STERLING BY MUSIC MAN Dark Ray Stingray W/ Darkglass Electronics
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Sterling Guitars
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A StingRay Reimagined with Darkglass DNA
With the DarkRay, Sterling by Music Man offers a decidedly modern take on the StingRay concept: an instrument designed to hold a central place in the mix while featuring performance-oriented electronics. The collaboration with Darkglass Electronics emphasizes an immediately usable sound, from punchy clean tones to modern-style saturations, directly from the bass.
For Which Bassist and Styles
This bass is especially aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists who want to switch from clean sound to saturation without changing their setup. Ideal for rock, metal, punk, and contemporary music requiring a solid low end and sharp attack, it also suits cleaner contexts thanks to the "Clean" mode and active EQ.
The Sound
The heart of the DarkRay is its Darkglass 2-band active preamp paired with an onboard saturation section. In "Clean" mode, you get a precise and dynamic response, with firm bass and treble that add presence. The "Alpha" and "Omega" modes open up a more aggressive range: distortion can remain defined for articulated lines or shift to a denser fuzz, depending on your settings. The gain and blend controls let you dial in the amount of saturation while preserving the attack of the original signal, handy for maintaining clarity even on chords or fast playing. The mahogany body provides a warm and substantial foundation, while the maple neck and ebony fingerboard promote a crisp attack and excellent definition.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
For immediate use, plan on a good quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable (essential to exploit the active preamp) and a standard strap for standing play.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | H | Nbrs of frets | 21 |
| Category | Other | Scalloped | Double |
| Format | Sterling | Body | Mahogany, Nyatoh |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Sterling |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Active |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Electroacoustic | No |
| Top | Nyatoh | Color | Black |
| Neck | Maple | Finishing | Gold |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Hardware | Black |
| Number of frets | 21 | Controls | volume, treble, bass, gain, blend |
| Number of strings | 4 | Design | LED ring mode indicator |
| Modes | "Clean," "Alpha," "Omega" (3-position selector) | ||
Questions frequently asked
What sounds do the Clean, Alpha, and Omega modes offer?
The 3-position switch provides access to Clean mode, as well as Alpha and Omega modes focused on saturation. The gain and blend controls allow adjusting the distortion while retaining part of the original signal.
Is the Sterling by Music Man Dark Ray suitable for metal and rock?
This 4-string bass is designed for rock, metal, punk, and contemporary music styles that require a sharp attack. Its active Darkglass 2-band preamp and built-in saturation section support defined lines in these contexts.
What woods are used for the body and neck?
The body combines mahogany and nyatoh, with a nyatoh top. The neck is made of maple and features an ebony fingerboard, a combination intended to promote a crisp attack and definition.
How many frets does this bass have and is access to the high notes facilitated?
The 21 frets are installed on a double cutaway neck, which facilitates access to the higher positions.
What accessories are needed to use this active bass?
A 6.35 mm instrument jack cable is required to connect to an amplifier or interface. A standard strap is recommended for playing standing up. The active electronics include volume, bass, treble, gain, and blend controls.
