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This StingRay RAY5 bass is the cousin of the Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay 5 bass, a classic, iconic instrument that defined a generation of bassists since the late '70s. With active electronics, low-noise humbucking pickups, rock-solid hardware and a simple, uncluttered look, it is instantly recognizable and respected.

Classic, Attractive Body Lines

 Familiar curves, contours and fantastic balance make this StingRay RAY5 one with you the player. Several attractive finishes let you choose just how you want to stand out on stage.

All This and Active Electronics

Featuring a 9V powered active preamp, and individual Volume Hi and Low Cut/Boost controls, this StingRay RAY5 is a superior choice and incredible value for players of any experience level.

Fully Adjustable, Heavy-Duty Bridge

Complete control over intonation and individual string height ensures the most comfortable playing experience whether your practicing at home or rocking out on stage.
Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY5 5-String Electric Bass Guitar Satin Walnut
Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY5 5-String Electric Bass Guitar Satin Walnut
Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY5 5-String Electric Bass Guitar Satin Walnut

collapse expand iconFeatures

  • Solid basswood body, gloss polyurethane finish
  • Bolt-on maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, 22 frets, 34" scale
  • Humbucking pickup with Alnico magnets, 2-band EQ
  • 5-saddle adjustable bridge, chrome open-geared tuners

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Neck
  • Wood: Maple
  • Neck joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Vintage-style heel adjust
  • Finish: Hand-rubbed oil finish
Pickups
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Pickup configuration: H
  • Bridge: Humbucker with Alnico magnets
  • Brand: Music Man
  • Special electronics: 2-band EQ
Fretboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Radius: 12"
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut material: Info not available
  • Nut width: 1.771" (45 mm)
Body
  • Cutaway: Double cutaway
  • Construction: Solidbody
  • Body wood: Basswood
  • Body finish: Gloss polyurethane
  • Orientation: Right handed
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone 1, tone 2
  • Pickup switch: No
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Tone switching: Yes
  • Special switching: Yes
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 5-Saddle adjustable
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Open-geared
  • Color: Chrome
Other
  • Number of strings: 5
  • Pickguard: No
  • Special features: Not applicable
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Indonesia

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4.5

8 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I absolutely love it! I love the stingray sound and the feel
I absolutely love it! I love the stingray sound and the feel
I absolutely love it! I love the stingray sound and the feel
I absolutely love it! I love the stingray sound and the feel
I absolutely love it! I love the stingray sound and the feel
I love these basses. All tone!
I love these basses. All tone!
Great sounding bass at any price.
Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming5
  2. Practicing5
  3. Recording4
  4. Rock Concerts3
  5. Small Venues3
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Professional Musician2
  3. Child1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play7
  2. Good Tone7
  3. Good Feel5
  4. Good Pick Up4
  5. Solid Electronics2

Reviewed by 8 customers

  • Nice bass

    3

    submitted3 years ago

    byPaul

    fromSouthaven, Ms.

    The bass is fine. My main issue is with Guitar Center. The bass arrived without a QC tag. Some of the plastic protection film was missing. They probably sent me a demo. If your looking at this bass it's fine. I'd buy it again but definitely NOT at Guitar Center.

  • Super Good Deal

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byDavid

    fromPortland

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Beautifully resonance and great set up, right out of the box. It's easy to let the instrument's lively sound get away from you but it's also good for keeping up with guitar and drums. Even with age related hand issues, it plays with such little effort that I almost forgot I was using an instrument I had never used. Every bass player in the room went nuts when I told them what a ridiculous deal I got! I'll put this up against the mainline Music Man Stingray, anytime.

  • I absolutely love it! I love the stingray sound and the feel

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byAyden G

    fromRicardo, Texas

    The feel of this bass is amazing!

  • Nice guitar for the price

    3

    submitted4 years ago

    byCharity G

    fromIllinois

    The color is a little flat more than I expected

  • I love this Bass!!!!!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byCoop

    fromMacon, GA

    Bang for the buck, this is one of the best bargains. It plays great and sounds great. I will be using it mostly for recording. I feels great sitting and playing as well as balanced with a strap while standing. Thanks, GC.....

  • I love these basses. All tone!

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byMango

    fromMobile Al

    Ive had SUB basses before, sold them to get a premium Bass....but the tone and the action on these is so good at sutch a great price i bought 2 for alternate tunings.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byErick

    fromGarden Grove CA

    Those it come with a case?

    Those it come with a case?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    It does not.
    Open Reply - Ronald
    No. The Case is sold separately.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byZachary

    fromNJ

    Hello ! I had a question. Im looking for a case for the Ernie Ball Sterling Sub Series 5 String, and Ive been having trouble finding one. Hopefully you know a solution !

    Hello ! I had a question. Im looking for a case for the Ernie Ball Sterling Sub Series 5 String, and Ive been having trouble finding one. Hopefully you know a solution !

    Open Reply - Ronald
    We would have to special order one from Ernie Ball. Email us at YourVoice@GuitarCenter.com and we can get you the special order info.
    Open Reply - Beau
    The Ernie Ball Music Man 4980 Hardshell Case for StingRay 4 or 5-String Bass would work well.