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Sterling by Music Man DarkRay Bass Guitar in Black

£1,599.00

Let us introduce you to the Sterling by Music Man DarkRay Bass Guitar in Black. Here’s what Sterling by Music Man say: Time to kick things into overdrive. Introducing the DarkRay, an innovative StingRay model designed in collaboration with bass equipment visionaries, Darkglass Electronics. Our custom Darkglass® 2-band active preamp offers three modes: Clean (Preamp-only), […]

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Let us introduce you to the Sterling by Music Man DarkRay Bass Guitar in Black.

Here’s what Sterling by Music Man say:

Time to kick things into overdrive. Introducing the DarkRay, an innovative StingRay model designed in collaboration with bass equipment visionaries, Darkglass Electronics.

Our custom Darkglass® 2-band active preamp offers three modes: Clean (Preamp-only), Alpha (Distortion), and Omega (Fuzz), all without the hassle of plugging into 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 – Smash 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

  • Model DARKRAY
  • Body Wood Nyatoh
  • Body Color Black (BK)
  • Bridge Sterling by Music Man-Designed Bridge
  • Pickguard Black
  • Scale Length 34″ (86.4cm)
  • Neck Radius 9.5″ (24cm)
  • Frets 21 Frets, Medium
  • Neck Width 1.69″ (43mm) at Nut, 2.44″ (62mm) 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 Bolts
  • Controls Custom Darkglass® 2-band Active Preamp with Two 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 2834 Super Slinky
  • Gig Bag Deluxe Sterling by Music Man Bag

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.

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