Sterling by Music Man SB14 Sterling Bass - Blue Pearl

The Sterling by Music Man SB14 Bass in Blue Pearl is a modern passive powerhouse that channels the essence of its iconic U.S.-made Music Man lineage. If you’re looking for a bass that cuts through the mix with vintage thump and clarity without the fuss of active electronics, this is your groove machine. Its foundation is a resonant soft maple body, known for delivering a tight low end and articulate highs, making it comfortable for long sets and tonally balanced across genres.

The tone is driven by a single Alnico V parallel humbucker—the classic configuration designed to produce exceptional warmth and dynamic response. This pickup setup is streamlined through simple master volume and tone controls, giving you direct, no-nonsense access to a full-bodied voice that holds steady for rock, funk, jazz, and everything in between. The SB14 carries the torch of the original Sterling, a model known for its slightly smaller body and neck profile that many players find faster and more comfortable than its contemporaries. It stands as a testament to the classic Sterling design, a legacy utilized by iconic players on the original model, such as Colin Greenwood of Radiohead. This is pure, unadulterated bass tone, ready to plug in and rumble.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

Highlights

• Passive powerhouse tone delivered by a single Alnico V humbucker.

• Resonant soft maple body for comfort and focused tonal balance.

• Fan-favorite smaller Sterling body and slim neck profile for lightning-fast playability.

• Classic 2-knob layout (Volume/Tone) for straightforward, versatile sound control.

• Stunning, stage-ready Blue Pearl finish with a rock-solid 5-bolt hard maple neck.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Soft Maple

• Neck Wood: Hard Maple

• Left/Right Handed: Right-Handed

• Fretboard Wood: Rosewood

• Scale Length: 34” (86.4cm)

• Fretboard Radius: 9.5" (24 cm)

• Fretboard Inlay/Material: White Dot Markers / Polyphenylene Sulfide Nut

• Neck Profile: Fan-Favorite Slim Profile

• Finish: Gloss Blue Pearl (Body)

• Hardware: Chrome

• Tuners: Open Gear

• Bridge Pickup: H - 1 Alnico V Humbucker

• Electronics: Passive (Master Volume, Master Tone)

• Bridge: Sterling by Music Man-Designed Bridge

• Manufacturer Part Number: ST-SB14-BLP-R1

All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup. Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!