active electronics are not optimized for traditional jazz or folk applications.
What is the neck profile and scale length?
The bass has a 35-inch scale with a Canadian rock maple neck reinforced by carbon fiber rods, a C-shaped profile tapering from 21mm at the 1st fret to 23mm at the 12th fret, and an ebony fretboard with 24 narrow jumbo frets for responsive, fatigue-free playing.
What hardware and hardware specifications are included?
Hardware includes a Graph Tech XL Black Tusq nut (45mm width), gold Schecter custom fully-adjustable top-load or string-thru bridge, and gold Grover bass tuners with vintage keys for reliable tuning stability.
What skill level is this bass designed for?
The Riot-5 is built for intermediate, advanced, and professional players seeking professional-grade construction, versatile active electronics, and dynamic range across aggressive and nuanced playing styles.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $101 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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