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 and punchy sound, more flexibility with extra pickups, and a body contoured for comfort, making it ideal even for the most discerning players. Specifications include a select hardwood body with a high - gloss polyester finish, a maple fretboard with an 11' (27.9 cm) radius, 22 high - profile stainless - steel frets, black dot inlays, a single humbucking pickup with neodymium magnets, a vintage - style bridge, a shell pickguard, 45w - 65w - 80w - 100w - 130w strings, custom lightweight tuning machines, and chrome hardware.
Using this bass guitar is a breeze. First, make sure the strings are properly tuned using the custom Music Man tuning machines. When you start playing, the powerful sound of the single humbucking pickup will give you a great tone right away. To get different tones, you can experiment with the pickups. As for maintenance, keep the body clean with a soft, dry cloth to preserve the high - gloss polyester finish. Avoid exposing the guitar to extreme temperatures and humidity, as this can damage the wood and affect the tuning. Check the strings regularly and replace them when they start to sound dull or show signs of wear. The stainless - steel frets are durable, but a light cleaning can help keep them in good condition. Enjoy your playing with this amazing bass!
