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Schecter Stiletto Custom-5 LH bass in Natural Satin vs Schecter Stiletto Custom-6 bass in Natural Satin
The Stiletto Custom-5 LH is a left-handed five-string built for extended range and studio precision, while the Stiletto Custom-6 is a right-handed six-string optimized for genre versatility in rock, metal, funk, and progressive styles. Choose the 5 LH if you're left-handed and need deep low-end extension; choose the 6 if you're right-handed and want broader upper-range access.
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Schecter Stiletto Custom-5 LH bass in Natural Satin
Schecter Stiletto Custom-6 bass in Natural Satin
Specs side by side
| Schecter Stiletto Custom-5 LH bass in Natural Satin | Schecter Stiletto Custom-6 bass in Natural Satin | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $999.00 | $999.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Body | Modern Bass | Modern Bass |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Scale | 35" Scale | 35" Scale |
| Strings | 5 | 6 |
| Frets | 24 Frets | 24 Frets |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| Neck Construction | Bolt-On | Bolt-On |
| Pickup Configuration | Active HH | Active HH |
| Bridge | — | Fixed |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter Stiletto Custom-5 LH bass in Natural Satin
- ✓ Left-handed configuration for southpaw players
- ✓ 35-inch scale with extended range for deep, defined lows
- ✓ EMG 40HZ pickups deliver tight, articulate active tone
- ✓ Optimized for studio sessions and touring work
Why choose Schecter Stiletto Custom-6 bass in Natural Satin
- ✓ Right-handed six-string layout expands upper-range options
- ✓ EMG HZ pickups with active 2-band EQ cut clearly through dense mixes
- ✓ Tailored voicing for rock, metal, funk, and progressive genres
- ✓ Wider nut (2.125 inches) accommodates six-string spacing comfortably
Frequently asked questions
What's the main difference between these two basses?
The Custom-5 LH is designed for left-handed players with five strings and a 35-inch scale for extended low-end response. The Custom-6 is right-handed with six strings and a standard 35-inch scale, offering broader upper-range access for genres like rock, metal, and funk.
Are the pickup types the same?
No. The Custom-5 LH uses EMG 40HZ pickups (active), while the Custom-6 uses EMG HZ pickups (also active with 2-band EQ). Both deliver punchy, articulate tone, but the 40HZ in the 5-string is specifically voiced for tighter lows.
Which is better for studio work versus live performance?
The Custom-5 LH is explicitly marketed for studio sessions, live performance, and touring. The Custom-6 is optimized for genre-specific styles (metal, progressive, funk, rock) where cutting clarity and midrange presence matter most in dense mixes.
Do both have the same neck dimensions and fretboard?
Both feature a thin 'C' profile measuring 0.787 inches at the first fret and 0.866 inches at the 12th, with 24 X-Jumbo frets on a 16-inch radius rosewood fretboard. The main difference is nut width: the 5 LH is 1.771 inches, and the 6 is 2.125 inches to accommodate the extra string.