First launched in 1976, the StingRay is one of the most legendary bass guitars ever. It was the first mass - produced four - string bass with onboard active equalization. As the star of the Music Man series, today's StingRay still has the same classic features it had forty years ago. These include a sturdy build for the road, an iconic oval pickguard, a 3 + 1 tuning key setup, and the well - loved Music Man humbucker. All these elements come together to create a unique look, feel, and sound. Specifications: Body is made of select hardwood with a high - gloss polyester finish. The fretboard is maple with an 11' (27.9 cm) radius and 22 high - profile, wide, stainless - steel frets, featuring black dot inlays. It has a single humbucking pickup with neodymium magnets. The bridge is a vintage Music Man® top - loaded chrome - plated steel plate with vintage nickel - plated steel saddles. The pickguard is black, and it uses 45w - 65w - 80w - 100w strings (Super Slinky Bass #2834). The tuning machines are custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and an ergonomic clover design. The hardware has a chrome finish.
Using this Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay bass guitar is a breeze. Just plug it into your amplifier, adjust the volume and tone knobs to get the sound you like, and start playing. When it comes to note - bending and sliding, the wide stainless - steel frets and smooth maple fretboard make it easy. Be careful when you're transporting the guitar. Always use a proper guitar case to protect it from bumps and scratches. To keep the guitar in good condition, wipe it down with a soft cloth after each use to remove sweat and dirt. Every few months, you can clean the chrome hardware with a suitable metal cleaner. Also, change the strings regularly, about every 3 - 6 months depending on how often you play, to maintain a good sound. When tuning the guitar, use the custom Music Man tuning machines. Turn the keys gently to avoid breaking the strings or damaging the tuning posts.
