The Official Sterling by Music Man Owners Club

[Aznslappadabass]

Play before you buy but if it sounds good it's probably a good deal. A sterling should complement a ray (or in this case a SBMM Ray) pretty well.

[Bobster]

That's an amazing price on a Sterling.

Only thing to remember, is that a Sterling sounds different than a Stingray/Ray34. A Sterling has a more agressive, in your face sort of sound and is normally a little more nasal than a Stingray/Ray34.

This video by Ed Friedland gives a great comparison of the two types of bass: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67Fo7AKwfA0

Once again, that's a great price!

Bob

[DonaldR]

Originally Posted by tastybasslines

Even if your amp is off?

Yes, the jack breaks the contact to the battery. It's acting like an on/off switch.

[tastybasslines]

Originally Posted by DonaldR

Yes, the jack breaks the contact to the battery. It's acting like an on/off switch.

OK. So it engages the battery, but doesn't there have to be string vibration (a signal) for it to actually use the battery? It's in the state of ready to be used, but not actually draining power because there is no signal?

[DonaldR]

Originally Posted by tastybasslines

OK. So it engages the battery, but doesn't there have to be string vibration (a signal) for it to actually use the battery? It's in the state of ready to be used, but not actually draining power because there is no signal?

Coming from EMG site:

How long does the battery last?
All EMG pickups and EQ systems are designed for extremely low current drain. In addition, the pickup jack (TRS) included with all models has a switch that disconnects the battery when the guitar is not plugged in. To maximize battery life, you should always unplug your guitar when it’s not in use.

Under normal playing conditions, you would probably be looking at changing the battery twice a year. If you left your guitar plugged in day and night, the battery should still last a month.

[dmeros]

Hi! Does anybody know the color code of the SB14 pickup wiring? I'm seeing a cable with five wires coming from the pickup (I was kind of expecting to see six but there are only five). The wires are green, red, white, and two black ones. One of the black ones is slightly thicker than the other wires. Anybody know which wires go to which coils?

If I can determine that I have a crazy switching thing I'm going to try. If it is cool I'll post the results.

Thanks!! Dave

[Bobster]

Hi dmeros,

This thread may help: SB14 Sterling By MM: 3 way switch problems

Bob

[dmeros]

Thanks! I've seen that thread and searched the internet far and wide with no luck. I also wrote a couple emails to the guys at Praxis with no response so far. What I am looking for is something that says something like "Red=neck coil North, Green=neck coil South, Black=bridge coil North, etc. . ." (or even better, a diagram). I actually found that info for the MM Sterling, but it's not exactly the same as the SB14.

[yayoman]

hi to everyone! i want to buy a EBMM black becuase is the only one in my city, i tried and i love it. But i play funk Rock and i dont know which one shoud i buy, because the natural finish has a Maple fingerboard and i think its better for slap............. and if i buy the natural how can i paint the body black?? please help me!!!

[tastybasslines]

Originally Posted by yayoman

hi to everyone! i want to buy a EBMM black becuase is the only one in my city, i tried and i love it. But i play funk Rock and i dont know which one shoud i buy, because the natural finish has a Maple fingerboard and i think its better for slap............. and if i buy the natural how can i paint the body black?? please help me!!!

Natural all the way for me. Especially for a funk band. Add a tort PG maybe...maple board looks great on stage...Natural baby!

[yayoman]

Originally Posted by tastybasslines

Natural all the way for me. Especially for a funk band. Add a tort PG maybe...maple board looks great on stage...Natural baby!

but for slaping wich one is more confortable the ray 34 or 35??? in fact wich one nouds best??

[Bobster]

yayoman,

The Ray34 and 35 are just the 4 and 5 string versions of the Stingray. They sound pretty similiar, but the Ray35 has a 3-position switch for series/series+filter/parallel.

The SB14 is will have a different sound, it's more treble than the Ray34/35 with a neck more like a Jazz bass.

Bob

[Pimmsley]

Thanks LM for my member number...

Does Brian still provide manufacture details from serial numbers ?

thank you

[nick g.]

Hey guise. I'll join, and here's proof of ownership:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nPbHo0DRusU

[SBMM]

PHEW!!!

Good to be back on here after NAMM! We had a super crazy show, and debuted quite a few new models and colors. Brought many new dealers onboard with us, and overall had the most successful NAMM show in years.

Here is a picture of our new for 2013 Limited Edition color for Ray34 and Ray35, Translucent White Blonde.

[SBMM]

A shot while the techs were on break.

The Ray34-TWB's are getting setup and ready to ship!

No photo can do these justice! The Ash bodies really come alive with this finish, and every one of them is unique.

[Robert B]

Originally Posted by SBMM

PHEW!!!

Good to be back on here after NAMM! We had a super crazy show, and debuted quite a few new models and colors. Brought many new dealers onboard with us, and overall had the most successful NAMM show in years.

Here is a picture of our new for 2013 Limited Edition color for Ray34 and Ray35, Translucent White Blonde.

Very nice! I want one!

[JCheung]

Hah, any chance I can get my ray34 changed to that trans-white? That's an amazing finish.

[SBMM]

We're happy to announce the all new Sterling By Music Man "Elite Dealer Network"

EDN Dealers in the USA and Canada carry our full line of Sterling By Music Man and SUB Series instruments.

All of the New for 2013 instruments are available through the EDN, including the highly anticipated addition to our John Petrucci Signature Series, the JP70 Seven String! Pre-order the instrument of your choice today through the EDN.

SPECIAL OFFER:
Anybody who purchases through the EDN and emails me a picture of their receipt for any of the new instruments will get a Sterling By Music Man T-Shirt and Hat (while supplies last!). This offer expires 4/1/2013

EDN Dealers - USA
Alto Music
Middletown, NY
sales@altomusic.com
845-692-6922

Bass Central
Casselberry, FL
sales@basscentral.com
800-545-8813

Bill’s Music House
Catonsville, MD
www.billsmusiconline.com
410-788-8900

Boogie Man Music
Ellensburg, WA
boogieman@elltel.net
509-925-7975

Capital City Guitars
Olympia, WA
www.capitalcityguitars.com
360-956-7097

Castellano’s House Of Music
Staten Island, NY
www.castellanoshouseofmusic.com
718-982-8548

CB Perkins Music
San Jose, CA
www.cbperkins.com
408-578-3428

DPS Music
Newbury Park, CA
www.go-dps.com
888-355-4377

DuBaldo Music
Manchester, CT
www.dubaldomusic.com
860-649-6205

Fountain Valley Music
Fountain Valley, CA
www.fvmusic.com
714-963-2010

Fretworks!
Yuma, AZ
www.fretworksmusic.com
928-248-4048

Hero Music
El Paso, TX
www.heromusicusa.com
915-594-4999

Island Music Co.
La Plata, MD
www.islandmusicco.com
866-416-8670

Kenny’s Music
Dana Point, CA
www.kennysmusicstore.com
949-661-3984

Meredith Music/Bass Place
Peoria, AZ
www.thebassplace.com
623-583-2911

Music Man
Anchorage, AK
info@musicmanstore.com
800-478-PLAY

Northeast Music Center
Dickson City, PA
www.nemusiccenter.com
570-483-4184

Portman’s Music
Savannah/Augusta, GA
www.portmansmusic.com
800-241-0101

Pro Audio Land
L.A., CA
www.ProAudioLand.com
877-671-2200

Pritchard Music
Gaithersburg, MD
www.pritchardmusic.com
301-355-8079

Riff City Guitar
St. Joseph, MO
www.riffcityguitaroutlet.com
877-260-7301

Sounds Cheap Music
Pleasant Hill, MO
www.soundscheapmusic.com
816-987-2030

The Perfect Guitar
Baton Rouge, LA
www.theperfectguitar.com
877-751-4339

Total Music Source
Cape Coral, FL
www.totalmusicsource.com
877-386-6471

TrueTone Music
Santa Monica, CA
www.truetonemusic.com
310-393-8232

Woodsy’s Music
Kent, OH
www.woodsys.com
800-468-1525

EDN DEALERS - CANADA

Steve’s Music
Montreal, QC Canada
www.stevesmusic.com
877-978-3837

MSP Musique
St. Nicolas, QC Canada
www.mspmusique.com
418-831-9010

L.A. Music
Mississauga, ON
www.lamusic.ca
877-744-6832

Wentworth Music
Kelowna, BC
www.wentworthmusic.ca
888-860-2751

[yayoman]

i dont know wich one buy, i tried the sterling but not the ibanez, but it seems to be a good bass. what shoud i do??