{"product_id":"music-man-short-scale-stingray-midnight-confetti-436431","title":"Short Scale StingRay Midnight Confetti","description":"\u003ch3\u003eEssential Information About the Short Scale StingRay Bass - Midnight Confetti\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30\" \/ 762 mm short scale format\u003c\/strong\u003e: shorter fret spacing for easier playability without losing the StingRay DNA.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePassive StingRay neodymium humbucker pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e: crisp attack, round and \"thumpy\" low end, with excellent output level.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3-position rotary selector switch\u003c\/strong\u003e (parallel, single coil, series): three instantly usable tonal characters.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium comfort and durability\u003c\/strong\u003e: roasted maple neck, 22 stainless steel frets, lightweight tuners, refined finish, and included Mono case.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe StingRay in short scale: a modern take on a Music Man classic\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe StingRay is one of the most recognizable basses in modern music history, famous for its punch, mix presence, and instantly identifiable tone. With this \u003cstrong\u003eShort Scale StingRay\u003c\/strong\u003e, Music Man retains the model's personality while making it more accessible and compact: the same \"modern classic\" spirit, but in an instrument with a \u003cstrong\u003ereduced scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e and very natural feel. The \u003cstrong\u003eMidnight Confetti\u003c\/strong\u003e finish adds a bold stage presence, while the craftsmanship and hardware remain true to the brand's high standards for instruments made in the USA.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA bass designed for comfort, stage, and studio\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThanks to its \u003cstrong\u003e30\" \/ 762 mm scale length\u003c\/strong\u003e, this StingRay appeals both to bassists seeking an easier daily instrument and to those looking for a softer touch and \"compact\" feel. Smaller hands, guitarists switching to bass, or musicians playing long sets will appreciate the \u003cstrong\u003ereduced string spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e and immediate playability. Style-wise, it excels wherever \u003cstrong\u003egroove\u003c\/strong\u003e and a solid foundation are needed: rock, pop, funk, soul, indie, electro, RnB, blues. Its \u003cstrong\u003epassive\u003c\/strong\u003e electronics also make it very studio-friendly, with a simple direct signal to process and natural dynamics.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA warm and powerful StingRay tone with three instant voices\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe core sound of this model is based on a \u003cstrong\u003eStingRay neodymium humbucker pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e, specifically adapted for the short scale format. The neodymium magnets provide a \u003cstrong\u003efast response\u003c\/strong\u003e and generous output level while maintaining a well-controlled low end and mids that \"cut\" easily in the mix. Since the bass is \u003cstrong\u003epassive\u003c\/strong\u003e, right-hand attack remains crucial: the harder you play, the more the bass responds, delivering that highly sought-after organic feel.\u003cbr \/\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e3-position rotary selector\u003c\/strong\u003e is a real musical asset. In \u003cstrong\u003eparallel\u003c\/strong\u003e, you get a balanced, clear, and articulate sound, ideal for precise lines and parts that need space to breathe. In \u003cstrong\u003esingle coil\u003c\/strong\u003e, the bass gains definition and \"grain,\" perfect for finer parts, vintage grooves, or arrangements with limited sonic space. In \u003cstrong\u003eseries\u003c\/strong\u003e, the pickup becomes thicker and more powerful, with a chunky, percussive edge that reinforces riffs and strong fundamentals. 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