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Sterling by Music Man DarkRay 5 5-String Bass Guitar in Black

£1,699.00

The Bass Guitars department take a look at this New Bass Guitar5 String in Black , the Sterling by Music Man DarkRay 5 5-String Bass Guitar in Black by is New, it is in stock at a great price and delivered to all areas of the UK. Read More for more product information, images, latest prices and how to order.

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The Bass Guitars department take a look at this New Bass Guitar5 String in Black , the Sterling by Music Man DarkRay 5 5-String Bass Guitar in Black by is New, it is in stock at a great price and delivered to all areas of the UK. Read More for more product information, images, latest prices and how to order.

Introducing the 5-string DarkRay, an innovative StingRay model designed in collaboration with Darkglass Electronics. The custom Darkglass® 2-band active preamp offers three modes: Clean (Preamp-only), Alpha (Distortion), and Omega (Fuzz), all accessible without a pedalboard. Switch between these circuits effortlessly with a color-coded LED ring and 3-way selector. 

You’ll unlock total tonal control via volume, treble, and bass adjustments, along with onboard gain and blend knobs for customized distortion. A roasted maple neck and ebony fingerboard round out the modern design.

Key Features

  • Custom Darkglass Active Preamp – We’ve ramped up the StingRay sound with a custom Darkglass® clean 2-band active preamp, featuring two drive circuits: Alpha (Distortion) and Omega (Fuzz). Both circuits are fully mixable via an onboard gain knob and blend control.
  • Eye-Catching LED Ring – Flip the 3-way switch, and a bright color-coded LED ring illuminates, indicating which mode the bass is in. When in preamp-only, the bass is exceptionally clean, with adjustable volume, treble, and bass knobs for customizable tone.
  • Modern Design – The iconic DarkRay design includes an alnico humbucking pickup, roasted maple neck with ebony fingerboard, comfort contoured StingRay body, and the familiar 3+1 headstock configuration.

Specifications

  • Body Wood Nyatoh
  • Body Colour Black (BK)
  • Bridge Sterling by Music Man-Designed Bridge
  • Pickguard Black
  • Scale Length 34″ (86.4cm)
  • Neck Radius 12” (30.5cm)
  • Frets 22 Frets
  • Neck Width 1.77” (45mm) at Nut, 2.72” (69mm) at Last Fret
  • Neck Wood Roasted Maple
  • Fingerboard Ebony
  • Fret Markers White Dot Markers
  • Tuning Machines Open Gear
  • Truss Rod Dual Action
  • Neck Attachment 6 Bolt Pattern
  • Controls Custom Darkglass® 2-band active preampwith two distinct distortion circuits (Alpha and Omega); vol, gain, blend, treble, bass
  • Switching 3-way lever distortion selector; Preamp Only, Preamp+Alpha Distortion, Preamp+Omega Distortion
  • Pickups H – 1 Alnico Humbucker
  • Strings Ernie Ball 2836 Regular Slinky
  • Gig Bag Deluxe Sterling by Music Man Bag

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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.

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