Music Man Stingray 5 Sp H MN Frost Green
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Music Man
Stingray 5 Sp H MN Frost Green
Product Info
Article Number:
525204
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
Stingray 5 Sp H MN Frost Green
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$3,958.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Stingray 5 Sp H is a serious instrument—a powerhouse for modern music and a fantastic option for players wanting that signature Music Man tone. The roasted maple neck makes it a joy to play, and the active preamp gives you a huge sonic palette. It's ideal for bassists in funk, rock, and progressive bands who demand both clarity and aggressive low-end.
Product Description
- Music Man Stingray 5 Sp H MN Frost Green
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: selected hardwood
- 5-Bolt neck: Roasted maple
- Fretboard: Maple
- Dot fretboard inlays
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Fretboard radius: 11"
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Graphite nut
- 22 Stainless steel frets
- Black pickguard
- Pickup: 1 Music Man humbucker with neodymium magnets
- Electronics: active 3-band 18 volt preamp
- Controls for Master Volume
- Treble
- Bass
- Music Man steel bridge with nickel-plated steel saddles
- Music Man custom machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Frost Green Pearl
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel.
- • Music Man humbucker delivers a powerful, articulate low-end with excellent clarity.
- • Active 3-band preamp provides precise tonal shaping and a wide range of sounds.
- • 5-bolt neck joint maximizes sustain and provides a comfortable playing experience.
CONS
- • The Frost Green Pearl finish, while stunning, can be a fingerprint magnet.
- • The weight, typical of a 5-string, might be fatiguing for extended playing sessions.
- • Active electronics require a power source, limiting passive tonal options.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Selected hardwood (likely Ash or Swamp Ash)
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
1 Music Man Neodymium Humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
22 Stainless Steel
Strings
5-String (likely .045-.130 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 11-13 lbs (4.5-5.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The humbucker offers a thicker, more aggressive tone with a broader frequency response, particularly in the lower mids, compared to the traditional single-coil.
Yes, it’s finished with a satin lacquer; it provides a very smooth and fast playing experience, feeling slightly less sticky than a gloss finish.
While active preamps use power, the Stingray’s design is efficient; expect around 8-10 hours of playing time on a standard 9-volt battery.
