Electric Bass Guitar · United States · Introduced 2018
The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay 5 Special represents the ultimate evolution of the five-string low-end machine, retaining the legendary punchy character of the original 1987 design while incorporating modern lightweight hardware and sophisticated electronics. Featuring a meticulously contoured lightweight ash body, a roasted figured maple neck with an exceptionally smooth oil-and-wax finish, and a sculpted 5-bolt neck joint, it offers supreme ergonomic comfort during grueling studio sessions and live performances. The instrument is powered by a specially engineered neodymium humbucking pickup paired with an 18-volt active preamp and 3-band EQ, delivering massive dynamic headroom, deep thumping sub-bass clarity, and an aggressive upper-midrange growl that cuts through the densest musical arrangements. The redesigned lightweight tuning machines and hardened steel bridge ensure rock-solid tuning stability and precise intonation across all five strings. It is the premier professional choice for elite bassists requiring absolute low-end authority and versatility.