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Schecter C-5 Deluxe Bass Satin Black vs Schecter C-4 Plus Bass See Through Cherry Burst
The C-5 Deluxe is a five-string with extended 35" scale built for modern rock, metal, and progressive genres requiring lower B-string clarity, while the C-4 Plus is a classic four-string at 34" scale optimized for working musicians in studio and touring contexts across rock and funk. Choose the C-5 if you need extended range; choose the C-4 if you want a traditional four-string workhorse.
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Schecter C-4 Plus Bass See Through Cherry Burst
Specs side by side
| Schecter C-5 Deluxe Bass Satin Black | Schecter C-4 Plus Bass See Through Cherry Burst | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $599.00 | $599.00 |
| Brand | Schecter | Schecter |
| Body | Modern Bass | Modern Bass |
| Body Type | Solid | Solid |
| Strings | 5 | 4 |
| Fretboard | Rosewood | Rosewood |
| Year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Schecter C-5 Deluxe Bass Satin Black
- ✓ Five-string with 35" extended scale accommodates low B-string with clarity and definition
- ✓ Narrow X-Jumbo frets and thin C-neck ideal for extended fretboard precision
- ✓ Versatile tonal shaping from punchy lows to articulate highs suits rock, metal, and progressive
- ✓ Dual Diamond Bass pickups with Volume/Blend/2-Band EQ provides robust signal transfer
Why choose Schecter C-4 Plus Bass See Through Cherry Burst
- ✓ Classic four-string at 34" scale with 38mm nut width—comfortable for traditional playing styles
- ✓ Quilted maple top creates striking visual appeal for stage presence
- ✓ Metal dome knobs with set screws lock tone settings for reliable consistency through gigs
- ✓ Refined neck geometry and 2-way adjustable truss rod allow precise action dialing
Frequently asked questions
What is the key difference in string count and scale length?
The C-5 Deluxe is a five-string with a 35" extended scale designed to handle the low B-string with clarity. The C-4 Plus is a traditional four-string at 34" scale, which is the standard scale length for most bass applications.
Which bass is better for studio and touring work?
The C-4 Plus is explicitly designed as a working player's bass for studio sessions and touring, with locking metal dome knobs to maintain consistent tone through gigs. The C-5 Deluxe is better suited to progressive and extended-range genres.
How do the neck profiles and fret specifications compare?
Both feature identical thin C-shaped maple necks (0.787" at first fret tapering to 0.866" at twelfth fret) with 24 Narrow X-Jumbo frets and a 16" fretboard radius. The main difference is nut width: the C-5 uses 45mm while the C-4 Plus uses 38mm.
What genres suit each bass best?
The C-5 Deluxe excels in rock, metal, progressive, and funk where extended range adds dimension. The C-4 Plus is ideal for studio sessions, touring, live performance, funk, and rock where a traditional four-string setup is standard.