Schecter C-4 Standard Electric Bass Guitar, Tobacco Burl

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter C-4 Standard in Tobacco Burl is a versatile 4-string electric bass combining modern Schecter playability with an eye-catching figured-wood appearance. Its mahogany body is topped with figured burl, while a roasted maple Thin "C" neck and rosewood fingerboard provide a comfortable, responsive platform for everything from straightforward grooves to more technical bass playing.

Twin Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar pickups provide a broad range of usable bass tones, with independent volume and tone controls allowing each pickup to be shaped separately. With a familiar 34" scale, 24 jumbo frets and Schecter Diamond Bass bridge, the C-4 Standard is an excellent choice for developing players, gigging musicians and anyone looking for a dependable modern 4-string.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	C-4 Standard
Model Number	3970
Finish	Tobacco Burl
Type	4-String Electric Bass Guitar
Condition	New
Body	Mahogany with Figured Burl Top
Scale Length	34"
Pickups	2 x Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbars
Main Appeal	Modern playability with distinctive burl-top styling
Best For	Rock, alternative, pop, metal, recording and live performance

What’s Included?

• Schecter C-4 Standard Electric Bass Guitar

• Tobacco Burl finish

A compatible Schecter SGR Universal Bass Hardcase is available separately and is not supplied as standard.

What Makes the Schecter C-4 Standard Special?

The C-4 Standard brings together a straightforward 4-string format and several features normally associated with more performance-focused instruments. Its mahogany body and figured burl top give the Tobacco Burl version a distinctive premium appearance, while black binding and black hardware provide a clean contemporary contrast. The roasted maple Thin "C" neck, 16" fingerboard radius and 24 jumbo frets create a smooth playing surface suitable for both traditional bass techniques and more technical styles.

Two Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar pickups give the C-4 Standard plenty of tonal flexibility without relying on complicated active electronics. Independent volume and tone controls for the neck and bridge pickups make it easy to move between warmer, deeper sounds and a more defined bridge-pickup character or blend the two to suit the song, amplifier and playing technique.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter C-4 Standard is a strong all-round choice for players who want a modern bass that remains familiar and straightforward to use.

It is particularly well suited to:

• Rock and alternative bassists

• Pop and contemporary players

• Metal and heavier styles

• Fingerstyle and pick players

• Bassists developing slap techniques

• Home and studio recording

• Rehearsing and live performance

• Players upgrading from an entry-level bass

• Intermediate and experienced musicians

• Anyone wanting a distinctive natural figured-wood appearance

Why Choose A 4-String Bass?

A 4-string bass in standard E-A-D-G tuning remains the most familiar and widely used electric bass format. Its manageable neck width and straightforward range make it comfortable for developing players while still providing everything experienced bassists need for the vast majority of musical situations.

The C-4 Standard adds a modern Schecter feel to this familiar format. Its slim neck, 24-fret range and dual soapbar pickup arrangement give players additional flexibility without making the instrument unnecessarily complicated.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model: Schecter C-4 Standard

• Model Number: 3970

• Finish: Tobacco Burl

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Mahogany

• Top Material: Figured Burl

• Construction: Bolt-On

• Top Contour: Flat Top

• Binding: Black 1-Ply

• Bridge: Schecter Diamond Bass

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Roasted Maple

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Neck Profile: Thin "C"

• Scale Length: 34"

• Fingerboard Radius: 16"

• Frets: 24 Jumbo

• Inlays: Dots

• Nut: Graphite

• Nut Width: 38mm

• Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .787"

• Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .866"

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with 5/32" / 4mm Allen Nut

• Tuners: Schecter

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar

• Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar

• Controls: Bridge Volume, Neck Volume, Bridge Tone, Neck Tone

• Pickup Type: Passive

Hardware

• Bridge: Schecter Diamond Bass

• Tuners: Schecter

• Hardware Finish: Black

• Control Knobs: Metal Dome

FAQs

Is the Schecter C-4 Standard a 4-string bass?

Yes. The C-4 Standard uses the familiar 4-string E-A-D-G format, making it suitable for a huge range of musical styles.

What is the body made from?

The Tobacco Burl version combines a mahogany body with a figured burl top, creating a distinctive natural appearance.

Is every burl top exactly the same?

Natural figuring varies from piece to piece, so the precise grain and pattern of a figured burl top can differ between individual instruments. This helps give each bass its own visual character.

What pickups does the C-4 Standard use?

It features two Schecter Diamond Standard Soapbar pickups, one at the neck and one at the bridge.

Does it have active electronics?

No. The C-4 Standard uses passive pickups and passive tone controls, so there is no onboard preamp battery to maintain.

Can the pickups be adjusted separately?

Yes. Each pickup has its own volume and tone control, allowing the neck and bridge sounds to be balanced and shaped independently.

What is the scale length?

The bass uses a standard 34-inch scale length, providing a familiar balance of string tension, definition and playing comfort.

What is the neck made from?

It features a roasted maple neck with Schecter's Thin "C" profile.

What is the benefit of a roasted maple neck?

Roasting removes moisture from the wood under controlled conditions, helping improve dimensional stability while also giving the maple its distinctive darker appearance.

What fingerboard does it have?

The C-4 Standard has a rosewood fingerboard with a relatively flat 16" radius.

How many frets does it have?

It features 24 jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave range on each string.

Is it suitable for rock and metal?

Yes. The Diamond Standard soapbar pickups can deliver the definition and punch required for rock, alternative and heavier styles, particularly when using the bridge pickup or blending both pickups.

Can it cover warmer traditional bass sounds?

Yes. Bringing in more of the neck pickup and adjusting the individual tone controls allows the C-4 Standard to produce warmer and rounder sounds as well as more modern, articulate tones.

Is it suitable as an upgrade from a beginner bass?

Absolutely. Its comfortable Thin "C" neck, 24-fret range, dual-pickup electronics and solid hardware make it an excellent progression from a basic starter instrument.

Does it come with a hard case?

No. A compatible Schecter SGR Universal Bass Hardcase is available separately.

Why Buy From Fair Deal Music?

When you choose Fair Deal Music, you're buying from an established independent UK music retailer with decades of experience helping musicians find the right instruments and equipment.

• Expert advice from knowledgeable musicians

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• Flexible finance options, subject to status

• Friendly support before and after purchase

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