Music Man’s iconic StingRay made waves upon its 1976 release being one of the first production model bass guitars to feature onboard active EQ—but the innovation didn’t stop there. The Music Man StingRay Special Bass is the next step in the evolution of this legendary instrument with the addition of some modern refinements that sweeten the deal even more.
The body has been carefully selected for exceptionally lightweight performance. This is paired with improved weight relief contours and lightweight hardware throughout the bass’ construction for optimal balance and comfort during long sessions.
The Music Man StingRay Special 4 features a roasted maple neck and a rosewood fingerboard finished with gunstock oil and a hand-rubbed wax for ridiculously smooth playability. The 5-bolt sculpted neck joint provides stability and access to all 22 stainless steel frets.
The StingRay Special is known for its massive, super-punchy low end provided by the beefy Music Man Neodymium Humbucker in the bridge. To lend a helping hand, StingRay’s 18-volt active preamp and 3-band EQ let you fine-tune and supercharge your sound. The Music Man StingRay Special is durable, performance-ready, and packs a thunderous punch.
This StingRay Special comes in a stylish Buttercream gloss finish with a matching headstock, all safely cradled in a G&L hardshell case.
- 3-band Active Preamp System with 18-volts of Headroom
- Powerful Neodymium Humbucking Pickups
- Roasted Maple Neck and Rosewood Fingerboard
- 5-bolt Sculpted Neck Joint, Access to All 22 Stainless Steel Frets
- Over 1 Pound Weight Reduction from Previous Stingray Models