The Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay 5-String Bass Guitar, crafted in collaboration with Darkglass Electronics, a leader in bass accessories, unlocks a world of sonic innovation. At its heart is a state - of - the - art 2 Band EQ preamp custom - made by Darkglass. It offers three unique modes: Clean, Alpha (distortion), and Omega (fuzz). Easily adjust your ideal tone using the onboard gain knob and blend control, smoothly mixing pure cleans with intense fuzz while maintaining powerful low - end. An intuitive LED ring and 3 - way lever switch simplify mode selection. This bass is a Stingray Special with a neodymium humbucking pickup, a roasted maple neck, a sleek contoured body, 22 stainless steel frets, and the iconic 3+1 headstock design. Specifications include a select hardwood body with high - gloss polyester finish, an ebony fretboard with an 11' (27.9 cm) radius, a 34' (86.4 cm) scale length, 22 high - profile wide stainless steel frets, dot inlay fretboard, a single humbucking pickup with neodymium magnets, a vintage Music Man® top - loaded black - plated steel bridge plate with vintage black - plated steel saddles, a black pickguard, 45w - 65w - 80w - 100w - 130w (Regular Slinky Bass #2836) strings, custom Music Man lightweight tuning machines with tapered string posts and an ergonomic clover design, and black hardware finish.
Using your Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay 5 - String Bass Guitar is a breeze. To start, turn on your amplifier and select the desired mode on the bass using the 3 - way lever switch. The Clean mode gives you a pure sound, while Alpha offers distortion and Omega provides a fuzz effect. Adjust the gain knob to control the intensity of the signal and use the blend control to mix different tones. When you're done playing, always turn off your amplifier first to avoid any pop or noise. To maintain your bass, keep it in a dry place away from extreme temperatures and humidity. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent corrosion. Check the tuning machines regularly to ensure they're working smoothly. And don't forget to change the strings every few months for the best sound quality.
