Alright so I'm returning my basses and finally getting a nice axe. I'm completely torn between the Schecter Stiletto Studio-4 or the Warwick Corvette Standard Ash. I like to play all types of music from funk to rock. I'm also open minded so if you think there's a better bass out there let me know. I'm willing to go up to 900 for a good bass. Thanks for the help.
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Schecter vs Warwick
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schecter build quality is inferior. whether you prefer the neck or sound of the warwick is subjective.
I think you could probably get a Warwick Corvette - bubinga body for around $900. I'd stay away from Schecter if I were you.
Rakie
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That's good you are open minded.
The Corvette with swamp-ash is a very very good instrument that you can play every music-style.
I tried a Stilleto also once. It's totally ok bass but you can't do so much things like the Corvette. Although I think the Stilleto is more beautiful than the Corvette but that's is your choice. The abilities of Warwick are much better of course!
The Ibanez SR series also offer very good basses according to price or the Spector!
If you want more bass tone with extremely growl the Corvette Bubinga is ideal!
The Corvette with swamp-ash is a very very good instrument that you can play every music-style.
I tried a Stilleto also once. It's totally ok bass but you can't do so much things like the Corvette. Although I think the Stilleto is more beautiful than the Corvette but that's is your choice. The abilities of Warwick are much better of course!
The Ibanez SR series also offer very good basses according to price or the Spector!
If you want more bass tone with extremely growl the Corvette Bubinga is ideal!
I would take WW, although I am Schecterman 
I used to have Corvette Std. Ash ad it was great machine.....low priced but "west side of world built"
It sounded like JB on steroids, unbelieveable growl!!!!!
But If you have 900 bucks dont bee fool and nail Lakie Skyline or MM Stingray/sterling HH(todays it is reality you can get such bass for 900...check classfields) etc.
I used to have Corvette Std. Ash ad it was great machine.....low priced but "west side of world built"
It sounded like JB on steroids, unbelieveable growl!!!!!
But If you have 900 bucks dont bee fool and nail Lakie Skyline or MM Stingray/sterling HH(todays it is reality you can get such bass for 900...check classfields) etc.
Masher88
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Warwicks are better built instruments, but they are in the same category as Rickenbackers....you will either love it or hate it! 
The necks (from my experience) are different feeling than most other off the rack basses. Not bad or good...just different! Make sure you play both before you buy!
The necks (from my experience) are different feeling than most other off the rack basses. Not bad or good...just different! Make sure you play both before you buy!
i own a schecter and while it is a good instrument, I would go with the warwick, just because I feel they are nicer. Everything said here is good advice
I've played the Schecter Stilettos and liked em a lot, but never ended up getting one because they all had small problems (mostly preferential). The finish of both the custom and the studio are a little too tame for my tastes. I like something that stands out on stage. The elite was alright except I hate the laminated/glossed whatever you would call it neck. Too sticky.
I ended up trying to hold out and keep saving for a Warwick Corvette Double-buck for a while, and now my awesome dad had a stroke of generosity and is getting me one for my 18th birthday.
But yeah, the Warwicks are definitely better basses. The Corvette shape was one of the most comfortable basses I've ever played on, but other people don't like em, so I guess it's all up to you. If you're wiling to save up a few more hundred you could probably find a used or blemished Corvette Double-buck that'll pwn either a Schecter or the Corvette Standard.
I ended up trying to hold out and keep saving for a Warwick Corvette Double-buck for a while, and now my awesome dad had a stroke of generosity and is getting me one for my 18th birthday.
But yeah, the Warwicks are definitely better basses. The Corvette shape was one of the most comfortable basses I've ever played on, but other people don't like em, so I guess it's all up to you. If you're wiling to save up a few more hundred you could probably find a used or blemished Corvette Double-buck that'll pwn either a Schecter or the Corvette Standard.
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I like Schecters a lot ... but I find they don't cut through the mix at all ...
Warwicks don't seem to have enough bite for my taste ...
I make or modify my own jazz basses, p-basses, fenderbirds, Rickenbackers, musicman, Dean and other 5 string basses ...
Warwicks don't seem to have enough bite for my taste ...
I make or modify my own jazz basses, p-basses, fenderbirds, Rickenbackers, musicman, Dean and other 5 string basses ...
The schecter isn't nearly as good as the warwick. The ash warwicks are pretty great for the money, though they're different from the rest of the warwick line.
My personal opinion is look at the Lakland 44's or 55's like another poster suggested. Those are a fantastic bargain.
My personal opinion is look at the Lakland 44's or 55's like another poster suggested. Those are a fantastic bargain.
I haven't played a Schecter that I've liked yet. The ash Corvette is one of my favorite Warwicks and IMO they are a steal if you compare them to the rest of the Warwick line. Go with the 'Vette.
Schecter is a complete cookie-cutter, assembly line instrument (IMO).
It's way 2nd rate next to a Warwick. I think you'll be seriously disappointed with Schecter.
It's way 2nd rate next to a Warwick. I think you'll be seriously disappointed with Schecter.
Everyone here is bashing schecter for horrible reasons. I play on a schecter so I feel I should defend them a little bit.
Yes The warwick is a better quality guitar in the long run, but your going to pay for it. Schecter makes competitive guitars that hold up solid, the working man can afford. The stiletto is a sharp looking bass with a nice neck-thru construction that will give you better sustain, It also has active EMG pick ups wich is a plus.
Where the Corvette is a bolt on neck with passive pick ups. This is only a matter of preference though.
If your looking for a great playing bass that looks sharp, and sounds great. Play a Laguna Ocean TB70, and see what you think. It has a very wide tonal range, equipped with top notch electronics, and hardware. and its totally at a price you can afford. Im sure it could even match the lows your loving from that warwick too.
All in all its your decision, and your budget. Pick the one that feels the most comfortable to your hands and shoulder (Have you played either of them standing up with a guitar strap yet? This is important) Pick the one you think sounds the best
Knowing you met your budget and got the most for your money is a good feeling. Happing hunting Bass man
Yes The warwick is a better quality guitar in the long run, but your going to pay for it. Schecter makes competitive guitars that hold up solid, the working man can afford. The stiletto is a sharp looking bass with a nice neck-thru construction that will give you better sustain, It also has active EMG pick ups wich is a plus.
Where the Corvette is a bolt on neck with passive pick ups. This is only a matter of preference though.
If your looking for a great playing bass that looks sharp, and sounds great. Play a Laguna Ocean TB70, and see what you think. It has a very wide tonal range, equipped with top notch electronics, and hardware. and its totally at a price you can afford. Im sure it could even match the lows your loving from that warwick too.
All in all its your decision, and your budget. Pick the one that feels the most comfortable to your hands and shoulder (Have you played either of them standing up with a guitar strap yet? This is important) Pick the one you think sounds the best
Knowing you met your budget and got the most for your money is a good feeling. Happing hunting Bass man
Odd how often Schecter gets 'compared' with pricier selections (Spector/Warwick).
While I'd choose a MM Sterling or Spector over the current Stiletto I'm playing, the build quality and playability are solid. On the used market it was an incredible value. Sound, styling, and feel are personal preferences - i.e. subjective.
So for 200-400 you can find a really decent Schecter (or as mentioned above an Ibanez SR compares favorably)
It won't sound like a Corvette at all. Have you considered a used Streamer or Spector?
While I'd choose a MM Sterling or Spector over the current Stiletto I'm playing, the build quality and playability are solid. On the used market it was an incredible value. Sound, styling, and feel are personal preferences - i.e. subjective.
So for 200-400 you can find a really decent Schecter (or as mentioned above an Ibanez SR compares favorably)
It won't sound like a Corvette at all. Have you considered a used Streamer or Spector?
Yeah, I don't understand the comparison here either. It's like comparing a Corolla with. . . well a Corvette.
I play a Schecter Stiletto custom 5. I got it for $400 and it plays wonderfully. For a $400 bass it's an awesome value. For a $1,600 bass, not so much.
This is for all the Schecter bashers. Have you owned one? or, have you just played one? I own one and play the Schecter Custom 4. There is nothing wrong with the quality of their basses. They are set up at the factory and play great. Solid electronic and stable.
I've played Warwick's and I dont like the necks. Personal preference, but I wouldn't say they were bad basses or stay away from them.
IMO - I think that most basses within a certain price range are all within the same quality. The Schecter and new Squier line are an exception. They should be more expensive than they are.
I've played Warwick's and I dont like the necks. Personal preference, but I wouldn't say they were bad basses or stay away from them.
IMO - I think that most basses within a certain price range are all within the same quality. The Schecter and new Squier line are an exception. They should be more expensive than they are.
I'm gonna have to go against the common opinion and say schecter. I played one of their lower end models ( I think it was the c-4) and was shocked on how nicely it felt, played, and sounded. It looked pretty bad ass too.
I could have just played a gem as it was the only schecter I've every played but I liked it much more than the corvette $$ and thumb bo that I tried.
I could have just played a gem as it was the only schecter I've every played but I liked it much more than the corvette $$ and thumb bo that I tried.
