Schecter Devil 4 Blackout

A modern model built for impact and simplicity

The Devil-4 Blackout clearly belongs to the family of performance-oriented electric basses. Its specifications prioritize efficiency: a single well-chosen pickup, streamlined electronics, a fast neck and a solid construction designed to withstand intensive use. This is an instrument that focuses on the essentials, with a strong visual identity and an immediate response under the fingers.

In a range dedicated to instruments with a distinctive character, this model occupies an interesting position: it combines more accessible dimensions and playing feel than a traditional 34" bass, while retaining the presence and stability expected from a stage bass. Its all-Black aesthetic further reinforces this resolutely modern positioning.

Which bassists and styles is it designed for?

The Devil-4 Blackout is primarily aimed at motivated beginners, intermediate and advanced bassists looking for a bass that is easy to handle, responsive and visually striking. Its 32" / 813 mm medium scale, narrow 38 mm / 1.50" nut and slim "C" neck profile promote fast movement, tight passages and a more supple playing feel than a conventional long-scale bass.

It is particularly well suited to styles where attack and clarity are paramount: rock, metal, punk, hard rock, powerful pop and modern fusion. Thanks to its single bridge pickup and kill switch control, it will also appeal to musicians who enjoy rhythmic effects, sharp cuts and lines that need to cut effectively through a dense mix.

A sharp, focused and highly defined sound

This bass's tonal character is based on a coherent combination of features. The mahogany body provides density in the low mids and a solid harmonic foundation, while the maple neck-through construction enhances attack, stability and, above all, highly convincing sustain. The ebony key, firmer in its response, adds a welcome sense of clarity and precision to every note.

The EMG MMCS bridge pickup gives the instrument a bold and focused personality. It delivers fast attack, pronounced mids, tight lows and excellent definition, even when playing becomes more aggressive with a pick or energetic picking. This bridge position naturally tightens the spectrum and emphasizes the bite, helping the bass remain clear in saturated contexts.

The deliberately minimalist electronics also contribute to this feeling of immediate response. With a single master volume control, the signal remains direct and intuitive to manage on stage. The kill switch also opens up expressive possibilities for rhythmic cuts, percussive accents and highly effective restart effects in live situations. This is a bass that does not seek versatility for its own sake: it focuses on impact, precision and control.

The playing comfort further reinforces this sonic identity. The 12" / 305 mm radius, 20 jumbo frets and moderate neck thickness, from 20 mm / 0.79" at the 1st fret to 22 mm / 0.87" at the 12th, promote modern action and a fast touch. The result is an instrument that responds quickly, sustains beautifully and retains excellent firmness under strong attacks.

Recommended compatible accessories

To preserve the instrument's original response, a set of long-scale 4-string bass strings with a 45-105 gauge is the safest choice. If you want to protect the Devil-4 Blackout during transport, a universal compatible hard case for electric bass, sold separately, is also recommended.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	H	Nbrs of frets	20
Category	Double cut	Body	Mahogany
Format	Short Scale	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Left handed	No	Electronics	Active
Strings	Steel	Electroacoustic	No
Nbr of strings	4	Color	Black
Top	Maple	Finishing	Satin
Fingerboard	Ebony	Hardware	Black

Instrument type	4-string electric bass	Side dots	phosphorescent Luminlay
Model	Devil-4	Truss rod adjustment	dual-action with wheel at the neck heel
Construction	neck-through	Binding	single-ply black binding on the neck
Orientation	right-handed	Tuners	Grover
Neck	3-piece maple with 2 carbon fiber rods	Bridge	Diamond Custom Bass
Profile	slim "C"	Control knobs	metal dome-style with set screws
Key	ebony	Pickup configuration	1 bridge pickup
Scale length	32" / 813 mm	Bridge pickup	EMG MMCS
Radius	12" / 305 mm	Controls	master volume, toggle kill switch
Number of frets	20 jumbo	Factory strings	4-string bass set, 45-105 long scale
Neck thickness	20 mm / 0.79" at the 1st fret, 22 mm / 0.87" at the 12th fret	Case	compatible universal hard case, sold separately
Nut	Graph Tech XL Black Tusq	Color shown	Blackout
Nut width	38 mm / 1.50"