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StingRay Short Scale Maple Fingerboard Electric Bass
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Short Scale Electric Bass With Roasted Maple Neck, Maple Fingerboard and Neodymium Humbucker
Classic StingRay tone in a smaller package? You got it. At Musician’s Friend, we love the Sterling by Music Man StingRay Short Scale because you get the iconic StingRay sound in a smaller 30" package. Though this StingRay bass may be smaller in size, it doesn’t sacrifice its sound. Like its big brother, this Short Scale StingRay still packs a punch. It’s packed with a neodymium humbucking pickup with a 3-way rotary switch for dynamic tone controls. Musician’s Friend customers love the pickup configuration because it also includes parallel, true single-coil and series modes for all the tonal versatility you’d expect from a StingRay. Its size, and its price tag, makes the StingRay more accessible for players of all levels. We suggest you pick one up today—you might never put it down.
A Short-Scale Bass That’s Easy to Play
More players can experience the classic StingRay tone with this short-scale bass. Its 30" scale makes for easier play ability because the spacing is shorter between the frets. The 30" scale roasted maple neck and fretboard are easy to navigate and fully resonate through the nyatoh body.
Smaller Size, Iconic StingRay Tone
Even though it’s got a shorter scale length, it doesn’t make the sound any less great. It still offers a big, thumpy, round sound, but in a convenient smaller package. It features a humbucking pickup equipped with higher output neodymium magnets that was specially designed for the short-scale bass. This means you get that same signature warm StingRay tone. The electronics package also includes a 3-way switch with parallel, true single-coil and series modes for all the tone versatility you could ask for.
This Bass is Ready to Rock
The StingRay was designed after the classic Ernie Ball Music Man version that hit the market more than 40 years ago. Paying tribute to the classic, the Sterling by Music Man StingRay Short Scale still features that same, great hip-friendly contoured body and rock-solid, road-ready construction. And with easy-to-reach paddle tuners, you'll always be able to keep that A string thumping at 440. This is the bass to pick up for any musical situation.
Add a Classic to Your Collection
The Sterling by Music Man StingRay has long been trusted by players as the essential bass. The StingRay Short Scale maintains its classic look and legendary tone, but with a shorter 30" scale design. But it still takes inspiration from the original classic—from its massive hardened steel bridge that enhances sustain, to its beloved oval-shaped pickguard. If your collection feels like its missing something, it’s probably a StingRay. We think it’s a must for any bassist’s collection, and now with a shorter scale, it’s more accessible than ever.
Features
- Nyatoh body with modern contouring for comfortable play
- 30"-scale hard maple neck and 9.5"-radius maple fingerboard for a smooth playing experience
- Single Sterling by Music Man-designed neodymium pickup and 3-way switch for plenty of tonal versatility
- Sterling by Music Man-designed bridge for increased sustain, open-gear tuners
Iconic bass sounds in a smaller package. Order your StingRay today.
StingRay Short Scale Maple Fingerboard Electric Bass Specifications:
Neck- Wood: Maple
- Neck joint: Bolt-on
- Scale length: 30"
- Truss rod: Single Action
- Pickup configuration: H
- Bridge: Sterling by Music Man Designed Neodymium Pickups
- Control layout: Master volume
- Pickup switch: 3-way
- Special electronics: 2-band EQ
- Material: Maple
- Radius: 9.5"
- Number of frets: 22
- Nut width: 1.5 in. (38 mm)
- Body Type: Solidbody
- Body wood: Nyatoh
- Bridge/Tailpiece: Sterling by Music Man Designed Bridge
- Tuning machines: Open Gear
- Number of strings: 4-string
- Case: Sold separately
- Country of origin: Indonesia
- Orientation: Right Handed
- Free Standard Ground shipping (48 contiguous states, some overweight and Used/Vintage items excluded).
- Orders placed before 3 p.m. ET usually ship the same business day.
Every guitar or bass you purchase from Musician's Friend (electric or acoustic, New or Open Box) includes two years of protection from manufacturer defects.
Our Gear Advisers are available to guide you through your entire shopping experience. Call or Chat for expert advice and to hear the latest deals.