Music Man Dark Ray Starry Night
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Music Man
Dark Ray Starry Night
Product Info
Article Number:
544931
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
Dark Ray Starry Night
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$3,848.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Dark Ray Starry Night is a serious contender for modern bassists craving aggressive tones and a premium feel. The Darkglass preamp gives you a massive range of distortion options, while the roasted maple neck ensures excellent playability. It's a high-end instrument best suited for rock, metal, and progressive genres where articulation and a powerful low-end are essential.
Product Description
- Music Man Dark Ray Starry Night
- Electric Bass
- Body: Selected hardwood
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fretboard: Ebony
- 22 Stainless steel jumbo frets
- Nut width: 42.9 mm
- Scale length: 864 mm
- Fretboard radius: 279 mm
- Pickup: Neodymium humbucker (bridge)
- Electronics: Custom Darkglass 2-band active preamp with 2 different distortion circuits (Alpha and Omega)
- Controls: Volume
- Gain
- Blend
- Treble
- Bass
- Switch: 3-way distortion selector: preamp only
- preamp+alpha distortion
- preamp+omega distortion
- Black hardware
- Strings: Super Slinky Bass #2834 45w-65w-80w-100w
- Colour: Starry Night
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, modern feel.
- • Darkglass preamp delivers incredibly versatile and aggressive tonal shaping options.
- • Ebony fretboard offers a snappy response and luxurious playing experience.
- • Neodymium humbucker provides a powerful, articulate low-end with excellent clarity.
CONS
- • Starry Night finish, while striking, might not appeal to players seeking a more understated look.
- • The weight, typical of hardwood basses, can be a factor for extended playing sessions.
- • Darkglass preamp’s aggressive distortion might limit its appeal for purely clean or vintage tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Selected hardwood (likely Ash or Swamp Ash)
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Custom Neodymium Humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34 inches)
Frets
22 Stainless Steel Jumbo
Strings
Super Slinky Bass #2834 (45w-65w-80w-100w)
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alpha is a more subtle, modern overdrive, while Omega delivers a thicker, more saturated distortion with a vintage vibe.
Yes, it has a thin satin finish that allows the wood's natural feel to shine through; it’s not a thick, glossy coating.
The Dark Ray offers a more modern, aggressive tone profile and preamp versatility compared to the more classic StingRay sound, catering to a broader range of contemporary genres.
