The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay, born in the 1970s, has evolved into the ultimate choice for numerous rockers, punk enthusiasts, indie artists, and beyond. Its stainless steel frets ensure lasting durability, even under the most vigorous playing styles. Redesigned pickups offer enhanced punch and a wider sonic range, while the upgraded 18-volt preamp system provides ample headroom for a diverse dynamic spectrum.

Moreover, to enhance your comfort during long playing sessions, the body has undergone a redesign, featuring lighter-weight tuning machines and hardware, resulting in approximately a pound of weight relief. Experience the unparalleled performance of the Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5 firsthand by grabbing one from Yandas Music. Feel the difference and hear the hype for yourself.

REFINED BODY CONTOURS: Experience enhanced comfort with rounded body contours designed for seamless playability in any position, all while preserving the iconic StingRay sound.

POWERFUL NEODYMIUM PICKUPS: Featuring advanced neodymium magnets, the revamped StingRay electronics deliver increased output and a broader spectrum of tonal possibilities, ensuring your sound cuts through with clarity and precision.

Features

• Model: StingRay 5 Special
• Size: 13-3/8" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 45-3/4" long (34.0 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 116.2 cm long)
• Body Wood: Select Hardwoods
• Body Finish: High gloss polyester (Except Black Rock - Matte)
• Bridge: Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles
• Pickguard: Black, White, Mint, or White Pearloid (dependent on body color)
• Scale Length: 34" (86.4 cm)
• Neck Radius: 11" (27.9 cm)
• Headstock Size: Only 9" (22.9 cm) long
• Frets: 22 - High profile, wide, Stainless Steel
• Neck Width: 1-3/4" (44.5 mm) at nut 2-3/4"" (69.9 mm) at last fret
• Neck Wood: Select roasted maple neck
• Fingerboard: Fretted - Maple, Rosewood, or Ebony (dependent on body color)
• Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
• Neck Colors: Standard – Natural with finished headstock
• Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
• Truss Rod: Adjustable - no component or string removal
• Neck Attachment: 5 bolts - perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets
• Electronic Shielding: Graphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum lined pickguard
• Controls: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass
• Switching: Single Pickup - 3-way lever pickup selector; Dual Pickup - 5-way lever pickup selector
• Pickups: Standard - Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets; Optional - Dual Humbucking with Neodymium magnets
• Left Handed: No
• Strings: 45w-65w-80w-100w-130w (Regular Slinky Bass #2836)