Music Man Stingray 5 H Special P.B.Burst
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Music Man
Stingray 5 H Special P.B.Burst
Product Info
Article Number:
589574
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
Stingray 5 H Special P.B.Burst
Category:
Premium Basses
Price:
$3,188.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Stingray 5 H Special is a powerhouse – the roasted maple neck and active preamp give it a modern, responsive feel and a huge sound. It's a premium instrument perfect for players in funk, rock, or any genre needing a tight, defined low-end with serious punch. The P.B.Burst finish is a real beauty too, making it a stage presence all its own.
Product Description
- Music Man Stingray 5 H Special P.B.Burst
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Selected hardwood
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Fingerboard radius: 11"
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 44.45 mm (1.75")
- 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 black pickguard
- Music Man steel bridge with nickel-plated steel saddles
- Music Man Custom machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Pacific Blue Burst
- Includes Mono case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Music Man humbucker delivers a powerful, articulate low-end presence.
- • Active preamp provides precise tonal shaping with a wide dynamic range.
- • Solid construction and premium hardware ensure long-term reliability and feel.
CONS
- • The weight, typical of 5-string basses, can be fatiguing during long gigs.
- • Rosewood fingerboard might not appeal to players preferring a brighter feel.
- • The active electronics require a power source, adding a potential point of failure.
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Key Features
Body Material
Selected hardwood (likely Ash or Alder, typical for Stingrays)
Neck Material
Roasted maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
1 Music Man neodymium humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
22 Stainless steel
Strings
5-string set (likely Music Man branded)
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg), typical for a 5-string with hardware
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Frequently Asked Questions
The humbucker offers a thicker, more aggressive tone with more output than the standard single coils, broadening its versatility for heavier styles.
Yes, the neck has a satin finish, providing a smooth and fast playing experience without being overly glossy.
The preamp boosts the signal, allowing for greater tonal control and a more powerful stage presence, but it does require batteries to operate.
