Music Man DarkRay 5 Silverburst

Essential Information About the DarkRay 5 Silverburst Bass

• Integrated Darkglass Electronics with a 2-band active preamp and two distortion circuits "Alpha" and "Omega" for textures ranging from precise clean to massive drive.


• Neodymium Humbucker in bridge position, sharp attack and huge headroom, ideal for cutting through the mix.


• Premium Comfort: roasted maple neck, ebony fingerboard, 22 stainless steel frets, and headstock matching the Silverburst finish.


• Stage-Ready: black hardware, solid "top-loaded" bridge, and included Mono Softshell gig bag.

A Collaboration Tailored for the Modern Era

Born from the alliance between Music Man's expertise and Darkglass's sonic DNA, the DarkRay 5 pushes the concept of contemporary active bass further. It retains the ergonomics and build quality that have made the brand renowned while adding onboard saturation capabilities designed for today's stages and demanding studios.

Who Is It For and What Styles?

Designed for intermediate to professional bassists, the DarkRay 5 excels in modern rock, metal, prog, and current pop. The low B of the 5-string adds weight without sacrificing definition. In clean mode, the 2-band preamp delivers a snappy slap and precise funk grooves; with "Alpha"/"Omega," you get gritty textures perfectly controllable from the instrument.

The Sound

The dual neodymium magnet pickup offers a wide spectrum, fast attack, and generous sustain. The 2-band active preamp effectively sculpts lows and highs, while volume, gain, and blend controls allow you to balance the clean/saturated mix and the intensity of the "Alpha" and "Omega" circuits. The ash body provides punch and projection, the roasted maple neck stabilizes for a lively response, and the ebony adds snap and precision across the entire fretboard.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To preserve the original tone and tension, opt for a 5-string long scale 34" string set with gauges 45-130, such as the Regular Slinky Bass 5 (reference #2836), perfectly compatible with this DarkRay 5.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	5
Strings	Steel	Color	Grey

Type	Solid body electric bass	Neck finish	Hand-applied "gunstock" oil and wax blend
Construction	Solid body	Radius	11" / 279 mm
Wood	Ash	Frets	22 stainless steel frets
Finish	High Gloss polyester	Inlays	White dots (face and side)
Headstock	Matching body	Fingerboard finish	"Gunstock" oil and special wax
Material	Roasted maple	Nut	Melamine
Joint	5-bolt neck	Nut width	1.75" / 44.5 mm
Profile	C	Bridge	Music Man vintage, top-loaded, steel plate and steel saddles
Thickness at 1st fret	0.830" / 21.1 mm	Tuners	Lightweight Music Man, tapered shafts, ergonomic clover buttons
Thickness at 12th fret	0.975" / 24.8 mm	Knobs	Dome style
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Pickguard	Black
Truss rod	Adjustable without removing components or strings