Sterling by Music Man Pete Wentz Signature Bass FR
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Sterling by Music Man
Pete Wentz Signature Bass FR
Product Info
Article Number:
583715
Brand:
Sterling by Music Man
Model:
Pete Wentz Signature Bass FR
Category:
Signature Basses
Price:
$955.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Pete Wentz Signature Sterling by Music Man is a serious contender for players wanting that aggressive StingRay tone without the full Music Man price tag. The roasted maple neck makes it a joy to play, and the H-1 pickup delivers a modern, punchy sound that's perfect for rock, pop, and heavier genres. It's a great value for a well-built, high-performance instrument.
Product Description
- Sterling by Music Man Pete Wentz Signature Bass FR
- Electric Bass
- Pete Wentz (Fall Out Boy) Signature Model
- Sting Ray Artist Series
- Body: Nyatoh
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Roasted maple
- Scale: 34" long scale
- Nut width: 1.69 mm (43")
- 21 Medium frets
- Pickup: H - 1 Alnico V humbucker
- Controls: Volume
- tone
- Gold pickguard
- Sterling by Music Man designed bridge
- Open gear machine heads
- Strings: Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky
- Colour: Fiesta Red
PROS
- • Nyatoh body provides a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck and fingerboard offer exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • H-1 Alnico V humbucker delivers aggressive, modern low-end punch and clarity.
- • Sterling by Music Man bridge enhances sustain and tuning stability.
CONS
- • Nyatoh body, while resonant, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or ash.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more complex control sets.
- • Super Slinky strings might feel too light for players preferring a heavier feel.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh
Neck Material
Roasted maple
Fingerboard
Roasted maple
Pickups
Sterling by Music Man H-1 Alnico V humbucker
Scale Length
34in
Frets
21 Medium
Strings
Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Roasted maple is kiln-dried and stabilized, resulting in a smoother, more consistent feel and improved resistance to humidity changes – it's often perceived as more 'buttery' than standard maple.
Primarily cosmetic, but the metal pickguard can subtly dampen vibrations, potentially adding a touch of brightness or clarity to the overall sound – a very minor effect.
The H-1 is designed to emulate the core characteristics of a Music Man humbucker, offering a similar aggressive and defined tone, though it’s a slightly more budget-friendly alternative.
