I've had this listed on other sites at a higher price. Getting a little more serious about selling, so listing it here for less. Not really looking for trades, but I love trying out new gear. Have some other basses/amps I might be willing to package in a 2 for 1 trade. Not looking for anything in particular, but open to basses, amps, recording gear, etc. Never know unless you ask - I'm always willing to talk!
According to the Ernie Ball Music Man site, this bass was produced on July 13, 1988, making this a very early production Stingray 5. The earliest date I've been able to find on these basses is early June. Weight is 10 lbs, 7.7 oz on my postal scale. Not a lightweight, but balances pretty well, especially with a wider strap.
I'll start with the good news: this bass plays and sounds fantastic. Low b has always been tight and punchy, and truss rod adjusts as it should, with low action. Neck profile is a little more on the "wide-flat" side of things compared to newer Stingray 5's I've owned int eh past. The Alnico pickup has a very meaty, organic tone. The 3 band EQ is flexible and provides substantial tone shaping, giving different shades to the basic Stingray tone.
The not so good news (or cool mojo if you think like me): there is lots of real, honest, player wear, and at some point many moons ago this bass suffered a fall or some other cataclysmic damage to its body. As shown in the pics, there is a chunk of wood on the back by the output jack that has been replaced. According to the previous owner, who bought it from the *original* owner (who bought it new from Manny's Music in NYC), it was used regularly with a country act, which may be the origin of the HB initials scratched into the body. The repair is very well done though, and there is no perceptible joint on the back of the body (i.e. you can see it but not feel it), or obvious refinish. As a result of the accident, the pickguard was replaced with a WD music aftermarket guard. The preamp sounds and appears original to me, but I'm including pics so any buyers can make their own judgments. There is one bridge saddle screw that does not adjust, the bridge height is set well for most folks. As part of the player wear, there are also small chips and dings throughout, including a couple on the back of the neck. One knob is also non-original and was replaced during the massive repair job that took place.
Some fret wear, but has always set up well, with good string height and a straight neck - truss functions as it should. The tone of this bass is on the warm side compared to other Stingrays I've owned and played in the past. It records very organically, almost like a super punchy and clear sounding passive bass.
Price of $1100 includes shipping in a non-original hardshell case (Musicians Gear tweed).
According to the Ernie Ball Music Man site, this bass was produced on July 13, 1988, making this a very early production Stingray 5. The earliest date I've been able to find on these basses is early June. Weight is 10 lbs, 7.7 oz on my postal scale. Not a lightweight, but balances pretty well, especially with a wider strap.
I'll start with the good news: this bass plays and sounds fantastic. Low b has always been tight and punchy, and truss rod adjusts as it should, with low action. Neck profile is a little more on the "wide-flat" side of things compared to newer Stingray 5's I've owned int eh past. The Alnico pickup has a very meaty, organic tone. The 3 band EQ is flexible and provides substantial tone shaping, giving different shades to the basic Stingray tone.
The not so good news (or cool mojo if you think like me): there is lots of real, honest, player wear, and at some point many moons ago this bass suffered a fall or some other cataclysmic damage to its body. As shown in the pics, there is a chunk of wood on the back by the output jack that has been replaced. According to the previous owner, who bought it from the *original* owner (who bought it new from Manny's Music in NYC), it was used regularly with a country act, which may be the origin of the HB initials scratched into the body. The repair is very well done though, and there is no perceptible joint on the back of the body (i.e. you can see it but not feel it), or obvious refinish. As a result of the accident, the pickguard was replaced with a WD music aftermarket guard. The preamp sounds and appears original to me, but I'm including pics so any buyers can make their own judgments. There is one bridge saddle screw that does not adjust, the bridge height is set well for most folks. As part of the player wear, there are also small chips and dings throughout, including a couple on the back of the neck. One knob is also non-original and was replaced during the massive repair job that took place.
Some fret wear, but has always set up well, with good string height and a straight neck - truss functions as it should. The tone of this bass is on the warm side compared to other Stingrays I've owned and played in the past. It records very organically, almost like a super punchy and clear sounding passive bass.
Price of $1100 includes shipping in a non-original hardshell case (Musicians Gear tweed).
