{"product_id":"music-man-stingray-special-5-hh-bass-guitar-speed-blue","title":"Music Man StingRay Special 5 HH Bass Guitar - Speed Blue","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRock The Stage With The Music Man Stingray Special 5 HH Bass Guitar In Speed Blue \u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe first bass designed by Ernie Ball Music Man, the Stingray 5 was unveiled in 1987 and has been an industry standard for extended range basses ever since. With its powerful punchy sound, the added flexibility of additional pickups and a comfortably contoured body the StingRay5 satisfies even the most demanding of players.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRebuilt From The Ground Up\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eOptimized, modernized, yet so familiar, the new StingRay bass is tailor-made for today's most discerning players\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5-Bold Sculpted Neck Joint\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sculpted neck joint provides uninhibited access to all 22 stainless steel frets atop roasted maple necks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRefined Body Contours\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhanced body contours are rounded for more comfort in any playing position while retaining that revered, iconic StingRay sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePowerful Neodymium Pickups\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new and improved StingRay electronics feature powerful neodymium magnets, bringing you more output and a wider range of sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNew 18-Volt Preamp\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA newly designed 18-volt 3-Band preamp for extra clean headroom lets you dial in everything from modern punch to classic, vintage tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLightweight Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe overall reduction in weight is a much-welcomed feature of the new Stingray Special. Select body woods, improved contours, and lightweight hardware provide greater overall balance for extra comfort and a more enjoyable playing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRe-Engineered Hardware\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eReengineered lightweight tuning machines create a more balanced neck while still providing ultra-reliable tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13-3\/8\" wide (34.0 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1-5\/8\" thick (4.1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45-3\/4\" long (116.2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Wood: Select Hardwoods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Finish: High gloss polyester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Vintage Music Man® top loaded chrome plated, steel bridge plate with vintage nickel plated steel saddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: White Pearloid (dependent on body color)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 34\" (86.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Radius: 11\" (27.9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadstock Size: Only 9\" (22.9 cm) long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrets: 22 - High profile, wide, Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Width: 1-3\/4\" (44.5 mm) at nut 2-3\/4\"\" (69.9 mm) at last fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Wood: Select roasted maple neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard: Fretted - Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Finish: Gunstock oil and hand-rubbed special wax blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Colors: Standard - Natural with finished headstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTruss Rod: Adjustable - no component or string removal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Attachment: 5 bolts - perfect alignment with no shifting; Sculpted neck joint allows smooth access to higher frets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectronic Shielding: Graphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum lined pickguard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: 3-band active preamp with 18 volts of headroom; vol, treble, mid, bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitching: Dual Pickup - 5-way lever pickup selector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickups: Dual Humbucking with Neodymium magnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrings: 45w-65w-80w-100w-130w (Regular Slinky Bass #2836)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\nManufacturer: Music Man\u003cbr\u003eModel: 208-DS-20-05-CS-BM\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I647478-0-WHXA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music Man","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":39420859875391,"sku":"I647478-N","price":2599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/0972\/9087\/files\/736ecd12-d583-4d62-8ce6-3bbd29083f94.png?v=1739469760","url":"https:\/\/chucklevins.com\/products\/music-man-stingray-special-5-hh-bass-guitar-speed-blue","provider":"Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}