First introduced in 1976, the StingRay has been revered as one of the most iconic bass guitars in history. The StingRay was the first production four string bass to feature onboard active equalization. The flagship of the Music Man line, today's StingRay retains the same signature features that it had some forty years ago, including a solid roadworthy construction, iconic oval pickguard, 3+1 tuning key configuration, and the ever-popular Music Man humbucker — all of which combine to produce a look, feel, and sound that is remarkably unmistakable.
The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special combines classic tone with modern upgrades for maximum performance. Its ash body, roasted maple neck, and 22 stainless steel frets deliver exceptional durability, resonance, and smooth playability. The 18-volt, 3-band preamp provides outstanding headroom and tonal flexibility, while the neodymium pickups offer powerful, clean output in one- or two-pickup configurations. With lightweight hardware, this is the lightest and most versatile StingRay yet—perfect for both stage and studio.
Your Custom Options:
Model: 4 String - HH
Color: Cherry Punch
Neck: Roasted Maple w/ Ebony Fretboard
Pickguard: Black
Hardware: Gold
Build Code
108-EY-50-BG1
Factory Strings: 45w-65w-80w-100w (Super Slinky Bass #2834)
Factory Tuning: Standard
Included Case: Mono Case
Body Construction: Solid
Top Material: N/A
Top Construction: N/A
Top Color: N/A
Body Material: Ash
Body Color: Cherry Punch
Body Binding: N/A
Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester
Neck Material: Roasted Maple
Neck Color: Natural
Neck Joint: 5 Bolt Sculpted
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.830 inches
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.936 inches
Truss Rod: Adjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Headstock Color/Finish: Natural
Fretboard Material: Roasted Maple
Fretboard Radius: 11"
Inlays: Dots
Side Markers: Dots
Fretboard Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Frets: 22, .047 x .104, Stainless Steel
Scale Length: 34"
Nut Material, Width: Melamine, Compensated for accurate intonation, 1-11/16"
Hardware Color: Gold
Bridge/Tailpiece: Vintage Music Man® top loaded gold plated, steel bridge plate with vintage black plated steel saddles
Knob Type: Knurled Dome Top
Pickguard Material: Black
Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
Electronics Type: Active
Preamp: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom
Bridge Pickup: Neodymium Humbucker
Middle Pickup: N/A
Neck Pickup: Neodymium Humbucker
Controls: Volume, Treble, Mid and Bass knobs; 5-way pickup selector blade switch
Output Type: Mono
The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special combines classic tone with modern upgrades for maximum performance. Its ash body, roasted maple neck, and 22 stainless steel frets deliver exceptional durability, resonance, and smooth playability. The 18-volt, 3-band preamp provides outstanding headroom and tonal flexibility, while the neodymium pickups offer powerful, clean output in one- or two-pickup configurations. With lightweight hardware, this is the lightest and most versatile StingRay yet—perfect for both stage and studio.
Your Custom Options:
Model: 4 String - HH
Color: Cherry Punch
Neck: Roasted Maple w/ Ebony Fretboard
Pickguard: Black
Hardware: Gold
Build Code
108-EY-50-BG1
Factory Strings: 45w-65w-80w-100w (Super Slinky Bass #2834)
Factory Tuning: Standard
Included Case: Mono Case
Body Construction: Solid
Top Material: N/A
Top Construction: N/A
Top Color: N/A
Body Material: Ash
Body Color: Cherry Punch
Body Binding: N/A
Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester
Neck Material: Roasted Maple
Neck Color: Natural
Neck Joint: 5 Bolt Sculpted
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.830 inches
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.936 inches
Truss Rod: Adjustable - no component or string removal
Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Headstock Color/Finish: Natural
Fretboard Material: Roasted Maple
Fretboard Radius: 11"
Inlays: Dots
Side Markers: Dots
Fretboard Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Frets: 22, .047 x .104, Stainless Steel
Scale Length: 34"
Nut Material, Width: Melamine, Compensated for accurate intonation, 1-11/16"
Hardware Color: Gold
Bridge/Tailpiece: Vintage Music Man® top loaded gold plated, steel bridge plate with vintage black plated steel saddles
Knob Type: Knurled Dome Top
Pickguard Material: Black
Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
Electronics Type: Active
Preamp: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom
Bridge Pickup: Neodymium Humbucker
Middle Pickup: N/A
Neck Pickup: Neodymium Humbucker
Controls: Volume, Treble, Mid and Bass knobs; 5-way pickup selector blade switch
Output Type: Mono
