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Product Description
The Music Man StingRay Special stands as a legendary instrument that defined bass guitar excellence since 1976. This iconic four-string bass pioneered onboard active equalization and remains the flagship of the Music Man collection. Built with solid, road-tested construction, it features the signature oval pickguard, distinctive 3+1 tuning configuration, and the renowned Music Man humbucker that delivers unmistakable tone and character. Whether you're a seasoned professional or serious enthusiast, the StingRay Special delivers the legendary playability, durability, and sonic presence that has made it a studio and stage staple for generations.
Specs
| Model | StingRay Special |
| Size | 13-1/2" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 44-7/8" long (34.3 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 114.0 cm long) |
| Body Wood | Select Hardwoods |
| Body Finish | High gloss polyester (Except Black Rock - Matte) |
| Bridge | Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles |
| Scale Length | 34" (86.4 cm) |
| Neck Radius | 11" (27.9 cm) |
| Headstock Size | Only 8-3/4" (22.2 cm) long |
| Frets | 22 - High profile, wide, Stainless Steel |
| Neck Width | 1-11/16" (42.86 mm) at nut 2-1/2" (63.5 mm) at last fret |
| Neck Wood | Select roasted maple neck |
| Fingerboard | Fretted - Maple, Rosewood, or Ebony (dependent on body color) |
| Neck Finish | Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend |
| Neck Colors | Standard – Natural with finished headstock |
| Tuning Machines | Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design |
| Truss Rod | Adjustable - no component or string removal |
| Neck Attachment | 5 bolts - perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets |
| Electronic Shielding | Chrome or black plated aluminum control cover (dependent on body color) |
| Controls | 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass |
| Switching | Single Pickup - N/A; Dual Pickup - 5-way lever pickup selector |
| Pickups | Standard - Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets; Optional - Dual Humbucking with Neodymium magnets |
| Left Handed | SHOP LEFTIES |
| Strings | 45w-65w-80w-100w (Super Slinky Bass #2834) |
