Music Man Sterling StingRay Ray35 Blue Sparkle Roasted Maple Fingerboard

What we say:

At A Glance

The Music Man Sterling StingRay Ray35 finished in Blue Sparkle, takes an iconic bass and gives it a fresh modern spin. With the classic open coil humbucker, this bass still delivers the thunderous tone that the StingRay is known for but with modern flare and feel. The roasted maple neck keeps things stable and feels great under the hand, making this bass very reliable for touring. Of course, we can't get past that fantastic sparkle finish either!

Features We Love:

Roasted Maple Neck

With a roasted maple neck you still get that classic snap of maple but with a few more benefits. This maple has been dried in a kiln to very specific temperatures that reduce the moisture content in the wood. This results in a more stable wood that is less susceptible to movement in changing climates. This keeps your bass playing its best for longer and is a great feature for touring players. The roasting process also gives the a lovely caramel colour!

Stingray Humbucker

It wouldn't be a StingRay without that classic open coil humbucker in the bridge. Designed with alnico magnets to retain warmth, this pickup can easily belt out a thick tone. Make no mistake though, this bass still has plenty of tonal options with its 3-band active preamp.

Sparkle Finish

There's simply no getting away from this finish. It shines with confidence that will definitely have you turning heads. As if this bass wasn't loud enough already this sparkle finish is the perfect way to round off this modern take on a classic design.

Who Is It For?

Any player looking for a modern update to the StingRay design. Those who value stability and reliability will also love this bass thanks to its roasted maple neck.

Highlights:

• Modern look, classic design
• Fantastic sparkle finish
• Single pickup, with a versatile EQ, and switching
• Roasted maple neck