Sterling by Music Man Mike Herrera Artist Series StingRay Electric Bass - Orange Creamsicle

The Sterling by Music Man Mike Herrera Artist Series StingRay electric bass captures the no-frills energy of punk rock at its purest. Designed in collaboration with MxPx frontman and bassist Mike Herrera, this model strips the classic StingRay down to its essentials, pairing a single humbucker and lone volume knob with a bold Orange Creamsicle finish that demands attention. Its lightweight jabon body and hard maple neck were built for breakneck riffs and high-energy sets, while a custom pearloid pickguard sporting the iconic MxPx "Pokinatcha" logo underscores Herrera’s DIY ethos. Made for players who crave speed, punch and pure punk attitude, the Mike Herrera StingRay delivers the tone, feel and road-ready reliability to own any gig—from sweaty clubs to festival main stages.

Punchy Jabon Body With Iconic MxPx Style

At the heart of the Mike Herrera StingRay is its lightweight jabon body—a resonant tonewood that provides balanced response and a fast, energetic feel under your hands. The signature Orange Creamsicle finish instantly stands out, offering a retro vibe that fits perfectly with Herrera’s classic punk aesthetic. A white pearloid pickguard emblazoned with MxPx’s "Pokinatcha" logo adds a dash of in-your-face attitude, giving this bass a look as bold as its sound. Its classic StingRay silhouette gives players the familiar feel of a proven workhorse bass, while the simplified, passive design invites you to focus on the music, not the knobs.

Fast Maple Neck Built for the Stage

The StingRay’s hard maple neck and fingerboard provide snappy attack and rock-solid stability, ideal for driving punk basslines and punchy stage performances. Its comfortable 9.5" radius and medium frets deliver smooth, effortless movement across all 21 frets, while the 1.5" nut width and slim profile make it perfect for fast playing. A dual-action truss rod and six-bolt neck joint ensure precise setup and dependable performance, whether you’re rehearsing or on tour. Every detail—from the simple black dot fret markers to the classic 3+1 Music Man headstock—reflects Herrera’s pure punk ethos: all killer, no filler and built to perform night after night.

Pure Passive Power and Punk Simplicity

True to its stripped-down spirit, the Mike Herrera StingRay ditches complex electronics in favor of pure, unfiltered tone. Its single ceramic humbucker packs serious punch, delivering the aggressive growl and midrange grit needed to cut through a wall of gained-out guitars. The electronics are as simple as they come—a lone volume control that keeps your sound raw and responsive. To maintain the iconic StingRay look, dummy bass and treble knobs preserve the illusion of a two-band EQ setup, while keeping the design clean and functional. This minimalist layout keeps the focus where it belongs—on your playing—delivering direct, immediate response with every strike.

Road-Tested Hardware, Rock-Solid Feel

Built for life onstage and on the road, the Mike Herrera StingRay delivers rugged reliability and unmistakable attitude. Its fixed bridge provides rock-solid tuning stability and powerful sustain, while open-gear tuners complete the classic StingRay look. The white pearloid pickguard features the custom MxPx "Pokinatcha" graphic, giving the bass a signature punk edge that’s impossible to miss. With black dot inlays, bold Orange Creamsicle finish and a straightforward layout built to last, this instrument is as tough and distinctive as the music that inspired it.

The Mike Herrera StingRay: A Stripped-Down Punk Rock Machine

The Sterling by Music Man Mike Herrera Artist Series StingRay electric bass isn’t about flash—it’s about attitude. With its streamlined electronics, standout finish and signature MxPx touches, this bass embodies the spirit of DIY punk at its finest. Affordable, rugged and loaded with personality, it delivers pro-level tone and playability in a package that’s as real as the music it was built for. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Herrera or just love the energy of raw, honest rock ’n’ roll, the Mike Herrera StingRay gives you everything you need to plug in and let loose.