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Name: Sterling by Music Man StingRay Ray5 5-String Bass Guitar in Black
Brand: Sterling
SKU: SUBRAY5BK
Price: 449.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Sterling by Music Man StingRay Ray5 5-String Bass Guitar in Black

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This is the Sterling by Music Man StingRay Ray5 5-String Bass Guitar in Black from Sterling, listed in Guitar on guitars pedals amps and stuff.. Read More below.

Description

Description

The Sterling by Music Man StingRay Ray5 is a workhorse of a bass that captures that iconic StingRay look and tone at a more affordable price point. The Ray5 is the 5-string model providing extra low end.

Features

Single ceramic humbucker delivers that classic StringRay thump.
2-band active preamp for shaping your tone.
34" scale length and 12" fingerboard radius offers modern playability

Body and Neck

The Ray5 features a basswood body that helps keep the weight of the instrument down and is paired with a maple neck and a matching maple fingerboard. This bass has a 35" scale length and a 12" radius fingerboard for modern feel and playability.

Electronics

At the heart of the Ray5 is the single ceramic humbucker in the bridge position. It's this pickup that provides that classic thick and punchy sound that StingRays are revered for. To help get that tone to sit right in the mix the Ray5 features an onboard active 2-band preamp so you can tweak your sound to fit your needs.

Specifications

Model: Ray5
Body Wood: Basswood
Body Color: Black
Bridge: Fixed Bridge
Pickguard: Black
Scale Length: 34" (86.4cm)
Neck Radius: 12" (30.5cm)
Frets: 22 Frets, Medium
Neck Width: 1.77" (45mm) at Nut
Neck Wood: Hard Maple
Fingerboard: Hard Maple
Fret Markers: Black Dot Markers
Tuning Machines: Open Gear
Truss Rod: Single Action
Neck Attachment: 6 Bolt
Controls: 2-band Active Preamp
Switching: N/A
Pickups: H – 1 Ceramic Humbucker
Strings: .45-1.25
Gig Bag: N/A

About the manufacturer

Sterling

Sterling is a guitar and bass brand known for producing accessible, modern instruments inspired by classic high-performance designs. The brand focuses on delivering reliable build quality, contemporary features, and player-friendly specifications at approachable price points.

Sterling instruments are popular with players who want versatile tones, comfortable necks, and modern playability without moving into premium or custom ranges. They are widely used across rock, pop, metal, and contemporary styles, making them a practical choice for beginners, working musicians, and anyone looking for solid performance and value.

More info about this Product

Bass Guitars

Bass guitars form the backbone of a band’s sound, sitting between rhythm and harmony to give music depth, weight, and movement. Available in electric and acoustic forms, they focus on delivering strong, controlled low frequencies while remaining clear and responsive to playing dynamics. Factors like scale length, string type, and pickup design all influence tone and feel, allowing bass guitars to suit a wide range of styles and techniques. Whether laying down solid grooves or exploring more melodic lines, a good bass guitar anchors the music and brings everything together.