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The Classic StingRay with Upgraded Visuals and Electronics





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Take a second to gaze at the Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34HH’s gorgeous poplar burl top. It’s the kind of stunning instrument that attracts the eyes of other bassists when you’re playing live. For the StingRay RAY34HH, that stunning top is paired with a resonant nyatoh body for a balanced tonal foundation. Plug into your favorite amp, and the two Music Man-designed alnico humbuckers supply you with a powerful, punchy tone. Then, engage the 5-way pickup selector switch and the 3-band EQ to fine-tune your sound to taste. All in all, the Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34HH is a formidable addition to any musician’s stable of bass guitars.





Unleash near-limitless sonic potential





Two hard-hitting Music Man-designed humbuckers grace the top of the RAY34HH. They feature alnico magnets and large pole pieces for a vintage-style tone with enough power to thump with the best of them. The built-in 9-volt preamp provides plenty of clean headroom to work with. Plus, the onboard active 3-band EQ enables fine-tuned control over your sound. You’ll also be happy to know that the StingRay RAY34 features a 5-way selector switch, unlocking even more sonic flexibility.





Serial SR70231


Serial SR70231


Fluid playability up and down the neck





Ask Sweetwater bassists and they'll tell you that one of their favorite things about the StingRay RAY34HH is its roasted maple neck. Roasting is a process that entails wood being seasoned with high temperatures to release excess moisture, meaning the neck physically weighs less. For the player, this means you experience far less neck dive than you would compared to a standard maple neck. Beyond that, roasted maple is extremely stable and resistant to warping caused by temperature and humidity. With the RAY34HH’s roasted maple neck, you’ll enjoy smooth, dependable playability ? no matter where you’re traveling.





Sterling by Music Man: accessible, affordable classic-inspired instruments





Sterling by Music Man strives to bring player-favorite Ernie Ball Music Man instruments to the table at a convenient price point. To add to the pot, Sterling also mixes in a collection of different colors, tones, and controls, allowing you to find your own unique voice. With careful consideration and using strict specifications, each Sterling instrument is designed by state-of-the-art engineers and constructed to guarantee Music Man quality. Sweetwater musicians undoubtedly love the classics, and thanks to Sterling by Music Man, a collection of renowned Ernie Ball models is available to a wider range of hands.





Serial SR70231


Sterling by Music Man StingRay RAY34HH Bass Guitar Features:


A top-notch 4-string bass for gigging musicians


Poplar burl top supplies a unique, stunning look


Carved nyatoh body promotes comfort over long playing sessions


2 Music Man-designed alnico humbuckers pump out growling, punchy tone


5-way pickup selector switch offers tons of sonic versatility


3-band active EQ offers enhanced tone-shaping capabilities


Roasted maple neck showcases impressive stability


21 medium-sized frets provide fluid playability


Top-loading bridge and open gear tuners provide rock-solid tuning stability