An iconic bass for versatile tone shaping and smooth playability.
The StingRay RAY34 bass delivers the iconic sound Music Man basses are known for, with a roasted maple neck and single humbucking pickup that combine for rich, balanced tone. Its 3-band active preamp gives you versatile sound-shaping options, letting you dial in the perfect tone for any venue or genre. Available in three eye-catching sparkle finishes or classic colorways, the RAY34 suits your personal style. The lightweight nyatoh body with contoured edges makes this bass comfortable for extended playing sessions in the studio or on stage. With 21 medium frets and a 34" scale length, you'll find smooth playability across the RAY34's fast roasted maple neck. Crafted by Sterling by Music Man, this bass carries on the StingRay legacy of high build quality and reliability gig after gig.
Iconic Sound With Roasted Maple Neck and Humbucking Pickup
The RAY34's roasted maple neck and single alnico humbucking pickup are integral to its iconic stingray sound. The roasted maple adds snap and clarity to the tone while enhancing sustain. Combined with the focused punch of the humbucker, it creates the balanced, articulate tone stingrays are revered for. Whether you prefer a deep funk groove, soaring rock riff or intricate fusion line, this classic pickup configuration brings out the best in your playing.
Shape Your Sound With 3-Band Active Preamp
Having versatile tone-shaping options at your fingertips is crucial and the RAY34's 3-band active preamp delivers. It gives you independent boost/cut control over low, mid and high frequencies for dialing in your ideal sound. Scoop the mids for a hollow, funky slap tone. Boost the lows and highs for aggressive rock. Find your sweet spot for jazz, R&B or country. The preamp also helps drive the RAY34's output, giving you the volume you need whether recording in the studio or playing live.
Lightweight, Gig-Ready Nyatoh Body
The RAY34's nyatoh body withstands the rigors of touring while keeping your shoulders happy. Nyatoh's light weight makes the bass comfortable for extended playing sessions, whether you're recording multiple tracks in the studio or grinding out a 3-hour gig. The contoured body shape with forearm and ribcage cutaways enables your fretting hand to easily reach the highest notes. This combination of light weight, ergonomic shaping and smooth roasted maple neck will keep you playing your best show after show.
Specifications
- Wood: Roasted maple
- Radius: 9.5"
- Width: 1.77" at nut
- Neck attachment: 6 bolts
- Scale length: 34"
- Truss rod: Dual-action
- Configuration: H-1
- Type: Ceramic humbucker
- Controls: 3-band active preamp
- Switching: Not applicable
- Material: Rosewood
- Fret size: Medium
- Number of frets: 21
- Fret markers: White dot markers
- Pickguard: White
- Body wood: Nyatoh
- Bridge: Fixed bridge
- Tuning machines: Open gear
Features
- Roasted maple neck for stability and sustain
- 3-band active EQ for shaping your tone
- Single alnico humbucker pickup delivers the iconic StingRay sound
- Available in sparkle and solid finishes
- 21 medium frets for comfortable playability
- Open gear tuners keep you in tune
- Dual-action truss rod allows for precise neck adjustment
- 6-bolt neck joint for rock-solid stability
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel (Metallic), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov