Schecter Reaper-4 LH Natural Satin
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Essential Information About the Schecter USA M-40/P-40 Electric Bass
Essential Information About the Schecter USA M-40/P-40 Electric Bass
- P/J Pickup Configuration: Schecter USA P-40 + M-40 to cover vintage warmth to modern attack.
- Darkglass Tone Capsule 18 V Preamp: powerful and precise EQ (Bass/Mid/Upper-Mid) with dynamic headroom.
- Fast Neck Comfort: bolt-on Thin "C" neck, 24 Jumbo frets, ebony fingerboard for clear attack and fast playing.
- Enhanced Stability: maple with walnut and carbon reinforcement, designed to withstand low setups and energetic playing.
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A Modernly Positioned Bass Designed for Precision
With its swamp ash body, multi-material carbon-reinforced neck, and performance-oriented electronics, this bass clearly belongs to the "studio & stage" instrument family: fast response, excellent definition, and very fine spectrum control. The P/J combination and 18 V Darkglass preamp make it particularly comfortable when switching from a round, thick tone to a more snappy and articulated sound.
Who Is It For and What Styles?
This 4-string electric bass targets mainly intermediate to advanced bassists seeking modern ergonomics (24 frets, Thin "C" profile) and electronics that adapt quickly. It is especially suitable for rock, metal, funk, pop, and studio contexts where note clarity and midrange control make a difference, particularly for fingerstyle, pick, or slap playing.
The Sound
Swamp ash generally provides a lively response, well-defined lows, and open highs, ideal for maintaining "snap" without losing foundation. The maple neck (with walnut and carbon reinforcement) promotes stability and sustain while preserving a clear attack. The ebony fingerboard enhances precision and definition, especially on fast attacks and harmonics.
On the electronics side, the Schecter USA P-40 (dense grain, generous lows, solid mids) and Schecter USA M-40 (more focused, precise, and snappy) pair offers a highly usable palette thanks to the blend control. The Darkglass Tone Capsule EQ preamp at 18 V adds dynamic range and formidable equalization to sculpt the mids (Mid/Upper-Mid) and reinforce the lows without muddying the mix.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To stay as close as possible to the original specifications, prioritize the Ernie Ball 2849 4 String Super Long set with gauges .045-.105. For transport, the SGR-UNIVERSAL BASS gig bag/case is recommended as an optional accessory designed for this model and is the safest recommendation.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | PJ | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Left handed | Yes | Electronics | Active |
| Strings | Steel | Electroacoustic | No |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Natural |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Finishing | Satin |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | Hardware | Black |
| Type | electric bass | Radius | 16" / 406 mm |
| Number of strings | 4 strings | Frets | Jumbo |
| Wood | swamp ash | Number of frets | 24 |
| Finish | Natural Satin | Scale length | 34" / 863 mm |
| Profile | Thin "C" | Inlays | Dots |
| Nut width | 38 mm / 1.496" | Bridge | Diamond Custom Bass |
| Nut thickness | 20 mm / 0.787" | Pickups | Schecter USA M-40 with Smoke Bobbins / Schecter USA P-40 with Smoke Bobbins |
| Thickness at 12th fret | 22 mm / 0.866" | Controls | Master Volume / Blend Control, Darkglass Tone Capsule EQ with 18 V power supply, Bass / Mid / Upper-Mid Contour |
| Nut | Graph Tech XL Black Tusq | Gig bag/case | SGR-UNIVERSAL BASS optional |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Schecter Reaper-4 Natural Satin available in a left-handed version?
This bass is designed for left-handed players and features 4 strings with a 34-inch (863 mm) scale length.
What sound do the P/J pickups and the Darkglass preamp offer?
The setup combines a Schecter USA P-40 pickup and an M-40, adjustable via a blend control. The Darkglass Tone Capsule preamp powered at 18 V includes Bass, Mid, and Upper-Mid Contour controls. This electronics allows for precise shaping of the mids and lows.
Is this bass suitable for slap and metal playing?
The swamp ash body, ebony fingerboard, and 24 frets enable a defined attack suitable for slap. Rock, metal, funk, and pop styles are among the recommended uses.
What are the neck dimensions?
The neck has a Thin C profile with a nut width of 38 mm, a thickness of 20 mm at the nut and 22 mm at the 12th fret. Its 16-inch (406 mm) radius and Jumbo frets support a modern playing approach.
Which string set and case should be chosen?
The Ernie Ball 2849 4 String Super Long set in .045-.105 gauge is recommended to maintain original specifications. The SGR-UNIVERSAL BASS gig bag or case is the appropriate option for transport.
