DISC Music Man Sterling 4 Bass RW, Vintage Blue

Full Description

The supreme Sterling

A powerful legacy. This bass has been the instrument of choice for many a bassist over the years – and for good reason. Named after Ernie Ball's son Sterling, it was designed with simplicity at its heart, with a host of premium features and components helping it to perform exceptionally in any situation. Updated and ready for the stage, this instrument will open your eyes to what a bass can really do.

Pure tone

Like no other. A single Music Man humbucking pickup offers plenty of power and beautifully defined voicing to help you get the ultimate tone from your bass. Using a ceramic magnet, it delivers more than enough volume and punch, so your basslines will be able to mow through the mix with ease. It proves than one, superb quality humbucker is all you need to get the fattest bass tone imaginable.

Using the premium active 3 band EQ dials, you can also control your tone on the fly. Whether you want your bass to sound punchy and crisp, or dark, warm, and, booming, you can use these to dial in the perfect tone to suit your taste – no need to touch your amp. With this pickup and these controls at your side, your search for the perfect tone is over.

Superior maple neck

Play to perfection. With the sleek maple neck on this finely crafted bass, you'll be able to make your basslines flow into each other smoothly and with precision. From the excellent attention to detail to the super comfortable surface – this bass has everything you need to express yourself on the instrument freely. The maple wood also contributes a touch of brightness to its overall tone, giving your notes that extra definition and punch. It'll inspire you.

Coveted rosewood fretboard

Shining with quality. Smoothness, sustain, and great tone are what every serious bassist looks for in a fretboard. Luckily, this one ticks all those boxes. Made from beautiful rosewood, it has a warm tone which beefs your notes up and gives them warmth and depth. You'll also be able to make each note go further thanks to the great sustain and resonance offered by this powerful wood. And it feels sublime under your fingers.

Ready for action

It was made for the stage. Boasting an array of high quality hardware, this bass offers an incredible reliability. There's a Music Man chrome plated, hard steel bridge for unrivalled string support. And Schaller BM locking tuners ensure that your strings stay well and truly in tune whilst you play. The sturdy pickguard also helps to protect the luscious finish from scratches, whilst adding a beautiful aesthetic of its own. No matter where you take this bass, it will play like a dream.

Specifications

Body

• Model Name: Music Man Sterling 4 Bass RW
• PC: 170VPR901
• Size: 12-1/2" Wide, 1-5/8" Thick, 43-7/8" Long (31.8 Cm Wide, 4.1 Cm Thick, 111.4 Cm Long)
• Body Wood: Select Hardwards
• Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester

Neck And Fingerboard

• Scale Length: 34" (86.4 Cm)
• Neck Radius: 11" (27.9 Cm)
• Headstock Size: Only 7-5/8" (19.4 Cm) Long
• Frets: 22 - High Profile, Wide Stainless Steel
• Neck Width: 1-1/2" (38.1 Mm) At Nut, 2-1/2" (63.5 Mm) At Last Fret
• Neck Wood: Select Roasted Maple Neck

Hardware And Electronics

• Bridge: Music Man® Chrome Plated, Hardened Steel Bridge Plate With Stainless Steel Saddles
• Tuning Machines: Schaller BM, With Tapered String Posts
• Truss Rod: Adjustable - No Component Or String Removal
• Neck Attachment: 5 Bolts - Sculpted Neck Joint Allows Smooth Access To Higher Frets
• Electronic Shielding: Graphite Acrylic Resin Coated Body Cavity And Aluminum Lined Control Cover
• Controls Single Pickup, 3-Band Active Preamp; Vol, Treble, Mid, Bass; Dual Pickup, 3-Band Active Preamp; Vol, Treble, Mid, Bass
• Switching: Single Pickup - 3-Way Lever Pickup Selector
• Pickups: Music Man® Humbucking With Ceramic Magnets And Hum Cancelling Phantom Coil

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