Sterling by MusicMan StingRay 5 RAY35 Spalted Maple 3-Tone Sunburst Bass Guitar

The Sterling by MusicMan RAY35 Spalted Maple is a 5-string bass guitar with the iconic StingRay design, active electronics, and a striking spalted maple top. It delivers powerful sound, modern playability, and stylish looks in a 3-Tone Sunburst finish.

The RAY35 Spalted Maple model is a 5-string version of the legendary StingRay bass guitar, designed for players who need extended range and maximum tonal flexibility. Its nyatoh body with a spalted maple top not only resonates beautifully but also stands out visually. The ergonomic body contours and arm cut provide comfortable playability.

The roasted maple neck is stable, smooth, and resistant to environmental changes. The rosewood fingerboard with 21 frets ensures precision and comfort. The bass is equipped with a single Alnico humbucker pickup and an active 3-band EQ, allowing detailed sound shaping—from deep bass to bright highs. With its 5-string range, it is ideal for modern styles, drop tunings, and technical passages.

Specifications:

• Model: StingRay RAY35 Spalted Maple
• Color: 3-Tone Sunburst
• Body: Nyatoh with spalted maple top
• Neck: Roasted Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 34" (864 mm)
• Number of Frets: 21 (medium)
• Pickup: 1x Alnico humbucker (H)
• Electronics: Active 3-band EQ (bass, mid, treble)
• Controls: Volume, Bass, Mid, Treble
• Bridge: Sterling by MusicMan design
• Tuning Machines: Open Gear
• Pickguard: Transparent
• Strings: .045–.130 (Ernie Ball or D'Addario)
• Neck Attachment: 6-screw bolt-on
• Weight: Approx. 4.5 kg
• Accessories: Not included

"Spalted" means that the wood is color-marked by fungi, which create unique patterns and spots on the wood, often sought after for their aesthetic value.