Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 4H 4-String Electric Bass – Buttercream

Captivating Tone and Elegance – The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 4H 4-String Electric Bass in Buttercream

The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 4H 4-String Electric Bass is a harmonious blend of classic design and modern innovation. Renowned for its iconic shape and powerful sound, this instrument takes the legendary StingRay bass to new heights. The Special 4H model features a humbucking pickup configuration, delivering a punchy and articulate tone that’s perfect for a wide range of musical genres. The buttercream finish not only adds a touch of elegance but also reflects the attention to detail in its craftsmanship. With its comfortable neck profile, smooth playability, and versatile tonal options, the StingRay Special 4H stands as a true companion for bassists seeking both time-honored character and contemporary performance capabilities.

SPECIFICATIONS

Body

• Model: StingRay Special
• Size: 13-1/2″ wide, 1-5/8″ thick, 44-7/8″ long (34.3 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 114.0 cm long)
• Body Wood: Select Hardwoods
• Body Finish: High gloss polyester

Neck

• Scale Length: 34″ (86.4 cm)
• Neck Radius: 11″ (27.9 cm)
• Headstock Size: Only 8-3/4″ (22.2 cm) long
• Frets: 22 – High profile, wide, Stainless Steel
• Neck Width: 1-11/16″ (42.86 mm) at nut 2-1/2″ (63.5 mm) at last fret
• Neck Wood: Select roasted maple neck
• Fingerboard: Fretted – Maple, Rosewood, or Ebony (dependent on body color)
• Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
• Neck Colors: Standard – Natural with finished headstock
• Neck Attachment: 5 bolts – perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets

Hardware

• Bridge: Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles
• Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
• Truss Rod: Adjustable – no component or string removal

Electronics

• Electronic Shielding: Chrome or black plated aluminum control cover (dependent on body color)
• Controls: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass
• Switching: Single Pickup – N/A; Dual Pickup – 5-way lever pickup selector
• Pickups: Standard – Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets

Miscellaneous

• Case Type: Harshell Case
• Strings: 45w-65w-80w-100w (Super Slinky Bass #2834)

Manufacturer: Music Man
Model: 107-BU-21-02-BT-CR
SKU: I745405-N-0-WHXA
UPC: 749699118190

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