STERLING BY MUSIC MAN Bongo Stealth Black

Essential Information About the Bongo Stealth Black Bass

• Futuristic "Bongo" look with a satin Stealth Black finish: a 4-string electric bass that embraces its modern character.


• Immediate comfort thanks to the roasted maple bolt-on neck and smooth access to 24 frets, ideal for fast playing and high registers.


• Versatile active electronics: 2 ceramic humbuckers, 2-band EQ, and Blend control for precise mixing of the two pickups.


• Long Scale format with a 34" / 864 mm scale length: sharp attack, solid lows, and note sustain.

An Iconic Design Adapted for a More Accessible Approach

The Bongo Stealth Black adopts the aesthetic codes of the Bongo design: contemporary lines, well-balanced, and ergonomics designed for long playing without fatigue. This Sterling range version retains the "stage and studio" spirit of the concept, with a satin black finish that highlights its ultra-modern identity while remaining understated under the lights.

For Which Bassists and Styles?

This bass is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a 4-string active instrument capable of shifting from a round, deep tone to a sharper attack. It is also suitable for demanding beginners looking for a comfortable and evolving instrument. Its natural playground includes rock, funk, pop, metal, and contemporary music, where its definition and presence in the mix make a difference.

The Sound

The two ceramic humbuckers provide a generous output level, firm lows, and excellent clarity even with aggressive picking. The active electronics with 2-band EQ allow quick adjustment of the low-end foundation and high-end brightness, while the Blend control balances the warmth of the neck pickup with the bite of the bridge pickup. The mahogany body promotes a warm response and pleasant sustain, the roasted maple neck enhances attack and stability, and the rosewood fingerboard softens the upper spectrum for a balanced and contemporary sound.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

Long Scale string set identical to the original: Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky 45-100, perfectly suited for the 34" scale length. For everyday use, a clip-on chromatic tuner (universal compatibility) and a standard bass strap (width 5 to 8 cm) ideally complement the instrument for rehearsals and stage performances.

Technical specifications

Category	Other	Original Strings	Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky
Format	Bongo	Body	Mahogany
Nbr of strings	4	Nbre of pickups	2
Neck	Screwed Roasted Maple	Neck Pickup	Ceramic Humbucker
Radius	305 mm	Bridge pickup	Ceramic Humbucker
Nut Width	41 mm	Electronics	Active
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Settings	Volume, 2-band equalization, Blend
Nbrs of frets	24	Color	Black
Scale (mm)	864 mm	Finishing	Satin
Tuning pegs	Open

Finish	satin	Pickup configuration	2 ceramic humbuckers (neck and bridge)
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Controls	Volume, 2-band EQ, Blend
Number of frets	24	Number of strings	4
Tuners	open gear	Number of pickups	2