Detail 01
Active electronics
Onboard preamp with boost and cut EQ. Hotter, more focused output than passive, but it runs on a battery.
Product detailSKU #1274115040709
Schecter Guitar ResearchStiletto Custom-5 Bass Satin Natural
warmsustainaggressivehigh outputmodernmetal
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 5-string Schecter with a mahogany body and active electronics, in satin natural. For bassists who need a low B and want onboard EQ control.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who need a low B for modern rock, metal or gospel
- Stage work where you shape EQ from the bass, not the amp
- Slap and fingerstyle needing a clear, focused top end
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who prefer passive tone and never want a battery
- Anyone who finds a 5-string neck too wide to play comfortably
- Left-handed players; this is right-handed only
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
Mahogany body
Dense and warm, with strong low mids. Adds weight on a strap compared to lighter woods.
Detail 03
5-string
Adds a low B below standard E. More range, wider neck, and more string spacing to adapt to.
Detail 04
Rosewood fingerboard
Softer and more porous than maple. Rounds off attack slightly and feels warmer under the fingers.
Detail 05
Satin natural finish
Satin has no gloss layer, so the back of the neck drags less when your hand sweats.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Active electronics need a 9V battery — keep a spare in your case
- 02No case included; the SGR-5SB is the matched Stiletto case
- 03Unplug the cable after playing or the preamp will drain the battery
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Do I need a battery?
Yes. The active preamp runs on a battery, and it drains whenever a cable is plugged into the bass. Unplug after every session and carry a spare.
02Is a 5-string harder to play?
The neck is wider and there's an extra string to mute. Most players adjust within a few weeks, but it's a real change from a 4-string.
03What does the low B give me?
Five notes below standard E tuning. It covers down-tuned guitar parts and lets you stay in position instead of shifting for low notes.
04Does it come with a case?
No. Schecter's SGR-5SB case is shaped for the Stiletto 4 and 5 and fits this bass.
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
