Music Man Stingray 5 Special Raspberry
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Music Man
Stingray 5 Special Raspberry
Product Info
Article Number:
531863
Brand:
Music Man
Model:
Stingray 5 Special Raspberry
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$3,958.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Stingray 5 Special Raspberry is a powerhouse – a real statement instrument. The roasted maple neck and ebony board make it a joy to play, while those classic Music Man pickups and active EQ deliver a seriously versatile and powerful tone. This is a top-tier bass perfect for the gigging musician or studio player seeking a refined and impactful low-end.
Product Description
- Music Man Stingray 5 Special Raspberry
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: selected hardwood
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Fretboard inlays: Dots
- Fretboard radius: 279 mm
- Nut: Graphite
- Nut width: 44.5 mm
- Scale: 864 mm
- 22 Stainless steel frets
- Pickup: Music Man humbucker with neodymium magnets
- 18 V Electronics: active preamp with 3-band EQ
- Controls: Master volume
- treble
- bass
- Black pickguard
- Bridge: Music Man
- Machine heads: Music Man
- Black hardware
- Colour: Raspberry Burst
- Incl. a case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and a silky smooth feel.
- • Music Man humbuckers deliver a powerful, articulate tone with excellent clarity.
- • Ebony fretboard provides a snappy response and refined upper-midrange attack.
- • Active preamp with 3-band EQ allows for precise tonal shaping and stage-ready volume.
CONS
- • The substantial hardware and 5-string design contribute to a relatively heavy bass.
- • The Raspberry Burst finish, while striking, may not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.
- • The high-end price point places it out of reach for many aspiring bassists.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Selected hardwood (likely ash or alder, typical for Stingrays)
Neck Material
Roasted maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Music Man neodymium humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (approximately 34 in)
Frets
22 stainless steel
Strings
5-string bass strings (likely .045-.125)
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The active preamp provides significantly more output and tonal shaping options, allowing for greater control over EQ and a more consistent sound across different amps and environments.
Yes, roasting stabilizes the wood, reducing warping and improving resonance, resulting in a more consistent feel and a brighter, more articulate tone compared to standard maple.
The finish itself doesn't directly affect the tone; it's the wood beneath that matters. However, a thicker finish *could* slightly dampen resonance, but Music Man’s finishes are typically thin and transparent.
