Schecter CB-5 Charles Berthoud Bass See Thru Black Satin

Schecter CB-5 Charles Berthoud Bass See Thru Black Satin

The CB-5 sits perfectly in your hands with its thin "C" neck profile and 35" extended scale, delivering articulate response and controlled feel under your fingers. Finished in elegant See Thru Black Satin with a flamed maple top, this signature model strikes a visual statement while backing it up with the professional-grade stability and sustain that cuts through on stage and in the studio. Built as a true thru-neck instrument with carbon fiber reinforcement, the CB-5 stays rock-solid across any playing style and gig scenario.

Construction & Playability

The neck-thru design with 5-ply walnut, padauk stringers, and dual carbon fiber rods locks in maximum rigidity and sustain while the Ultra Access heel lets you navigate the upper frets without wrestling the instrument. A thin "C" neck shape measuring 20mm at the 1st fret and 22mm at the 12th fret sits comfortably in your grip, while the 16" fretboard radius and 24 jumbo frets on rosewood make for fast, responsive playability with abalone offset dot inlays and side markers for visual reference when you're locked in on stage.

Tone & Electronics

Dual EMG 40HZ pickups paired with an EMG 3-band active EQ system give you command over a wide tonal palette—from deep, articulate lows to crisp, defined highs—responding exactly how you need it for fingerstyle, slap, or tapping. The 35" scale length tightens up your low-end articulation and keeps the B string clear and punchy, while the Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge locks in your tone with solid resonance and tuning stability night after night.

Key Features

• Ash body with flamed maple top – premium tonewoods delivering rich tone and striking aesthetics
• Thru-neck construction with Ultra Access – maximum sustain and smooth upper fret access
• 5-ply walnut neck with padauk stringers and dual carbon fiber reinforcement rods – enhanced stability and sustain
• 35" extended scale length – tight, articulate low end and improved clarity
• Thin "C" neck profile – 20mm at 1st fret, 22mm at 12th fret for ergonomic reach
• 24 jumbo frets on rosewood with abalone offset dots – smooth playing surface with elegant inlay markers
• Dual EMG 40HZ pickups with active 3-band EQ – wide tonal range and pro-grade tone shaping
• Graph Tech Black Tusq XL nut at 45mm width – precision string definition and durability
• Schecter Diamond Custom Bass bridge – resonant and tuning-stable hardware
• Grover tuners with 2-way truss rod – reliable tuning and adjustability via heel spoke wheel
• Black hardware throughout – cohesive visual design with See Thru Black Satin finish
• 9.52 pounds – balanced weight for extended playing sessions

The CB-5 is built for bassists who refuse compromise on sustain, tonal control, and playability whether you're carrying the low end solo or anchoring a full ensemble.