Description
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The Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay Bass Guitar in Silverburst is a striking instrument that combines bold aesthetics with cutting-edge performance. Featuring a sleek matching headstock and an ebony fretboard, this bass stands out with its aggressive styling and powerful presence on stage. Built to deliver crushing tone and effortless playability, the DarkRay is equipped with a roasted maple neck and a lightweight contoured ash body finished in a high gloss polyester that enhances both comfort and visual appeal.
At the heart of the DarkRay’s sound is the custom Darkglass® 2-band active preamp, offering versatile tonal shaping with two distinct distortion circuits—Alpha and Omega. These can be blended and controlled independently, allowing players to dial in everything from subtle grit to full-on overdrive. The onboard controls include volume, gain, blend, treble, and bass, complemented by an LED indicator to show when distortion is engaged. This sophisticated electronics suite ensures the DarkRay delivers unmistakable tone and dynamic response across a wide range of musical styles.
Designed with the modern player in mind, the DarkRay features a comfortable C-shaped roasted maple neck with a smooth gunstock oil and hand-rubbed wax finish, paired with a fast 11″ radius ebony fretboard and 22 stainless steel frets for exceptional playability. The vintage Music Man bridge and custom lightweight tuning machines provide stability and precise tuning, while the black hardware adds to the instrument’s sleek, contemporary look.
With its combination of innovative electronics, premium craftsmanship, and eye-catching Silverburst finish, the Music Man DarkRay Bass Guitar is a perfect choice for bassists seeking a modern instrument that delivers both style and substance.
Custom Darkglass® Active Preamp
The heart of the DarkRay’s tone, the Darkglass® 2-band active preamp features two distortion circuits—Alpha and Omega—allowing players to blend clean and distorted signals with precision. This versatile preamp delivers everything from pristine lows to aggressive growl, making it ideal for a wide range of genres and playing styles.
Roasted Maple Neck
The roasted maple neck offers enhanced stability and a smooth playing surface thanks to its gunstock oil and hand-rubbed wax finish. Its comfortable C-profile and precise 11″ fretboard radius make for effortless playability, whether you’re laying down tight grooves or soaring bass lines.
Lightweight Contoured Ash Body
The ash body is both lightweight and resonant, providing a balanced tone with clear highs and punchy lows. Its contoured design ensures comfort during long playing sessions, while the high gloss polyester finish in Silverburst adds a visually striking element to the instrument.
Premium Hardware and Construction
Equipped with a vintage Music Man top-loaded bridge and custom lightweight tuning machines, the DarkRay offers excellent tuning stability and sustain. The ebony fretboard with white dot inlays and black hardware complete the instrument’s aggressive and modern aesthetic.
Key Features
- Custom Darkglass® 2-Band Active Preamp – Provides versatile tonal options with two distortion circuits, enabling players to shape their sound from clean to gritty with ease and precision.
- Roasted Maple Neck – Offers enhanced stability and a smooth, fast playing surface thanks to its special finish and comfortable C-shaped profile.
- Lightweight Contoured Ash Body – Ensures both comfort and a balanced, resonant tone that cuts through the mix.
- Premium Hardware – Features a vintage Music Man bridge and custom lightweight tuners for reliable tuning stability and classic style.
Specifications
Body
- Body Construction: Solid
- Body Material: Ash
- Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester
- Body Colour: Silverburst
- Body Binding: None
Neck
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple
- Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
- Neck Joint: 5 Bolt
- Neck Profile: C
- Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.830″
- Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.936″
- Truss Rod: Adjustable without component or string removal
- Headstock Colour/Finish: Matches Body
Fretboard
- Fretboard Material: Ebony
- Fretboard Radius: 11″
- Inlays: White Dot
- Side Markers: White Dot
- Fretboard Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
- Frets: 22 Stainless Steel
- Nut Material: Melamine
- Nut Width: 1-11/16″
Hardware
- Bridge: Vintage Music Man® top loaded, black plated steel bridge plate with vintage black plated steel saddles
- Tuners: Custom Music Man lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
- Hardware Colour: Black
- Knob Type: Dome
- Pickguard Material: Black
Electronics
- Type: Active
- Preamp: Custom Darkglass® 2-band with two distortion circuits (Alpha and Omega)
- Controls: Volume, gain, blend, treble, bass
- Pickup Configuration: Single Humbucking bridge pickup with Neodymium magnets
- Output Type: Mono
- 3-Way Lever Switch: Preamp only, preamp + Alpha distortion, preamp + Omega distortion
- LED Indicator: Shows when distortion is engaged
Miscellaneous
- Included Case: Mono Softshell
- Scale Length: 34″
