Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5H Electric Bass, 5-String, Maple Fingerboard (with Case)

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Lay down some powerful low-end grooves with the StingRay 5 bass. The versatile humbucking pickup delivers a number of tones via the 3-way selector switch.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Ash body Strong, snappy responsive tone
Roasted maple neck Bright tone, full sustain and strength
Neodymium StingRay Special humbucker Increased output for a more powerful sound
18v Preamp with 3-band EQ Punchy tone with plenty of flexibility

First introduced in 1976, the StingRay has become one of the most iconic bass guitars in history. The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5H Maple Fingerboard 5-String Electric Bass provides a modern level of playing comfort while retaining that revered iconic StingRay 5 sound. The instrument's rounded contour provides comfort in any playing position, a sculpted neck joint provides uninhibited upper fret access to all 22 stainless steel frets, and lightweight aluminum hardware provides a lighter more balanced instrument. Improved StingRay electronics feature more powerful neodymium magnets for increased output and an 18-volt preamp for extra clean headroom without clipping. Solid roadworthy construction, elegant pickguard, 4+1 tuning key configuration, and the ever popular Music Man humbucking pickup, all of which combined produce a look, feel and sound that is remarkably unmistakable.

Features

- Lightweight ash body
- Rounded arm contour for more comfort at different playing positions
- 5-bolt contoured neck joint on the body
- 22 stainless steel frets
- Lightweight modern classic bridge and saddles
- Lightweight Music Man tuning machines with a finer gear ratio
- Lightweight aluminum hardware
- Neodymium pickup magnets for increased output
- 3-band EQ
- 18 V preamp for extra headroom with no clipping

- Model: StingRay 5
- Size: 13-3/8" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 45-3/4" long (34.0 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 116.2 cm long)
- Weight: 9 lbs, 2 oz (4.16 kg) - varies slightly
- Body Wood: Ash
- Body Finish: High gloss polyester
- Bridge: Vintage Music Man top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles
- Pickguard: Black
- Scale Length: 34" (86.4 cm)
- Neck Radius: 11" (27.9 cm)
- Headstock Size: Only 9" (22.9 cm) long
- Frets: 22 - High profile, wide, Stainless Steel
- Neck Width: 1-3/4" (44.5 mm) at nut 2-3/4"" (69.9 mm) at last fret
- Neck Wood: Select roasted maple neck
- Fingerboard: Fretted -- Roasted Maple
- Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
- Neck Color: Standard -- Natural with finished headstock
- Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
- Truss Rod: Adjustable - no component or string removal
- Neck Attachment: 5 bolts - perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets
- Electronic Shielding: Graphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum lined pickguard
- Controls: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass
- Switching: 3-way lever pickup selector
- Pickups: Standard Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets
- Strings: 46w-65w-80w-100w-130w (Regular Slinky Bass #2836)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 866-823-2255
Web: https://www.music-man.com/contact

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted September 22, 2017 by Sotero Rivera in New Milford, CT

"As good as it gets."

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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You would be hard pressed if you tried to convince me that a material thing cannot be inspiring after playing this beauty. I've been going to my local music store and playing this baby for days now and I am absolutely in love. After my 5 string Fender Jazz bass Elite this is as good as it gets. I probably won't go another week without giving in and buying one of these. They are definitely the kind of bass that you will keep and play forever.
Sound
Very responsive pickups. The quality of the bass is very high. It is obvious that a lot of extra time was spent on this instrument, especially on the neck.
Features
The maple fingerboard give the bass a very bright sound which complements the humbucker on the neck position very well.
Ease of Use
The neck is very fast and solid. This gives the instrument a very professional feel.
Quality
When you pick up this bass you can quickly feel the quality and high caliber of its construction and materials. The woods used work very well together. The electronics are second to none. You will not need to make any modifications to this instrument at all.
Value
This bass inspires you to play the best that you can and play a lot more than you would normally play. You won't want to put it down.
Manufacturer Support
Never had to contact manufacturer.
The Wow Factor
This bass screams high end. People will see and hear that you are a professional. Don't let anyone tell you differently, YOU deserve an instrument of this caliber.

Musical Background:

30 years Classical guitar. 18 years bass.

Musical Style:

Classic rock, metal and Classical guitar.
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