Musicman Stingray Club, Part IV!

[Session1969]

Originally Posted by pbass6811

What's up guys n' gals? After a variety of 4 & 5 string 'Ray's & Sterlings over my bass career, I've decided to come on back..
Well, actually, NBD was yesterday, but I literally got off work, ran to the store, bought the bass(it was pretty much unplayable when they took it off the wall, so I had them do a quick neck adjustment so I could at least play it.), ran home, kissed my wife & son, and headed to the gig I have on Thursday nights. So, here it is...







Pros:
LOVE the way this one sounds and feels! Even though I've had other Stingray 5s, and I still need to set this one up, I like the way the maple neck speaks.

Cons:
HATE gold hardware! Will EB sell hardware? If they do, I'll try to pick up some Stealth hardware. Although that will still leave the pickups with the gold pole pieces, I think I can live with that. If they won't, I gotta find an alternative...

Anyway, that's my new bass. Glad to be back...

I love the way your bass looks. Especially the gold hardware.

[ChrisHooker]

Originally Posted by pbass6811

HATE gold hardware! Will EB sell hardware? If they do, I'll try to pick up some Stealth hardware. Although that will still leave the pickups with the gold pole pieces, I think I can live with that. If they won't, I gotta find an alternative...

I think she's gorgeous! If you need an alternative, maybe sell her to me to fund a new one? haha

It's funny, the thing I would be looking for if she were mine, would be a replacement bridge/tailpiece assembly with a mute kit.

[fivestringgecko]

Originally Posted by Session1969

I'm in ! I received my Stingray a couple days ago and like it alot. It's an '05 with a 1980 pre-EB preamp and the Nordy Pup. Bassman28 sold it to me. It has a nice classic look and sounds very nice.

448. Session1969

Sweet!

Originally Posted by pbass6811

HATE gold hardware! Will EB sell hardware?

***GASP!!!*** How can you SAY that?! NO NUMBER FOR YOU!!!

(kidding, kidding) lol

449. pbass6811

Unless you are really dead set against gold hardware, you might consider leaving it... EB doesn't offer gold hardware even on custom orders (I tried), they only put gold hardware on limited run special edition models. Just a thought.

5sg.

[Session1969]

Thanks, I had a second go with her at practice and I'm stoked on how the preamp starts out darker compared to what I was expecting. From what I understand , the preamp is boost only so better to have it that way.

[68Goldfish]

Here's a pic of my first Stingray that I picked up a little over a week ago. Actually I traded a MM sterling for it with another TB'er. I've taken it to one full band practice where I played it though a friends Orange 1x15 combo. It sounded pretty awesome to say the least. Massive punch and deep lows that I'm not used to with my passive fender P. I just slapped a new set of Sunbeams on it and it sounds sweet. Now I've got some major gas for a black/maple classic.

[cristian MM93]

[cristian MM93]

[SecretCityGuy]

I am buying this bass right here

2012 Musicman Stingray 5 HH - LE India Ivory

[68Goldfish]

Originally Posted by SecretCityGuy

I am buying this bass right here

2012 Musicman Stingray 5 HH - LE India Ivory

Wow, that thing is a beauty! I've never liked the looks of the SR5's, primarily because of the shape of the pickguard but that thing looks awesome.

[SecretCityGuy]

Yeah when I first laid eyes on it, I knew I had to have it! I have a fetish for white basses!

[shakman]

So here is my stingray with the aforementioned white pearl pickguard that I had to cut for HH.

I also cut the shell as well. The gold one pictured below didn't work with the scheme, so if anyone is interested in a brand new Gold Rush pickguard from Chandler guitars in HS format, pm me.

Originally Posted by shakman

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[shakman]

Originally Posted by shakman

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Pic didn't upload last post, here it is.

[shakman]

Originally Posted by shakman

Pic didn't upload last post, here it is.

Not working, look on page 6 for pic.

[68Goldfish]

That looks great Shak! I gigged my SR4 for the first time last night. Ran it through my GK 800rb and my trusty old peavey 2x15 cab. Sounded very tight and punchy. Love the clarity and the oomph of the E string. Had the dancefloor shaking all night.

[fivestringgecko]

+1

I (almost) always like a white pearl better than a regular white one. Nice job on the mod Shak.

Got Goldfish and cristian in:

450. 68Goldfish
451. cristian MM93

5sg.

[fivestringgecko]

Originally Posted by SecretCityGuy

I am buying this bass right here

2012 Musicman Stingray 5 HH - LE India Ivory

+1, very nice! It's close to my heart, put a vintage pearl pickguard on it and it would be almost identical to mine. I'm jealous of the painted headstock.

Post a pic when you get it and I'll get you added!

5sg.

[Britbonic]

Normally I don't like white and gold but this one's a beauty!

BTW, late to post here but here's my recently purchased 2012 PDN SR5. 9.2 lbs of 5 string goodness. My first Musicman. Tried many. Needless to say I am loving it!

http://www.themusiczoo.com/product/1...s-Honeyburst-/

[68Goldfish]

Wow, that thing is to fine. I'd be afraid to take it out of the house.

[Britbonic]

Thanks. It is beautiful but it's meant to be played. Haven't had chance to use on gig yet but several rehearsals. Will only bring to a gig where I can keep an eye on it.

[hogbob]

Got one just like it - love it - my Main now