Sterling by Music Man Bongo 4 – Firemist Purple Satin

Model: ST-BONGO-FMPS-R2

The iconic Bongo bass, now available from Sterling by Music Man, delivers the same modern design and performance players know and love. With a roasted maple neck, contoured body, and deep cutaways, the Bongo offers exceptional comfort and upper-register access. Its dual humbuckers, pickup blend control, and 2-band active EQ make it a powerhouse of tone and versatility.

Finish Options

• Firemist Purple Satin
• Stealth Black

Comfort Meets Performance

A modern masterpiece, the Bongo is designed for both comfort and expression. Its roasted maple neck and rosewood fingerboard offer a smooth, fast feel, while the sleek body contour ensures effortless playability across all 24 frets.

Versatile Electronics

Equipped with HH ceramic humbuckers, a pickup blend control, and a 2-band active preamp, the Bongo 4 string delivers everything from punchy lows to clear highs with precision and power—perfect for any modern bassist.

Defy the Norm

The Bongo isn’t afraid to stand out. Its futuristic body design, color-matched headstock, and bold finish options make it a true statement piece on stage or in the studio.

Sterling by Music Man Bongo 4 – Specifications

• Model: BONGO4
• Body Wood: Indonesian Mahogany
• Body Color: Firemist Purple (FMPS), Stealth Black (SBK)
• Bridge: Sterling by Music Man-designed Bridge
• Pickguard: Black
• Scale Length: 34” (86.4 cm)
• Neck Radius: 12" (30 cm)
• Frets: 24
• Neck Width: 1.77” (45 mm) at the nut, 2.80” (71.2 mm) at the last fret
• Neck Wood: Roasted Maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Fret Markers: White dot
• Tuning Machines: Open gear
• Truss Rod: Dual action
• Neck Attachment: 6-bolt pattern
• Controls: 2-band active preamp
• Switching: Pickup blend control
• Pickups: HH – 2 ceramic humbuckers
• Strings: Ernie Ball 2836 Regular Slinky
• Gig Bag: Not included

This item is a "B-Stock Guitar" directly from the manufacturer. It is NEW Stock that has never been owned. Pictures are of the actual guitar you will receive.

A "B-Stock Guitar" is a guitar that won't have structural or playability issues but could possibly have some particular minor cosmetic flaw which can keep it from passing the rigorous inspection process put in place by the guitar manufacturer. These guitars do not come with manufacture warranty.

we will have our licensed tech go over the guitar and set it up for you. We noticed a scratch on the top on and by pickguard. (see pictures)