Description
Music have impressed us with this New Music Man Dark Ray 5 Bass Guitar in Silverburst (57946) 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 Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay 5 Bass Guitar in Silverburst is a bold and modern instrument designed for players who demand both style and substance. Featuring a sleek matching headstock and a smooth ebony fretboard, this bass combines aggressive aesthetics with powerful performance. Built around a lightweight contoured ash body and a roasted maple neck, the DarkRay 5 offers exceptional playability and comfort for extended sessions. Its high-gloss polyester finish in striking Silverburst adds unmistakable stage presence, making it a standout choice for contemporary bassists.
At the heart of the DarkRay 5 is the versatile onboard Darkglass Electronics preamp, equipped with two distinct distortion circuits—Alpha and Omega—allowing players to sculpt their tone with precision. Whether you want clean, punchy lows or gritty, saturated distortion, this bass delivers crushing tone with ease. The active 2-band EQ provides further control over treble and bass frequencies, ensuring your sound cuts through any mix. Combined with stainless steel frets and custom lightweight tuning machines, the DarkRay 5 is engineered for reliability and smooth performance.
Perfect for modern players seeking a bass that blends innovation with classic craftsmanship, the DarkRay 5 in Silverburst is ready to elevate your playing experience. Its combination of advanced electronics, premium tonewoods, and eye-catching design makes it a true benchmark in contemporary bass guitar design.
Darkglass Electronics Preamp
The custom Darkglass® 2-band active preamp features two distortion circuits—Alpha and Omega—giving you a wide palette of tones from clean to aggressive. With controls for volume, gain, blend, treble, and bass, plus an LED indicator for distortion engagement, this preamp offers unparalleled versatility and tonal shaping at your fingertips.
Premium Tonewoods
Constructed from a solid ash body and a roasted maple neck, the DarkRay 5 delivers a rich, resonant sound with excellent sustain and clarity. The ebony fretboard adds smooth playability and a bright snap to your notes, perfectly complementing the bass’s dynamic tonal range.
Ergonomic Design
The lightweight contoured body and comfortable C-shaped neck profile ensure effortless playability, even during long performances. The 5-bolt neck joint and stainless steel frets enhance durability and intonation stability, making this bass a reliable companion on stage and in the studio.
Striking Silverburst Finish
The high-gloss polyester Silverburst finish with a matching headstock not only looks stunning but also protects the instrument. Combined with matte black hardware, this bass boasts a modern, aggressive aesthetic that commands attention.
Key Features
- Custom Darkglass® 2-Band Active Preamp – Offers two distortion circuits and full EQ control, allowing you to dial in a wide range of tones from pristine cleans to rich, saturated distortion.
- Roasted Maple Neck – Provides enhanced stability and a smooth playing feel, with a comfortable C-shaped profile that suits a variety of playing styles.
- Lightweight Contoured Ash Body – Ensures comfort and excellent resonance, delivering a balanced tone with clarity and punch.
- Ebony Fretboard with 22 Stainless Steel Frets – Adds brightness and durability, offering smooth playability and long-lasting performance.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: Ash
- Body Colour: Silverburst
- Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester
- Body Construction: Solid
- Body Binding: None
Neck
- Neck Material: Roasted Maple
- Neck Colour: Natural
- Neck Joint: 5 Bolt
- Neck Profile: C
- Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0.830″
- Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 0.936″
- Truss Rod: Adjustable (no component or string removal)
- Neck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend
- 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
- Scale Length: 34″
- Nut Material: Melamine
- Nut Width: 1-3/4″
Hardware
- Bridge/Tailpiece: 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
- Knob Type: Dome
- Pickguard Material: Black
Electronics
- Type: Active
- Preamp: Custom Darkglass® 2-band
- Bridge Pickup: Single Humbucking with Neodymium magnets
- Controls: Volume, gain, blend, treble, bass, and 3-way lever for preamp only, preamp + Alpha distortion, preamp + Omega distortion
- Output Type: Mono
- LED Indicator: On when distortion engaged
