Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot
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Music Man
Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot
Product Info
Article Number:
589242
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$3,188.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot is a powerhouse—the roasted maple neck feels incredible, and that single humbucker with the active preamp delivers a seriously modern, punchy tone. It's ideal for players needing a defined, articulate bass sound in rock, funk, or modern pop, and who appreciate top-tier build quality.
Product Description
- Music Man Stingray 4 H Special Jackpot
- Electric Bass
- Body: Selected hardwood
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard inlays: Dots
- Fingerboard radius: 11"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 41.3 mm (1.63")
- 22 Stainless steel frets
- Pickup: 1 Music Man humbucker with neodymium magnets
- Electronics: active 3-band 18 volt preamplifier
- Controls: Master Volume
- Treble
- Bass
- 3-Ply white pickguard
- Music Man steel bridge with steel saddles
- Music Man Custom machine heads
- Gold hardware
- Colour: Jackpot
- Includes mono case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Music Man humbucker delivers a focused, articulate tone with excellent clarity.
- • Active preamp provides broad tonal shaping and a powerful, defined low-end.
- • USA build quality ensures meticulous craftsmanship and long-term reliability.
CONS
- • The active electronics require a power source, limiting passive tonal options.
- • The 'Jackpot' finish, while striking, might not appeal to all players.
- • It's a premium-priced instrument, a significant investment for many bassists.
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Key Features
Body Material
Selected hardwood (likely ash or alder, common for Stingrays)
Neck Material
Roasted maple
Fingerboard
Roasted maple
Pickups
1 Music Man neodymium humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
22 stainless steel
Strings
Typically Music Man SR105 or similar, nickel-plated steel
Weight
Approximately 9.5 - 11 lbs (4.3 - 5 kg), varies by wood density
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Jackpot finish is primarily cosmetic; it's a thick, glossy coating that shouldn't significantly impact the bass's sonic character.
The 3-band EQ is fairly straightforward; it offers broad shaping capabilities without being overly complex, allowing for versatile tone adjustments.
The 'Special' designation denotes upgraded features like the roasted maple neck and fretboard, and often a higher grade of hardwood for the body, resulting in a more refined playing experience.
