The Holy Grail of Funk & Rock History.

Up for sale is a stunning, 100% all-original 1977 Music Man StingRay 4-string bass. This is a prime example of the early "Pre-Ernie Ball" era, featuring the legendary Leo Fender design that changed the bass world forever.

Key Features & Condition:

  • Originality: Every single part is original to the instrument. No modifications, no route repairs
  • Original Finish: This bass retains its authentic original finish. As you can see in the photos and video, the finish is vintage-thin, allowing the wood to breathe and resonate beautifully.
  • Natural Relic: There is honest aesthetic wear (finish chipping and checking) that perfectly captures its nearly 50-year history. This is true vintage character that "relic" shops try to imitate.
  • Playability & Sound: The neck is straight, the frets have plenty of life, and the electronics are punchy and clean. It delivers that iconic, massive StingRay "mwah" and growl that defined an era.

Shipping & Communication:

  • Global Shipping: I am experienced in international shipping. The bass will be bulletproof-packed and shipped via a reliable courier to ensure it arrives safely anywhere in the world.
  • Sound Sample: I have a dedicated demo video on YouTube. If you would like to hear this beast in action, please send me a message, and I will gladly share the link with you.

This item is sold As-Described

This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.

Listed7 months ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • StingRay with Maple Fretboard
Finish
  • black
Categories
Year
  • 1977
Made In
  • United States
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Fretboard Material
  • Maple
Neck Material
  • Maple
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Active Preamp
  • Active Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Material
  • Ash
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Active Pickups
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Nut Width
  • 1.6875"
Color Family
  • Black
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Pickup Configuration
  • H
Scale Length
  • 34"
Fretboard Radius
  • 7.25"
Number of Frets
  • 21

Product safety information may be available here.

Holy One Music

Gangnam-Gu, Korea, Republic of
Joined Reverb:2016

Reverb Protection

Simple Returns, Secure Transactions, Human Support

Learn more

Secure Checkout

Promoted similar listings













Product reviews

Reverb Gives

Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music.

Oops, looks like you forgot something. Please check the fields highlighted in red.