Unleash the Low-End Authority – The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5H in Black
The Ernie Ball Music Man Stingray 5H 5 String bass guitar is a true embodiment of excellence in bass design. Renowned for its unmistakable tonal character and unparalleled playability, this instrument is a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation of Music Man. With its active humbucking pickup configuration, the Stingray 5 H delivers a versatile sonic range that covers everything from deep, resonant lows to punchy, articulate highs. The smooth yet robust neck profile ensures effortless navigation across all five strings, making intricate basslines and powerful grooves a joy to play. Whether you’re laying down the foundation in a live performance or adding depth to a studio recording, the Ernie Ball Music Man Stingray 5 String – H stands ready to deliver the distinctive, world-class bass tones that have made it a staple among professional bassists for decades.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
- Model: StingRay 5H Special
- Size: 13-3/8-inches wide, 1-5/8-inch thick, 45-3/4-inches long (34.0 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 116.2 cm long)
- Body Wood: Select Hardwoods
- Body Finish: High gloss polyester
Neck
- Scale Length: 34-inches (86.4 cm)
- Neck Radius: 11-inches (27.9 cm)
- Headstock Size: Only 9-inches (22.9 cm) long
- Frets: 22 – High profile, wide, Stainless Steel
- Neck Width: 1-3/4-inch (44.5 mm) at nut; 2-3/4-inch (69.9 mm) at last fret
- Neck Wood: Select roasted maple neck
- Fingerboard: Fretted – Rosewood
- Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
- Neck Colors: Standard – Natural with finished headstock
- 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
Hardware
- Bridge: Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles
- Pickguard: White Pearloid
- Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
- Electronic Shielding: Graphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum lined pickguard
Electronics
- Controls: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass
- Switching: Single Pickup – 3-way lever pickup selector
- Pickups: Standard – Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets
Miscellaneous
- Case Type: Gig Bag
- Strings: 45w-65w-80w-100w-130w (Regular Slinky Bass #2836)
Manufacturer: Music Man
Model: 207-SBM-10-01-MB-BM
SKU: I765487-N-0-WHXB
UPC: 749699122562
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