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Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34 Poplar Burl Top Bass Dark Scarlet Burst Satin

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Overview

A bass with the iconic StingRay sound, feel and style.

The StingRay RAY34 bass brings together the legendary tone and playability that has made Music Man basses so coveted. With its roasted maple neck, 3-band active preamp and single humbucking pickup, the RAY34 delivers that unmistakable growl, articulation and versatility StingRays are cherished for. Available in three sparkling finish options or classic hues, the contoured RAY34 pops on stage while feeling fantastic in your hands.

Smooth Playability With a Roasted Maple Neck

The RAY34 bass features a roasted maple neck that provides stability and a smooth, fast playing feel. The roasting process enhances the wood at a molecular level, resulting in improved resonance and tighter midrange focus. Combined with its 9.5" radius and narrow 1.69" nut width, the RAY34 neck offers comfort and speed ideal for bassists who like to play fast. The rosewood fingerboard further augments sustain and richness. And with 21 medium frets, you'll have no problem sailing up and down the neck.

Shape Your Sound With the 3-Band Active Preamp

The 3-band active preamp on the RAY34 bass allows you to dial in a wide variety of tones, from vintage growl to modern punch. The bass and treble controls have a wide sweep, letting you go from a deep, thumping bottom end to a biting treble attack. The midrange control targets the frequencies that help the bass stand out in a mix so you can cut through without getting lost. Whether you want a classic Motown thump or an aggressive rock rumble, the RAY34 preamp puts tonal control at your fingertips.

The StingRay Tone With a Single Humbucker

The RAY34 gets its signature biting tone from a single alnico humbucking pickup placed close to the bridge. This pickup captures all the growl, snap and articulation the StingRay bass is famous for, while rejecting noise and hum. Combined with its 3-band preamp, the RAY34 pickup gives you the quintessential StingRay sound that can cut through any mix with clarity and authority. The RAY34 pickup carries on the Music Man legacy, inspiring you to play aggressively and attack each note.

Ergonomic Contoured Body With Rests

The RAY34 bass has a contoured, lightweight body designed with playing comfort in mind. Its forearm and thumb rests allow your hands to find the perfect position, reducing fatigue over long gigs. Weighing in at just 9 pounds, the RAY34 won't weigh you down, even when playing for hours. The sculpted body contours to your own, providing balance and facilitating movement up and down the neck. Whether you're anchoring the backline or roaming the stage, the RAY34 gives you the ergonomic design for peak performing.

Features

  • Roasted maple neck
  • 3-band active preamp
  • Single humbucking pickup
  • Poplar burl veneer top
  • Available in dark scarlet burst satin, neptune blue satin or trans black satin finish
  • 21 frets
  • 9.5" fingerboard radius
  • Sterling by Music Man bridge
  • Transparent pickguard
  • 34" scale length

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Specs

StingRay RAY34 Poplar Burl Top Bass Specifications:

Neck
  • Wood: Roasted maple
  • Radius: 9.5"
  • Width: 1.69" at nut
  • Neck attachment: 6 bolts
  • Scale length: 34"
  • Truss rod: Single-action
Pickups
  • Configuration: H-1
  • Type: Ceramic humbucker
  • Controls: 3-band active preamp
  • Switching:
Fretboard
  • Material: Rosewood
  • Fret size: Medium
  • Number of frets: 21
  • Fret markers: White dot markers
  • Pickguard: Transparent
Body
  • Body wood: Nyatoh or mahogany
  • Top wood: Poplar burl veneer
Hardware
  • Bridge: Fixed bridge
  • Tuning machines: Open gear
Other
  • Strings: 4
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Case: Sold separately
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