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Schecter SLS Evil Twin-5 Bass Guitar - Satin Black

5-string Electric Bass with Swamp Ash Body, Maple/Walnut/Padauk Neck, Ebony Fingerboard, and 2 Active Soapbar Pickups - Satin Black
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Schecter SLS Evil Twin-5 Bass Guitar - Satin Black
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The Darker Side of the SLS Elite

The SLS Evil Twin-5 is your chance to explore the darker side of Schecter's SLS Elite bass series. Specs are virtually identical between these two great axes, save for the Evil Twin's 100% swamp ash body. What sets it apart are a killer black-on-black satin finish, sinister roman numeral fingerboard inlays, and glow-in-the-dark side fret markers for easy ID'ing on dark stages. Naturally, the Evil Twin slays for rock and metal. But with its Fishman Fluence active soapbar pickups with 3-way voicing switch, push-pull coil splitting, and 2-band active EQ, this bass will surprise you with its pop sensibilities and funk and soul potential. Schecter's neck-through sculpted body and string-through bridge maximize resonance and sustain. Meanwhile, a permanently lubricated TUSQ XL nut, a set of studio-stable Grover tuners, and a dual-action truss rod with easy-access neck heel wheel make the Schecter SLS Evil Twin-5 from Sweetwater a bass that wants for nothing in terms of customization.

Sculpted swamp ash body

The SLS Evil Twin-5's sculpted swamp ash body is equal parts form and fashion, comfortably hugging the player's body when seated or standing and providing unparalleled access to higher frets. A satin black finish gives this bass a menacing stage presence indeed.

3-piece neck with XJ steel frets

Built for a lifetime of use and abuse, the Schecter SLS Evil Twin-5 features a 3-piece neck of maple, walnut, and padauk to resist warping and action creep over time. Its articulate ebony fingerboard comes fitted with 24 effortless Extra-jumbo stainless steel frets that are spec'd for tour-grade resiliency.

Active Fishman Fluence pickups

The Fluence active pickups have been a real game changer in terms of tone, output, noise, and clarity. The SLS Evil Twin-5's Fluence active soapbars feature both a 3-way voicing switch (class, funk, and modern) and push-pull coil splitting to stand up to virtually any style of music. Factor in a 2-band active EQ section (bass and treble) and a dedicated pickup blend knob, and the SLS Evil Twin-5 may replace many or all other basses in your arsenal.

Schecter SLS Evil Twin-5 Bass Guitar Features:

  • The darker side of the SLS Elite bass series
  • Ivory-bound 100% swamp ash body sports a menacing satin black finish
  • Roman numeral fingerboard inlays
  • Glow-in-the-dark side fret markers
  • 9-volt active Fishman Fluence soapbar pickups provide 3 distinct voices: classic, funk, and modern
  • Push-pull coil splitting, active 2-band EQ, and pickup blend control equip this bass for any style
  • Liquid sculpture neck-through design is comfortably contoured and sustains for days
  • Strong 3-piece maple/walnut/padauk neck with articulate ebony fingerboard
  • Extra-jumbo stainless steel frets are spec'd for a lifetime of use and abuse
  • Permanently lubricated, Teflon-impregnated TUSQ XL nut eliminates string stickage
  • Dual-action truss rod with convenient neck heel access wheel
  • Grover tuners are studio precise and stage stable

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Tech Specs

  • Number of Strings: 5
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: SLS Evil Twin
  • Body Material: Swamp Ash
  • Color: Satin Black
  • Body Finish: Satin Polyurethane
  • Neck Material: Multi-ply Maple/Walnut/Padauk
  • Neck Shape: Thin C
  • Radius: 16"
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Glow in the Dark Roman Numerals
  • Number of Frets: 24, Extra Jumbo Stainless Steel
  • Scale Length: 35"
  • Nut Width: 1.771"
  • Nut Material: Black Tusq
  • Bridge/Tailpiece: Schecter Custom String-thru / Top-loaded Bridge
  • Tuners: Grover Bass 144
  • Neck Pickup: Fishman Fluence Soapbar Pickup
  • Bridge Pickup: Fishman Fluence Soapbar Pickup
  • Controls: 1 x master volume (push/pull single-coil), 1 x blend, 2-band EQ, 3-way toggle voicing switch
  • Strings: Ernie Ball Super Long, .045-.130
  • Case/Gig Bag: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 1395

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Reviews

Evil Twin-an absolute beast
Fantastic bass.

I purchased an Open Box model at a significant discount. It is virtually flawless. I tweaked the action just a little and it plays perfectly. Has a nice weight to it, not overly heavy.

Very smooth to play, and pretty comfortable for a 5 string fretboard. Bends are smooth. Tone is fantastic, nice and snappy to low and growly. you can really shift it a lot to get exactly what you want. I personally love the single coil mode for a more nostalgic sound.
Music background: 16 years playing, on and off gigging musician.
I love this bass so much I bought two of them

I first bought one in December, and it's a 8lbs 9oz super light one. I love it so much I bought another one, this time it's a 9lbs 6oz with the full sweetwater plek setup service, I've always wanted to try it. It costs but totally no regrets. It arrived today and I love it so much it plays so agile and comfortable.

Music background: Amateur hobbyist
Super awesome tone
This bass is absolutely amazing sounding with the Fishman pick-ups. I play through a Darkglass amp and cab and it sound crushingly Progressive Metal!
Great fun to play
Excellent bass. The electronics are awesome. It has a nice growl to it.

Cons: it is slight longer so the frets are a bit more spaced out. That took a second to get used to. Also, the finish on the back of the neck wasn't perfect. There are some raised spots where it wasn't all sanded down uniformly.

Still would get it again.
Great sounding bass.

This bass sounds amazing. The Fishman pickups are some of the best bass pickups I have heard. The 3 switch settings are not as obviously different as I expected, but it noticeably shaped the tone of the bass. The neck on this 5-string is easier to play than all my Fender 4 strings. It looks cool and the glowing markers are neat but they don't glow for long though. In black light they work awesome. The satin black finish will show anywhere you touch it with sweaty/oily hands, but so far it cleans off well. If you are going to buy this bass I highly recommend you only buy through Sweetwater. I made the mistake of buying this somewhere else first and had to go through several returns trying to get a bass without a major neck issue. (Not sure if Schecter has a QA issue). I gave up on that other company and ordered through Sweetwater and the bass arrived in immaculate condition and perfectly set up. I'm only buying my guitars from Sweetwater from now on.