Sterling by MusicMan SUB StingRay4 in Vintage Cream color. High-performance electronics with a 2-band EQ and a perfect six-bolt neck-body joint provide stunning bass tones from this versatile instrument.

StingRay4 SUB Vintage Cream 4-string Bass Guitar

The Sterling by MusicMan SUB bass guitar offers the look, sound, and playability of the original MusicMan StingRay guitars. The SUB Ray series features comfortable shapes made from solid basswood and a pleasant maple neck, creating a resonant wood assembly with complex harmonics. Additionally, the bass is equipped with high-performance electronics, including a humbucker pickup and an active 2-band equalizer, which give StingRay basses their characteristic tonal complexity. The truly shocking aspect of this bass is its low price.

Reasons Why the Neck is So Comfortable to Play

Your hand touches the neck 100% of the time while playing. This bass features a super comfortable surface on the back of the neck. This surface is not glossy and will always feel very pleasant. The tinted satin finish not only looks good but also gives the instrument its classic appearance.

Quality Construction

Sterling by MusicMan builds basses to last a lifetime. The exceptional design and construction are key to a quality instrument that will accompany anyone on their journey of playing and creating music. All SUB basses utilize a 6-bolt neck attachment to the body. This system, designed by MusicMan, offers a strong connection, excellent stability, and great tone transfer. The neck stays in position and does not shift even under heavy loads.

High-Performance Humbucker Pickup

The high-performance pickup is designed for clarity and uncolored reproduction of natural bass tones. Two rows of large magnets pump information from the strings to the pickup, feeding the 2-band active EQ preamp. The tones can be aggressive, wild, or mellow. It’s up to you to find your sound. Three adjustment screws help find the right position for the pickup both in height and angle relative to the strings.

Neck Adjustment

Every instrument occasionally needs a neck adjustment, and for SUB instruments, it’s simple and hassle-free. No special tools are required. An adjustment wheel at the neck joint controls the truss rod that runs through the entire neck to the headstock. There’s no need to remove the neck or strings, and the adjustment is very precise. The fingerboard is made of dark rosewood.

Battery and Output Jack

The active 2-band EQ preamp is powered by a 9V battery stored in an easily accessible compartment at the bottom of the body. Simply open the compartment and snap in a new battery. Under normal use, the battery should last several months. The output for the cable jack is located on the top of the body on the control panel. The jack is securely held and won’t easily loosen. It also won’t be damaged when placed in a stand. SUB instruments use high-durability jacks designed for long-term use.

Sterling by MusicMan StingRay4 SUB 4-string Electric Bass at a Glance

• Timeless MusicMan design that everyone can afford
• Lightweight, great solid wood shapes offer complex tonal outputs and a pleasant playing feel
• Thin satin neck finish provides plenty of sustain and added emphasis
• High-performance humbucker pickup delivers thunderous bass and clear mids
• Active electronics with 2-band EQ preamp allow for tonal perfection
• Highly durable bridge offers exceptional tuning stability

The instrument case is sold separately.