Quote Originally Posted by Duff
I'm totally not on Schecter's payroll or affilliated in any way. I just think they makes some great guitars and are overlooked, probably because they tend to cost as much as the competition.

But I can say this Stilleto 5 Elite is the nicest bass I've ever played. Way better sounding than my MIJ Fender Jazz bass, circa '85 ish. I played quite a few and it's personal, as we all know. This bass just fell right into my hands and found a happy home there. I'm more than pleased because I think it is a special instrument. You ever come across one of them? You know it when you do. There is no question in your mind; it is a "for sure" type thing that you "know". You don't need to ask, debate, or anything: it's a personal knowing thing.

Good luck with whatever you look for.

Duff
I am new to the board so I apologize for such a late reply. Like you, I too love many of the Schecter basses. I have had three - two Elites and now only a Studio - all five strings. The basses seem to suffer from the overall image of Schecter as a metal guitar manufacturer. My son, for example, has a Hellraiser C-1 which fits the image. The company actually is offering some very high value products that work well for lots of different musical styles. I've enjoyed your posts and just wanted to offer some support.