Detail 01
Mahogany body
Warm, thick low mids with less top-end snap than ash or alder. Adds weight on a strap.
Product detailSKU #1274115040809
Schecter Guitar ResearchStiletto Custom-4 Bass Satin Natural
warmsustainaggressivehigh outputmodernmetal
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Neck-through-feel 4-string with a mahogany body and active electronics. For intermediate players who want a warm, output-heavy bass with rock and funk range.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Rock and metal players who need output for loud stages
- Slap and fingerstyle funk where active EQ helps shape attack
- Players moving up from a first passive bass
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who want vintage passive tone with no battery
- Anyone chasing light weight — mahogany bodies run heavy
- 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 pickups
Onboard preamp needs a 9V battery. Higher output, and you can cut or boost EQ at the bass.
Detail 03
Rosewood fingerboard
Softer, oilier feel than maple. Slightly rounds off the attack. Needs occasional conditioning.
Detail 04
4-string, fretted
Standard EADG tuning and spacing. Easiest transition for guitar players and most published bass parts.
Detail 05
Satin natural finish
Thin finish shows the mahogany grain. Less drag on the neck than gloss, but it marks up more easily.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Active circuit runs on a 9V battery — unplug the cable to avoid draining it
- 02No case or gig bag included at this price
- 03Expect a setup: string height and intonation shift in transit
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this bass need a battery?
Yes. The active electronics run on a 9V battery. If the output drops or gets fuzzy, replace the battery before troubleshooting anything else.
02Is it good for metal?
Yes. Active output and a mahogany body give a thick, aggressive tone that stays present under high-gain guitars.
03Is there a left-handed version?
This one is right-handed only.
04Can I plug it straight into a PA or interface?
The active output is hot enough to drive most inputs, but use a DI box or an instrument-level input to avoid clipping.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- Active
2 detailsBody & build
- Body Material
- Mahogany
- Color
- Natural
