Detail 01
5 strings
Adds a low B below standard four-string range. Neck is wider, so left-hand reach and muting both take adjustment.
Product detailSKU #1290447863832
Schecter Guitar ResearchOmen Extreme-5 5-String Electric Bass Guitar Vintage Sunburst
aggressivehigh outputmodernmetalhard rockgroove metal
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Five-string Schecter with active electronics and dual humbuckers, aimed at players who want low-B reach and a loud, aggressive tone.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Metal and hard rock players who need notes below low E
- Players who want output hot enough to push an amp hard
- Bassists moving up from a passive four-string
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting vintage, warm, rolled-off bass tone
- Anyone bothered by wider string spacing and a heavier neck
- Left-handed players — this is a right-handed instrument
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Active electronics
Onboard preamp needs a battery. Gives more output and stronger onboard EQ range than passive controls.
Detail 03
HH pickup layout
Two humbuckers cancel hum and push a thicker midrange. Less of the scooped growl a single-coil bass gives.
Detail 04
Maple neck
Maple is stiff and dense, which tightens attack and helps the low B stay defined rather than flubby.
Detail 05
Vintage Sunburst finish
Darker at the edges, lighter at the center. Shows grain figure rather than hiding it under solid color.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Active preamp runs on a battery — unplug the cable when not playing
- 02Low B usually needs its own truss rod and intonation setup out of the box
- 03A gig bag, cable, strap and amp are separate purchases
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need a bigger amp for a 5-string?
The low B sits below what many small combos reproduce cleanly. A practice amp will play it, but you'll hear the fundamental properly through a cab with a 12-inch or larger driver.
02What battery does the active system use?
Active bass preamps run on a 9-volt battery in a rear cavity or compartment. Leaving a cable plugged in keeps the circuit draining, so pull it after playing.
03Is this too much bass for a beginner?
It's playable as a first bass, but the wider neck and extra string make basic technique harder to learn. A four-string is the easier starting point.
04Can I get a softer, cleaner tone out of it?
Yes — roll back the onboard treble, play closer to the neck, and use a lighter touch. The humbuckers and active circuit still lean bright and loud.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- HH
3 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Burst or Fade
- Color Finish
- Vintage Sunburst
- Neck Wood
- Maple
