The Story
The StingRay Special bass guitar has a rich history dating back to 1976. It was the first production four string bass to feature onboard active equalization, and today it's still considered one of the most iconic basses in the industry. With its solid construction, oval pickguard, 3+1 tuning key configuration, and signature Music Man humbucker, this instrument offers unmatched sound, feel, and style.
| Model | StingRay Special |
| Size | 13-1/2" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 44-7/8" long (34.3 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 114.0 cm long) |
| Body Wood | Select Hardwoods |
| Body Finish | High gloss polyester (Except Black Rock - Matte) |
| Bridge | Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles |
| Scale Length | 34" (86.4 cm) |
| Neck Radius | 11" (27.9 cm) |
| Headstock Size | Only 8-3/4" (22.2 cm) long |
| Frets | 22 - High profile, wide, Stainless Steel |
| Neck Width | 1-11/16" (42.86 mm) at nut 2-1/2" (63.5 mm) at last fret |
| Neck Wood | Select roasted maple neck |
| Fingerboard | Fretted - Maple, Rosewood, or Ebony (dependent on body color) |
| Neck Finish | Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend |
| Neck Colors | Standard – Natural with finished headstock |
| Tuning Machines | Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design |
| Truss Rod | Adjustable - no component or string removal |
| Neck Attachment | 5 bolts - perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets |
| Electronic Shielding | Chrome or black plated aluminum control cover (dependent on body color) |
| Controls | 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass |
| Switching | Single Pickup - N/A; Dual Pickup - 5-way lever pickup selector |
| Pickups | Standard - Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets; Optional - Dual Humbucking with Neodymium magnets |
| Left Handed | SHOP LEFTIES |
| Strings | 45w-65w-80w-100w (Super Slinky Bass #2834) |
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
The StingRay Special bass guitar has a rich history dating back to 1976. It was the first production four string bass to feature onboard active equalization, and today it's still considered one of the most iconic basses in the industry. With its solid construction, oval pickguard, 3+1 tuning key configuration, and signature Music Man humbucker, this instrument offers unmatched sound, feel, and style.
| Model | StingRay Special |
| Size | 13-1/2" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 44-7/8" long (34.3 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 114.0 cm long) |
| Body Wood | Select Hardwoods |
| Body Finish | High gloss polyester (Except Black Rock - Matte) |
| Bridge | Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles |
| Scale Length | 34" (86.4 cm) |
| Neck Radius | 11" (27.9 cm) |
| Headstock Size | Only 8-3/4" (22.2 cm) long |
| Frets | 22 - High profile, wide, Stainless Steel |
| Neck Width | 1-11/16" (42.86 mm) at nut 2-1/2" (63.5 mm) at last fret |
| Neck Wood | Select roasted maple neck |
| Fingerboard | Fretted - Maple, Rosewood, or Ebony (dependent on body color) |
| Neck Finish | Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend |
| Neck Colors | Standard – Natural with finished headstock |
| Tuning Machines | Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design |
| Truss Rod | Adjustable - no component or string removal |
| Neck Attachment | 5 bolts - perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets |
| Electronic Shielding | Chrome or black plated aluminum control cover (dependent on body color) |
| Controls | 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass |
| Switching | Single Pickup - N/A; Dual Pickup - 5-way lever pickup selector |
| Pickups | Standard - Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets; Optional - Dual Humbucking with Neodymium magnets |
| Left Handed | SHOP LEFTIES |
| Strings | 45w-65w-80w-100w (Super Slinky Bass #2834) |
