Detail 01
Five strings
Adds a low B below standard range. Wider neck and string spacing than a four; takes adjustment.
Product detailSKU #1274115040471
Schecter Guitar ResearchStiletto Studio-5 Bass Satin See-Thru Black
aggressivehigh outputmodernmetalhard rockindie
1/5
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Five-string Schecter with active electronics, built for players who want a tight, cutting low B and modern output rather than vintage warmth.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Metal and prog players who need a low B
- Slap and funk lines that must stay articulate
- Stage work where the bass has to cut
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players chasing warm, vintage passive tone
- Anyone who wants a simple four-string neck
- 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
Active pickups
Onboard preamp means higher output and boost/cut EQ at the bass. Needs a battery to make sound.
Detail 03
Offset body
Body is contoured and asymmetric, which shifts balance and keeps the upper frets reachable when seated.
Detail 04
Satin finish
Low-gloss surface. Less mirror shine, and the back of the neck drags less than gloss when your hand sweats.
Detail 05
$1,249 tier
Priced above beginner instruments. Expect better fretwork and hardware than an entry-level five-string.
Detail 06
Right-handed
Only built in right-handed orientation; there is no lefty version of this model to order.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Active electronics run on a battery — keep spares and unplug the cable when idle
- 02No amp, cable, or strap included
- 03Five-string necks are wider; try one before committing if you've only played four
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it need a battery?
Yes. The pickups are active, so a battery powers the onboard preamp. If the bass goes quiet or thin, replace the battery first.
02Is this good for a beginner?
It's aimed at intermediate players. A beginner can learn on it, but the five-string neck and active EQ are more to manage than a basic four.
03Is there a left-handed version?
No. This model is right-handed only.
04What tuning is the fifth string?
The extra string is a low B below standard E-A-D-G tuning, extending the range downward rather than upward.
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
- Color
- Black
- Body Shape
- Offset
