Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Sting Ray5 Chopper Blue
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Sterling by Music Man
S.U.B. Sting Ray5 Chopper Blue
Product Info
Article Number:
585164
Brand:
Sterling by Music Man
Model:
S.U.B. Sting Ray5 Chopper Blue
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$603.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Sterling S.U.B. StingRay5 delivers a ton of Music Man vibe at a much more affordable price point. It's got that aggressive StingRay growl, but with a slightly warmer, rounder character thanks to the Jabon body. This is a fantastic option for players needing a versatile, powerful 5-string for rock, funk, or modern pop.
Product Description
- Sterling by Music Man S.U.B. Sting Ray5 Chopper Blue
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Body: Jabon
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fingerboard inlays: black dot
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- 21 Medium frets
- Pickup: 2 H-1 ceramic humbucker
- Active 2-band preamp
- Volume
- treble and bass controls
- 5-Way switch
- White pickguard
- Fixed bridge
- Open gear tuners
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Original strings: .045 - .125
- Colour: Chopper Blue
PROS
- • Jabon body offers a surprisingly resonant and warm tonal foundation.
- • Active humbuckers deliver a powerful, modern punch with excellent clarity.
- • Bolt-on maple neck provides a snappy feel and fast action.
- • 5-way switch expands tonal options beyond typical StingRay sounds.
CONS
- • Jabon wood can be a bit plain aesthetically compared to more figured options.
- • Open gear tuners aren't as precise or stable as locking tuners.
- • Fixed bridge limits intonation adjustments and string-through body sustain.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Jabon
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
2 x H-1 Ceramic Humbuckers
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
21 Medium
Strings
.045 - .125 gauge
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sterling offers similar sonic character, but with some compromises in hardware and wood selection to achieve a more budget-friendly price. The build quality is still very good, but expect subtle differences in finish and component precision.
The 5-way switch is designed to subtly alter the EQ curve, offering a range of tonal colors – it’s not just a simple pickup blend, but a clever way to shape the overall sound.
While Jabon isn't as lively as some tonewoods, Sterling’s construction and pickup choice compensate, resulting in a surprisingly resonant bass. It's not a mahogany, but it's far from 'dead'.
