Schecter Stiletto Stealth-4 Satin Black Electric Bass Guitar

Quick Product Summary

The Schecter Stiletto Stealth-4 in Satin Black is a sleek, modern four-string bass designed for players who want powerful tones, fast playability and flexible active electronics without unnecessary complexity. Its lightweight basswood body is paired with a six-bolt maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, creating a comfortable instrument suited to extended rehearsals, recording sessions and live performance.

A distinctive Schecter Diamond P neck pickup and Diamond SuperRock MM bridge pickup provide two very different tonal foundations, while a blend control and active 2-band EQ make it easy to move from rounded traditional bass sounds to punchier, more aggressive modern tones. With a 34" scale, 24 X-Jumbo frets and Thin “C” neck, the Stiletto Stealth-4 is a versatile choice for rock, metal, alternative, funk and contemporary bass playing.

At A Glance

Feature	Details
Brand	Schecter
Model	Stiletto Stealth-4
Item Number	2522
Type	4-String Electric Bass Guitar
Finish	Satin Black
Condition	New
Body	Basswood
Neck	Maple, 6-Bolt
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Scale Length	34"
Pickups	Schecter Diamond P / Diamond SuperRock MM
Electronics	Active 2-Band EQ
Bridge	Schecter S-Tek
Main Appeal	Flexible P/MM pickup configuration with active tone shaping
Best For	Rock, metal, alternative, funk, recording and live performance

What Makes the Schecter Stiletto Stealth-4 Special?

The Stiletto Stealth-4 combines Schecter’s ergonomic Stiletto body shape with an unusually flexible P/MM pickup configuration. The neck-position Schecter Diamond P pickup provides the familiar punch and body associated with split-coil bass designs, while the Diamond SuperRock MM bridge pickup offers a more focused and aggressive response. A blend control lets you move smoothly between the two rather than relying on a simple selector switch.

Its playing specification is equally modern. The six-bolt maple neck uses Schecter’s Thin “C” profile, measuring approximately 20mm at the first fret and 22mm at the twelfth. A flat 16" radius rosewood fingerboard and 24 X-Jumbo frets provide plenty of room for faster lines and upper-register playing, while the Satin Black finish and matching black hardware give the bass its understated Stealth appearance.

Who Is It For?

The Schecter Stiletto Stealth-4 is an excellent choice for developing, intermediate and experienced bassists who want a modern four-string capable of covering a wide range of sounds.

Its P/MM pickup combination makes it particularly useful for rock, hard rock, metal, alternative, funk and contemporary pop, while the active EQ provides enough control to adapt the bass for different amplifiers, recording environments and band mixes.

Why Choose A Bass With P/MM Pickups?

A P-style pickup is valued for its strong midrange, solid low end and ability to sit naturally in a band mix. An MM-style bridge pickup typically provides a tighter, more aggressive character with excellent attack and definition.

Combining both designs in one bass creates a particularly broad tonal range. The Stiletto Stealth-4's blend control allows you to favour either pickup or combine them in different proportions, while the onboard EQ provides further adjustment of the overall bass and treble response.

How Does It Compare?

Compared With A Traditional P-Style Bass

A conventional P-style bass offers a simple, proven split-coil sound. The Stiletto Stealth-4 retains that tonal foundation through its neck pickup but adds an MM-style bridge pickup and active EQ, providing substantially greater flexibility for modern playing.

Compared With A Dual-Humbucker Bass

A two-humbucker bass often provides a consistently modern tonal character across both pickup positions. The Stiletto Stealth-4 instead combines two distinctly different pickup designs, making it particularly useful for players who want both traditional P-style punch and a more aggressive bridge sound from one instrument.

What’s Included?

• Schecter Stiletto Stealth-4 Electric Bass Guitar

• Satin Black finish

• Schecter Diamond P neck pickup

• Schecter Diamond SuperRock MM bridge pickup

• Factory-fitted Ernie Ball Super Long .045-.105 strings

Please note: A hardcase is not included. The compatible Schecter SGR-5SB Stiletto Bass Hardcase, model 1660, is available separately.

Technical Specifications

General

• Model Name: Stiletto Stealth-4

• Item Number: 2522

• Orientation: Right-Handed

• Finish: Satin Black

• Condition: New

• Number of Strings: 4

• Hardware Colour: Black

Body

• Body Material: Basswood

• Top Contour: Flat Top

• Construction: 6-Bolt

Neck

• Neck Material: Maple

• Neck Profile: Thin “C”

• Thickness at 1st Fret: 20mm

• Thickness at 12th Fret: 22mm

• Scale Length: 34" / 864mm

• Truss Rod: 2-Way Adjustable with 4mm Allen Nut

Fingerboard

• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood

• Fingerboard Radius: 16" / 406mm

• Frets: 24 X-Jumbo

• Inlays: Grey Pearloid Dots

• Nut: Graph Tech XL Black TUSQ

• Nut Width: 38mm

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup: Schecter Diamond SuperRock MM

• Neck Pickup: Schecter Diamond P

• Controls: Master Volume, Pickup Blend, Active 2-Band EQ

• EQ: Bass and Treble

• Battery Compartment: 9V Clip-In Battery Compartment

Hardware

• Bridge: Schecter S-Tek

• Tuners: Schecter

• Hardware Finish: Black

• Knobs: Metal Knurled with Set Screw

Strings

• Factory Strings: Ernie Ball 4-String Super Long #2849

• Gauge: .045-.105

Case

• Compatible Case: Schecter SGR-5SB Stiletto Bass Hardcase

• Case Model: 1660

• Case Included: No – sold separately

Power Requirements

The active 2-band EQ requires a 9V battery. The bass features a dedicated clip-in battery compartment for convenient replacement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Schecter Stiletto Stealth-4 an active bass?

Yes. It features an active 2-band EQ powered by a 9V battery, allowing bass and treble adjustment directly from the instrument.

What pickups are fitted?

The Stiletto Stealth-4 uses a Schecter Diamond P pickup at the neck and a Schecter Diamond SuperRock MM pickup at the bridge.

What is the advantage of the P/MM pickup layout?

The P pickup provides a strong, rounded and familiar bass sound, while the MM bridge pickup offers greater attack and definition. Blending the two gives the Stiletto Stealth-4 a wide tonal range.

Does it have a pickup selector?

No. It uses a blend control, allowing you to continuously adjust the balance between the neck and bridge pickups.

What does the active EQ control?

The onboard 2-band EQ provides bass and treble adjustment, letting you shape the overall low- and high-frequency response directly from the instrument.

Is the Stiletto Stealth-4 suitable for metal?

Yes. The SuperRock MM bridge pickup, active EQ and fast neck make it particularly effective for rock and metal, while the P pickup adds useful punch and body.

What is the scale length?

The bass uses a standard 34" scale length, providing familiar tension and feel for four-string bass players.

What is the neck profile like?

Schecter uses its Thin “C” profile, measuring approximately 20mm at the first fret and 22mm at the twelfth. It is designed to provide a slim, fast modern feel.

How many frets does it have?

The Stiletto Stealth-4 features 24 X-Jumbo frets, providing a full two-octave fretting range on each string.

Does it have a rosewood fingerboard?

Yes. The maple neck is paired with a rosewood fingerboard featuring a 16" radius.

Is the bass heavy?

The basswood body helps keep the Stiletto Stealth-4 relatively manageable compared with many heavier-bodied bass designs, making it well suited to longer rehearsals and gigs.

What bridge is fitted?

The bass uses Schecter’s S-Tek bridge, providing individual saddle adjustment for accurate setup and intonation.

What strings are fitted from the factory?

Schecter fits Ernie Ball Super Long #2849 strings in .045-.105 gauge.

Is a hardcase included?

No. The compatible Schecter SGR-5SB Stiletto Bass Hardcase, model 1660, is available separately.

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