The StingRay 5, the first bass crafted by Ernie Ball Music Man, made its debut in 1987 and has since become an industry - standard for extended - range basses. It offers a powerful, punchy sound, extra flexibility with additional pickups, and a body contoured for comfort, pleasing even the most discerning players. Specifications: Body is made of select hardwood with a high - gloss polyester finish. The maple fretboard has an 11' (27.9 cm) radius, 22 high - profile, wide stainless - steel frets, and black dot inlays. It features an Ernie Ball Music Man designed neodymium humbucker pickup at the bridge. The bridge is a vintage Music Man® top - loaded chrome - plated steel bridge plate with vintage nickel - plated steel saddles. The pickguard is black, and it comes with 45w - 65w - 80w - 100w - 130w strings (Regular Slinky Bass #2836). The tuning machines are custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and an ergonomic clover design, and the hardware has a matte black finish.
Using this Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5 bass guitar is a breeze. Just tune it up using the custom tuning machines. Make sure the strings are tightened properly so you get the right pitch. When you play, you can experiment with the pickup to get different sounds. For cleaning, use a soft cloth to wipe the body and the fretboard regularly. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they can damage the high - gloss polyester finish. Store it in a cool, dry place to prevent any warping of the body or fretboard. Check the strings often and replace them when they start to sound dull or look worn out. The bridge and saddles should be inspected occasionally to ensure they are in good condition and properly adjusted.
