Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34 Spalted 3TSB
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Sterling by Music Man
StingRay RAY34 Spalted 3TSB
Product Info
Article Number:
585257
Brand:
Sterling by Music Man
Model:
StingRay RAY34 Spalted 3TSB
Category:
4-String Basses
Price:
$1,373.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This RAY34 Spalted is a seriously cool package. The roasted maple neck and active preamp give it a modern, punchy feel, while the spalted top makes it a real head-turner. It’s perfect for players who want a versatile, aggressive tone with a unique aesthetic – great for rock, funk, and modern genres.
Product Description
- Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34 Spalted 3TSB
- Electric Bass
- Body: Nyatoh
- Top: spalted maple
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: white dot
- Fingerboard radius: 240 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- 21 Medium frets
- Pickup: 1 Alnico humbucker
- Controls: Volume
- Active 3-band preamp
- Transparent pickguard
- Sterling by Music Man designed bridge
- Open gear machine heads
- Original strings: Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky
- Colour: 3-Tone Sunburst
PROS
- • Nyatoh body offers surprising resonance and warmth.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and feel.
- • Active preamp delivers powerful, articulate tone shaping.
- • Spalted maple top adds stunning visual flair and unique character.
CONS
- • Nyatoh can be a bit less dense than Ash or Alder.
- • Rosewood fretboard might require more frequent oiling.
- • Limited pickup options restrict tonal versatility somewhat.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh with Spalted Maple Top
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Single Alnico Humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Medium
Strings
Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky
Weight
4.3 kg (9.5 lbs) - estimated
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a very close approximation – you'll get that signature StingRay growl, but with a slightly more rounded and less aggressive edge than the original.
Yes, it's finished with a satin lacquer, providing a smooth, fast feel without being overly glossy.
The spalted maple adds a touch of brightness and complexity to the tone, contributing to a more unique and characterful sound compared to a plain Nyatoh body.
