Music Man StingRay Special 5 HH Faded Vintage Sunburst
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A Reinvented Music Man Classic
Born in the 1970s, the StingRay defined the modern slap sound. The "Special" generation modernizes the icon with lightweight hardware, a roasted maple neck, and high-output neodymium pickups. In the 5-string HH configuration, it stands out as one of the flagship models in the range, combining the StingRay's signature tone with an extended palette.
Who and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to professional bassists, this StingRay 5 HH excels in funk, pop, rock, R&B, gospel, and modern metal. It responds equally well to fingerstyle, pick playing, or slap techniques, with a firm and clear low B string thanks to the 34" scale length.
The Sound
The neodymium humbuckers deliver massive lows, present mids, and bright highs while maintaining precise attack. The 18V active 3-band preamp offers a wide dynamic range and effective tone shaping without noise. The 5-position selector switch provides access to tones ranging from the famous StingRay punch to the rounder neck pickup sound, including perfectly balanced combinations ideal for studio work. The ash/roasted maple combination and stainless steel frets add projection, definition, and sustain.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
* Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Bass 5-string set (46w-65w-80w-100w-130w - item #2836), matching factory gauge. * Two quality 9V batteries to power the 18V preamp. * Wide, non-slip strap (universal compatibility) and a stable bass stand to protect the instrument between sessions.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Nbr of strings | 5 |
| Left handed | No | Color | Gradient |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Body Material | Ash | Frets | 22 - .047 x .104 - Stainless steel |
| Body Color | Faded Vintage Sunburst | Nut Material and Width | Melamine, compensated for precise intonation, 1-3/4" / 44.45 mm |
| Body Finish | High-gloss polyester | Hardware Color | Black |
| Scale Length | 34" / 863.6 mm | Bridge/Tailpiece | Black steel top-loaded Music Man vintage bridge plate with vintage black-plated steel saddles |
| Neck Material | Roasted maple | Knob Type | Knurled dome |
| Neck Color | Natural | Pickguard | Black |
| Neck Joint | 5-bolt sculpted | Tuners | Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design |
| Neck Profile | C | Electronics Type | Active |
| Neck Thickness at 1st Fret | 0.830" / 21.082 mm | Preamp | 3-band active preamp with 18 volts headroom |
| Neck Thickness at 12th Fret | 0.975" / 24.765 mm | Bridge Pickup | Neodymium humbucker |
| Truss Rod | Adjustable - no component or string removal required | Neck Pickup | Neodymium humbucker |
| Neck Finish | Gunstock oil and special hand-rubbed wax blend | Controls | Volume, treble, mid, bass knobs; 5-position pickup selector switch |
| Headstock Color/Finish | Natural | Output Type | Mono |
| Radius | 10" / 254 mm | Included Case | Mono case |
| Inlays | Dots | Factory Strings | 46w-65w-80w-100w-130w (Regular Slinky Bass #2836) |
| Side Markers | Dots | Country of Origin | USA |
| Fingerboard Finish | Gunstock oil and special hand-rubbed wax blend | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Music Man StingRay Special 5 HH use batteries?
The active 3-band preamp operates on 18 V and requires two 9 V batteries. This power supply provides a wide dynamic range for bass, mid, and treble adjustments.
What sound does the HH configuration with 5-position selector offer?
The two neodymium humbuckers deliver massive low end and precise attack. The 5-position selector allows for the StingRay punch, the rounder tone of the neck pickup, and various pickup combinations.
Is the low B string suitable for slap and modern styles?
The 34-inch (863.6 mm) scale length promotes a tight and clear low B string. This model is suitable for slap, fingerstyle, and pick playing in funk, pop, R&B, gospel, or modern metal genres.
What is the original string gauge installed?
The bass is equipped with an Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Bass 5 set, reference #2836, in 46-65-80-100-130. The strings are steel, and the vintage Music Man bridge is top-loaded.
Is the neck of this StingRay 5 designed to be durable?
The neck is made of roasted maple, featuring a C profile and a 10-inch (254 mm) radius. Its 22 stainless steel frets and adjustable truss rod without string removal facilitate maintenance adjustments. The sculpted 5-bolt neck joint completes this construction.
