Sterling by Music Man StingRay Short RAYSS4 FRD
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Sterling by Music Man
StingRay Short RAYSS4 FRD
Product Info
Article Number:
585168
Brand:
Sterling by Music Man
Model:
StingRay Short RAYSS4 FRD
Category:
Short Scale Basses
Price:
$911.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Short RAY is a fantastic entry point into the Music Man world. The short scale makes it super comfortable, especially for smaller hands or players who like a quicker feel, and the humbucker delivers a punchy, modern tone that cuts through a mix. It's a great option for beginners or experienced players wanting a versatile and affordable workhorse bass.
Product Description
- Sterling by Music Man StingRay Short RAYSS4 FRD
- Electric Bass
- Body: Nyatoh
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: roasted maple
- Fingerboard inlays: black dot
- Fingerboard radius: 240 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 762 mm (30")
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
- 22 Medium frets
- Pickup: Sterling by Music Man-designed Neodymium humbucker (bridge)
- 1 Volume control with push/pull-function for boost
- 1 Tone control
- 3 Rotary PU selector
- White pickguard
- Sterling by Music Man designed bridge
- Open gear tuners
- Original strings: Ernie Ball 2852 Regular Slinky short scale bass
- Colour: Fiesta Red
PROS
- • Nyatoh body provides a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple neck offers excellent stability and a smooth, fast playing feel.
- • Sterling humbucker delivers a powerful, focused tone with great articulation.
- • Push/pull boost adds significant versatility for a wider range of sounds.
CONS
- • Nyatoh body, while resonant, isn't as premium feeling as mahogany or alder.
- • Open gear tuners aren't quite as precise as locking tuners for ultimate stability.
- • Limited pickup options restrict tonal flexibility compared to higher-end StingRays.
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Key Features
Body Material
Nyatoh
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Sterling by Music Man Neodymium Humbucker
Scale Length
762 mm (30 in)
Frets
22 Medium
Strings
Ernie Ball 2852 Regular Slinky Short Scale Bass
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sterling pickup captures the essence of the original, offering a similar aggressive punch and clarity, but lacks some of the nuanced detail and refined dynamics of the higher-end models.
The neck has a satin finish, providing a smooth and fast playing experience without feeling sticky.
It’s a noticeable boost, adding more drive and sustain while retaining the core tonal character – it’s a useful tool for solos or adding more aggression.
