STERLING BY MUSIC MAN Intro Series Stingray Ray2 Black
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Essential Information About the Intro Series StingRay RAY2 Black Bass
- StingRay Look and black glossy finish for immediate stage presence.
- Ceramic Humbucker Pickup in bridge position: sharp attack, solid lows, and mids that cut through the mix.
- Simple and effective passive electronics: 1 volume and 1 tone control for straightforward use.
- Modern comfort: bolt-on maple neck, 21 Medium Jumbo frets, and a maple fingerboard for fast playability.
An Accessible StingRay Focused on the Essentials
With its StingRay format and minimalist configuration, the Intro Series StingRay RAY2 focuses on what makes a modern bass effective: direct playability, powerful sound, and timeless aesthetics. This no-nonsense approach makes it a relevant choice for equipping yourself with a bass that has a strong character without unnecessary complexity.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
The RAY2 is especially aimed at beginners who want a reliable and expressive bass, as well as intermediate players looking for an instrument that is simple to set up and use both in rehearsals and on stage. Its bridge-position humbucker is well suited for rock, pop, punk, funk (played with pick or fingers), and any context where a clear and punchy bass sound is desired.
Sound Characteristics
The combination of a poplar body and bolt-on maple neck provides a fairly balanced response, with a clear attack and good definition. The Ceramic Humbucker pickup delivers ample output and strong dynamics: firm lows, present mids, and a precise high end, ideal for "locking in" the rhythm. Thanks to the tone control, you can easily switch from a snappy, modern sound to a rounder, softer tone while retaining the incisive character typical of a bridge-position humbucker.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To stay as close as possible to the original feel, opt for a 4-string long scale bass string set with gauges 45-105. A standard bass strap will also be suitable for playing standing up.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | H | Original Strings | 45-105 |
| Category | Other | Scalloped | Double |
| Format | Stingray | Body | Poplar |
| Left handed | No | Types of frets | Medium Jumbo |
| Strings | Steel | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Nbre of pickups | 1 |
| Top | Poplar | Bridge pickup | Ceramic Humbucker |
| Neck | Maple, Screwed | Electronics | Passive |
| Radius | 240 mm | Settings | 1 x volume and 1 x tone |
| Nut Width | 38 mm | Electroacoustic | No |
| Fingerboard | Maple | Color | Black |
| Nbrs of frets | 21 | Colours | Black |
| Scale (mm) | 864 mm | Finishing | Glossy |
| Tuning pegs | Open | Hardware | Chromed |
| Finish | Glossy | Tuners | Open gear |
| Scale Length | 34" / 864 mm | Number of Pickups | 1 |
| Number of Frets | 21 | Controls | 1 x Volume and 1 x Tone |
| Fret Type | Medium Jumbo | Number of Strings | 4 |
| Bridge/Saddle | Fixed | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sterling by Music Man Intro Series Stingray Ray2 Black suitable for beginners?
This model combines a bolt-on maple neck with a 38 mm nut width, offering an immediate comfortable grip. Its passive electronics include only a volume and a tone control, simplifying adjustments. The single humbucker pickup configuration is suitable for learning the basics.
What sound does the Ray2's humbucker pickup produce?
The Ceramic Humbucker pickup placed at the bridge delivers tight lows and present mids. The tone control softens the highs to produce a rounder sound while maintaining a defined attack.
Is the Ray2 suitable for funk and rock?
Its H configuration with a bridge humbucker is suitable for rock, pop, punk, and funk rhythmic playing. The ceramic pickup's attack remains clear whether playing fingerstyle or with a pick.
What is the scale length of this StingRay 4-string bass?
The scale length is 34 inches, or 864 mm, which is a long scale format. The bass originally comes with steel strings in 45-105 gauge.
Which strings should be chosen to replace the Ray2's originals?
A set of 4-string long scale bass strings in 45-105 gauge matches the original tension. The fixed bridge and open tuners are compatible with this setup.
