STERLING BY MUSIC MAN Stingray Ray34, Seafoam Sparkle

A Classic Revisited in the Sterling by Music Man Range

The RAY34 follows the great tradition of basses with a strong character, popularized for their precision and impact in the mix. Within the Sterling by Music Man line, it retains the essential StingRay features: a large humbucker in the bridge position, active electronics, and ergonomics designed to withstand rehearsals and gigs. The result: a 4-string bass with a muscular temperament, designed to deliver a present, dynamic, and extremely clear sound.

For Which Bassist and Styles

This RAY34 primarily targets intermediate to advanced bassists who want a clear attack, quick response, and an instrument comfortable both live and in the studio. It excels in funk (precise slap), rock (biting mids), pop, and disco (tight groove), while remaining versatile enough to cover modern styles with pick or fingerstyle. The roasted maple bolt-on neck enhances the feeling of control and consistency, even during long sessions.

Sound

The Alnico humbucker positioned near the bridge delivers the typical blend of firm lows, projected mids, and sculpted highs, perfect for standing out in a dense mix. The active electronics with 3-band EQ allow quick tonal adjustments: more snap for slap, scooped mids for a modern, wide sound, or increased lows to thicken the rhythmic foundation without losing definition. The nyatoh body contributes to a warm response and comfortable sustain, while the 34" / 864 mm scale length and bridge enhance attack precision and note sustain.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain expected tension and response on this scale length, choose a long scale 34" / 864 mm bass string set, such as the Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky (the original strings reference). If you travel frequently, a hard case for long scale 34" / 864 mm electric bass can complement transport protection.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	H	Cover/case	Gigbag
Category	Other	Scalloped	Double
Format	Stingray	Body	Nyatoh
Left handed	No	Types of frets	Medium Jumbo
Strings	Steel	Bridge / tailpiece	Sterling
Nbr of strings	4	Nbre of pickups	1
Top	Nyatoh	Bridge pickup	Alnico Humbucker
Neck	Screwed Roasted Maple	Electronics	Active
Radius	240 mm	Settings	3-band equalization
Nut Width	43 mm	Electroacoustic	No
Fingerboard	Roasted maple	Color	Green
Nbrs of frets	21	Colours	Seafoam Sparkle
Scale (mm)	864 mm	Finishing	Glossy
Tuning pegs	Open	Hardware	Chromed
Original Strings	Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky

Finish	Glossy	Bridge/saddle	Sterling
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Number of pickups	1
Number of frets	21	Controls	3-band EQ
Fret type	Medium Jumbo	Number of strings	4
Tuners	Open gear	Bag/case	Gigbag