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Description
This stylish and affordable electric bass features an 18V active pickup system with two EMG-designed single coils. The electronics consist of a master volume and a master blend knob that mixes the relative volume of the middle and bridge pickups. There is also a three-band active rotary EQ with cut and boost controls for bass/middle/treble. The satin finish lets the swamp ash grain show though and the lines and hardware complement to the inherent stylishness of this versatile bass guitar. 4-string.

Quality hardware, a slender and fast neck, active pickups and a handsome design make this a bass that is both affordable and professionaly presentable.
Schecter Guitar Research Riot-4 Session Electric Bass Guitar Satin Aged Natural
Schecter Guitar Research Riot-4 Session Electric Bass Guitar Satin Aged Natural
Features
Neck
  • Shape: C
  • Wood: Maple
  • Neck joint: 6-Bolt
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Yes
  • Finish: Satin
Pickups
  • Active or passive: Active
  • Configuration: SS
  • Neck: Not applicable
  • Middle: Single-coil
  • Bridge: Single-coil
  • Brand: EMG
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Active preamp: 18V
  • Special electronics:
Fretboard
  • Material: Maple
  • Radius: 12"
  • Fret size: Medium-jumbo
  • Number of frets: 24
  • Inlays: Side blocks
  • Nut material: Graph Tech
  • Nut width: 1.496" (38mm)
  • Neck width at 12 fret: Info not available
Body
  • Style: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Swamp ash
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body finish: Satin
  • Orientation: Right-handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, balance, 3-band eq
  • Pickup switch: No
  • Coil tap or split: Not applicable
  • Tone switching: No
  • Special switching: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 4-Saddle standard
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Enclosed
  • Color: Black
Other
  • Number of strings: 4
  • Pickguard: No
  • Special features: Not applicable
  • Case: Sold separately
  • Accessories: Truss-rod tool
  • Country of origin: Korea
Warranty
Limited lifetime warranty on all guitars.

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5

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Best Uses
  1. Jamming7
  2. Practicing7
  3. Recording5
  4. Small Venues4
  5. Rock Concerts3
Cons
  1. Untunes Sometimes1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Novice1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play7
  2. Good Feel7
  3. Good Tone6
  4. Good Pick Up5
  5. Solid Electronics5

Reviewed by 8 customers

  • Great Bass and I am Happy

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byEric

    fromUndisclosed

    I am really loving this bass. It has a nice sound and good action. I am a beginning bass player--so do not trust anything I say if you can slap and play on a bass like a pro. But this is a really versatile bass for me at an affordable price. And I think the natural look is fantastic.

  • The smoothest fastest playing bass I've found

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byAdamd03DX

    fromNew Orleans LA

    I love this bass. I've played numerous makes and models over many moons and this one is by far my favorite. The neck is thin and smooth and it plays fast. the electronics are responsive and you can dial in any sound you want whether you're playing blues or metal and all points in between. I would recommend and am waiting for the new 2019 burst riots to stock and will be buying one if not both of them.

  • Fantastic Bass!

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byViking Power

    fromSeattle, WA

    Played this bass at GC because I liked the look. Couldn't put it down. Had to take it home! That was 3 years ago and I have no regrets.

  • Great Buy

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byBee

    fromSAN Diego California

    None

  • Exceeds all expectations and sets a huge standard

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byChili

    fromGarfield, New Jersey

    This bass guitar does it all. The standard EMG pick-ups allow explosive volume and super clean response. As a funk rock musician the action is a dream. Strings sit comfortably and allow easy sliding and bends. I'm impressed at just how many tones you can get out of this bad-boy. It can quite easily replicate the sound of a Fender J-Bass yet knock out heavier tones like clockwork. Slapping is ideal in this guitar because the action allows for quick and easy popping. Overall this is my "forever" bass. I think I've found my company in Schecter. This definitely rivals the Fender J-Bass and may even be a better choice. The price is also unbeatable!

  • Rickenbacker to Fender sound in a beautiful package

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byTC

    fromMassachusetts

    Finally, a bass that can mimic ANY bass sound. From Rickenbacker to Fender. You can get cello type sounds with a simple volume pedal, I play lead guitar lines on it and it delivers. Beautiful power chords which I play a lot. It's absolutely beautiful too boot! The neck is super thin smooth and fast for getting out that inner Geddy Lee/Chris Squire child. I have the Schecter running through a Fender Rumble 200 and a TC Electronica Chorus. The sound is so personally tuned, you'll never remind anyone of another bass player. Don't even think about it. Best band for the buck you will EVER find.

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  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byJason

    fromCT

    Does this bass come with a hard shell case?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    No. the case is sold separately.