STERLING BY MUSIC MAN Electric Bass Stingray 34 Hh Daphne Blue
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Essential Information About the Stingray 34 HH Daphne Blue Electric Bass
- Two Alnico Humbuckers (HH) for a range from modern punch to rounder tones, with a good level reserve.
- Active electronics with 3-band EQ: attack, bass, and treble can be quickly shaped, ideal for rehearsals and stage performance.
- 3-piece roasted maple bolt-on neck (5-point attachment): stability, crisp response, and daily playing comfort.
- Long 34" / 864 mm scale length: balanced tension, solid bass definition, and a "modern bass" feel.
An Interpretation of the Stingray Format: Bold Look, Immediate Efficiency
With its Stingray format, double cutaway, and glossy Daphne Blue finish, this model emphasizes a strong visual identity and ergonomics designed for contemporary playing. The HH configuration and active electronics make it a performance-oriented bass: direct, clear in the mix, and easy to adjust according to the amp or style.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
This 4-string bass is especially suited for intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a versatile instrument capable of delivering in a band setting without struggling with the sound. It excels in rock, pop, funk, metal, and gospel: the 3-band EQ and 3-position selector allow switching from a snappy, percussive sound to a thicker foundation, while maintaining precision in the low end.
Sound Characteristics
The mahogany body provides a warm foundation, with present low-mids and a dense feel under the fingers. The roasted maple neck and fingerboard enhance definition and attack, useful for fast passages, slap, or lines that need to remain clear. The two Alnico humbuckers deliver a robust level and consistent tone; combined with the active electronics and 3-band EQ, they offer a wide adjustment range to adapt the bass to fingerstyle, pick, or more aggressive techniques, with well-sustained notes on the long scale.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original string gauge and feel, you can use the same set of strings: Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH |
| Category | 4-string bass |
| Format | Stingray |
| Left handed | No |
| Strings | Steel |
| Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Top | Mahogany |
| Neck | Roasted maple 3 pieces screwed 5 points |
| Radius | 240 mm |
| Nut Width | 43 mm |
| Fingerboard | Roasted maple |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 |
| Scale (mm) | 864 mm |
| Tuning pegs | Open nickel finish |
| Original Strings | Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky |
| Scalloped | Double |
| Body | Mahogany |
| Types of frets | Medium Jumbo |
| Bridge / tailpiece | Sterling |
| Nbre of pickups | 2 |
| Neck Pickup | Alnico Humbucker |
| Bridge pickup | Alnico Humbucker |
| Electronics | Active |
| Selector | 3-position |
| Settings | 3-band equalization |
| Headstock | Roasted Maple |
| Electroacoustic | No |
| Color | Blue |
| Finishing | Gloss varnish |
| Hardware | Chromed |
| Cutaway | Double |
| Finish | Glossy lacquer |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm |
| Number of frets | 21 |
| Fret type | Medium Jumbo |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | Sterling |
| Tuners | Open gear, nickel finish |
| Number of pickups | 2 |
| Controls | 3-band EQ |
| Selector switch | 3-position |
| Number of strings | 4 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sterling by Music Man Stingray 34 HH Daphne Blue suitable for funk and rock?
The HH configuration combines two Alnico humbuckers with a 3-band active EQ. The 3-way selector allows adjustment between a percussive attack and a denser low-end response. The mahogany body provides present low-mids.
What is the scale length of this 4-string Stingray bass?
The long scale length is 34 inches, or 864 mm. This length is paired with 21 Medium Jumbo frets and a 5-bolt neck.
What electronic controls are available?
The active electronics feature a 3-band equalizer and a 3-way selector for the two Alnico humbuckers.
Is the Stingray 34 HH suitable for slap playing?
The roasted maple neck and fingerboard enhance definition and attack sought after for slap technique. The 240 mm radius and 43 mm nut width provide 4-string bass ergonomics.
Which strings should be used on this bass?
The original setup uses Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky steel strings. This set maintains the original gauge and feel.
