Up for sale is a 1977 pre-Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay bass featuring its original 1977 electronics and the unmistakable punch, growl, and clarity that made the StingRay a legend.

Originally finished in color, this bass was stripped and professionally refinished in a beautiful natural finish that really highlights the ash body grain. It’s been a player’s instrument throughout its life, but one that was obviously well cared for. The neck is straight, the action is comfortable, and it plays effortlessly up and down the fingerboard.

The previous owner removed the original pickguard, so no pickguard is included, giving the bass its clean, stripped-down look.

Highlights

  • 1977 pre-Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay
  • Original 1977 electronics
  • CTS pots dated 1977
  • Original epoxy-potted pickup and preamp
  • Ash body professionally refinished in natural
  • Original “PAT. PEND.” bridge
  • Original Music Man hardshell case included
  • Comfortable, low action

Specs

  • Weight: 9.80 lbs
  • Nut Width: 1.66”
  • Neck Depth @ 1st Fret: 0.87”
  • Width @ 12th Fret: 2.22”
  • Depth @ 12th Fret: 0.95”

This is a fantastic opportunity to own an early Leo Fender-era StingRay that delivers all the classic tone and feel players expect. Whether you’re looking for a vintage workhorse or an iconic studio and stage bass, this one is ready to go.

Ships professionally packed in its original Music Man hardshell case.


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Listed3 months ago
ConditionGood (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • StingRay with Maple Fretboard
Categories
Year
  • 1977
Made In
  • United States
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Fretboard Material
  • Maple
Neck Material
  • Maple
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Active Preamp
  • Active Preamp
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Body Material
  • Ash
Number of Strings
  • 4-String
Active / Passive Pickups
  • Active Pickups
Nut Width
  • 1.6875"
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Pickup Configuration
  • H
Scale Length
  • 34"
Fretboard Radius
  • 7.25"
Color Family
  • Natural
Number of Frets
  • 21

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joesvintageguitars

Mesa, AZ, United States
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