In 1987, Ernie Ball Music Man introduced the legendary StingRay 5 bass, which became the gold - standard for modern 5 - string basses. The 35th Anniversary edition pays tribute to the classic Ernie Ball Music Man design favored by some of the world's top bassists. This bass features an ash body with a spalted maple top and thin maple veneer, finished in a beautiful Spalted Sunburst. The roasted figured maple neck has an ebony fretboard with copper pearlescent block inlays, and a high - gloss finish for great comfort and playability. High - output neodymium StingRay 5 pickups offer powerful low - end and a unique mid - range punch, while the lightweight hardware ensures solid stability. Only 225 single - humbucker and 25 dual - humbucker models are available, and each Anniversary StingRay 5 comes with a certificate of authenticity. Specifications include an ash 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 stainless - steel frets, custom half - moon fretboard inlays, neodymium magnet humbucker pickups, a standard Music Man black - plated steel bridge with stainless - steel saddles, Regular Slinky Bass strings, custom Music Man lightweight tuning machines, and matte - black hardware finish.
Using your Ernie Ball Music Man 35th Anniversary 5 - string StingRay Special Bass Guitar is a breeze. Just plug it into your amplifier, and you're ready to start playing. The high - output pickups will give you a strong and distinct sound right away. When you're done playing, make sure to unplug it from the amp to avoid any electrical issues. For maintenance, keep the bass clean. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the body, neck, and fretboard after each use. This helps prevent dirt and sweat from building up. If you notice the strings getting dull or losing their tone, it's time to change them. Use the provided Regular Slinky Bass strings for the best performance. Store your bass in a cool, dry place. Avoid leaving it in direct sunlight or in a very humid environment, as this can damage the wood and the hardware. And always handle your bass with care, as it's a limited - edition instrument and a true piece of music history.
