Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY35 Dorado Green
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Sterling by Music Man
StingRay RAY35 Dorado Green
Product Info
Article Number:
585184
Brand:
Sterling by Music Man
Model:
StingRay RAY35 Dorado Green
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$1,296.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The RAY35 is a fantastic entry point into the StingRay world. Dorado Green looks killer, and the active preamp gives it a modern edge, while the roasted maple neck keeps things comfortable. This bass is ideal for players wanting a punchy, versatile sound without the premium price tag of a full-fledged Music Man.
Product Description
- Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY35 Dorado Green
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Body: Nyatoh
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: white dot
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- 22 Medium frets
- Pickup: 1 Alnico humbucker
- Active 3-band preamp
- Controls: Volume
- 3-Way switch
- White pickguard
- Sterling by Music Man designed bridge
- Open gear tuners
- Original strings: Ernie Ball 2836 Regular Slinky
- Colour: Dorado Green
PROS
- • Nyatoh body offers a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck provides excellent stability and a smooth, fast playing experience.
- • Active 3-band preamp delivers a wide range of tonal shaping possibilities.
- • Sterling bridge design enhances sustain and tuning stability compared to standard models.
CONS
- • Nyatoh body, while warm, lacks the premium feel of mahogany or ash.
- • Rosewood fretboard can be prone to drying out and requires occasional maintenance.
- • Single humbucker pickup limits versatility compared to basses with multiple pickups.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
1 Alnico Humbucker
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
22 Medium
Strings
Ernie Ball 2836 Regular Slinky
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sterling is very well-built, but uses slightly less premium materials; the Music Man will have a more refined finish and often, upgraded hardware.
Like any gloss finish, it's susceptible to scratches, but the finish is quite durable and a quality clear coat will help protect it.
It delivers a thick, punchy tone with distortion, but lacks the nuance and clarity you'd get from multiple pickups – it's a focused, powerful sound.
