Description
Music have impressed us with this New Music Man Dark Ray 5 Bass Guitar in Plasma Purple (57942) in Bass, it’s in stock, and ready to ship with fast, reliable delivery across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. For more details within Bass, additional Bass Guitars options, full specifications, demos, images, videos, and secure online ordering, read on below.
The Music Man Dark Ray 5 Bass Guitar in Plasma Purple is a striking addition to the DarkRay family, combining aggressive styling with cutting-edge performance. Featuring a sleek matching headstock and a smooth ebony fretboard, this bass is designed to stand out on stage while delivering powerful, versatile tone. Its lightweight contoured ash body and roasted maple neck ensure effortless playability, making it ideal for bassists seeking both comfort and style.
Equipped with the innovative Darkglass Electronics preamp, the Dark Ray 5 offers a custom 2-band active EQ alongside two distinct distortion circuits, Alpha and Omega. This onboard versatility allows players to sculpt their sound with precision, from clean, punchy lows to gritty, overdriven textures. The intuitive controls and LED indicators make it easy to switch between tones, providing an unmistakable presence whether in the studio or on stage.
Built with premium components including stainless steel frets, a vintage-style Music Man bridge, and custom lightweight tuning machines, the Dark Ray 5 is engineered for reliability and superior sustain. Its high gloss polyester finish in Plasma Purple not only looks stunning but also protects the instrument, ensuring it remains a visual and sonic powerhouse for years to come.
With its bold new look and uncompromising design, the Music Man Dark Ray 5 Bass Guitar in Plasma Purple continues to set the benchmark for modern bass innovation, delivering crushing tone and exceptional playability for players who demand the best.
Custom Darkglass® Active Preamp
The onboard Darkglass preamp features a clean 2-band EQ and two distortion circuits, Alpha and Omega, allowing for a wide range of tonal possibilities. Whether you want a pristine, punchy sound or aggressive distortion, the intuitive controls provide seamless switching and precise tone shaping.
Roasted Maple Neck
The roasted maple neck offers enhanced stability and a smooth playing experience. Its C-profile and hand-rubbed finish provide comfort and speed, making it easy to navigate the 22 stainless steel frets with confidence.
Lightweight Contoured Ash Body
The ash body is both lightweight and resonant, delivering a balanced tone with clear highs and solid lows. Its contoured design ensures comfort during long playing sessions, while the high gloss polyester finish in Plasma Purple gives it a vibrant, eye-catching appearance.
Premium Hardware
Equipped with a vintage Music Man top-loaded bridge, custom lightweight tuning machines, and matte black hardware, the Dark Ray 5 ensures excellent tuning stability, sustain, and durability. These components contribute to the bass’s professional-grade performance and reliability.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: Ash
- Body Colour: Plasma Purple
- Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester
- Body Construction: Solid
Neck
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple
- Neck Colour: Natural
- Neck Profile: C
- Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.830″
- Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.936″
- Neck Joint: 5 Bolt
- Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
Fretboard
- Fretboard Material: Ebony
- Fretboard Radius: 11″
- Fretboard Inlays: White Dot
- Side Markers: White Dot
- Fretboard Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
- Frets: 22 Stainless Steel
- Nut Material and Width: Melamine, 1-3/4″
Hardware
- Bridge: Vintage Music Man® top loaded, black plated steel bridge plate with vintage black plated steel saddles
- Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design
- Hardware Colour: Black
- Pickguard Material: Black
Electronics
- Preamp: Custom Darkglass® 2-band active
- Bridge Pickup: Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets
- Controls: Volume, gain, blend, treble, bass, 3-way lever switch for preamp only, preamp + Alpha distortion, preamp + Omega distortion
- Output Type: Mono
