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This is the engine your band has been waiting for. The Music Man StingRay5 Special Bass EB is a modern day classic. Comprised with a rich tonal quality that can only be projected by a StingRay. The new single humbuckers with neodymium are melodically rich packed with a stunning depth - who knew a bass could sound this good? Music Man are innovators at the top of their game.
Make your mark on stage. The distinctive charcoal sparkle finish is as stunning as it is striking. Beautifully crafted using advanced technology and expert craftsmanship, it's tailor-made for players who appreciate top quality bass guitars. Classic, stylish, and authentic - this is the bass you've been dreaming of...
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Reach new depths. This StingRay5 allows you to push your sound in an alternative direction. With a 3-band active preamplifier, you can alter the volume, treble, mid, and bass to your liking. By simply using the controls to refine the sound quality, it becomes the ideal bass for those who enjoy dabbling in a variety of genres. From reggae to heavy rock, this bass is well adjusted to all types of music.
Gain a fresh perspective on bass playing. Music Man have placed the musician's needs first. The brand new contoured neck allows you to reach higher up the fretboard, so you don't have to strain for the more intricate bass lines - experience the full range this bass provides.
The ultimate tool of expression. Whether you favour the plectrum, finger picking, or slap - this bass will accommodate all of your unique playing styles whilst maintaining that revered StingRay sound. The slim neck finished with gun stock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend enables you to smoothly play complex bass riffs - you'll glide across the fretboard.
Floats like a butterfly, stings like a bee. Don't be fooled by the weightlessness of this bass. Made from genuine ash, thick growling tones fly out of your amp - it's truly remarkable. Used by some of the most successful bass players in history, it highlights the cultural impact these instruments have made. John Deacon's unforgettable "Under Pressure" bass hook was regularly played on the StingRay. As well as Blur's Alex James, vital in forming the full bodied tone on their hit, "Song 2". Let there be bass.
Before you even pick this guitar up, you can immediately recognise the craftsmanship involved. The roasted maple neck and the hand applied fretboard present a rigidity to your playing style, adding power to the overall resonance. It provides a surface that allows you to go hard on this bass - push it to its limits. Your tonal resonance will become sharper and snappier - giving an edge to your live performances.
Shape your sound. Whatever instruments are accompanying you, the single humbuckers give you the clean, sharp bass tone that will stand out in any band dynamic. They remove any unwanted buzzing noise to increase tonal quality and clarity. Explore the deep depths of bass guitar - a classic Music Man sound that cannot be replicated.
The pickups have a remarkable ability to create flawless bass tones for almost any genre. Experiment with technique and play a plethora of tunes. From punk to blues, make full use of this guitar's ability to delve into genres on the opposite ends of the spectrum.
Feel light as a feather on stage. The custom Music Man clover tuning machines are now lighter than ever. They provide you with a well balanced, comfortable bass. This removes any top-heavy feeling that can occur with most bass guitars. Reliable, durable, and stable. You can depend on these machines to hold your tuning in place, meaning you won't have the inconvenience of continuously tuning up on stage.