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I have owned both a Stingray 5HH and a US Sterling H and gigged them sometimes 4-5 x a week playing in a busy hard working country band. While I loved them both, I tended to favor the Sterling. The smaller, lighter body was more comfortable and the tone was more balanced. The Stingray had a ton of low end and I loved playing it on big stages that had the massive powerful subs, but the Sterling could not only bring the boom but also be very articulate. It just felt dialed in no matter what the room or the PA was like. Whether I play finger style, or with a pick or thumb, It just does everything so well. I have since sold the Stingray to a close friend. I still have the Sterling.

 

[pb9717]

+1 on the sterling. I’ ve A/B’d the two many times, and the sterling always came out on top to me too. Sound, smaller neck and body, 3 way switch for different tones. Always came away with a preference on the sterling. I just wish there were more light weight ones. It’s surprising how heavy even the smaller body sterling can be. Under 9lbs is a rare find.

 

[BigBigGuy44]

This is pre-Stingray Specials but it was from an email EBMM sent out:

Thread 'Stingray vs. Sterling? This what EBMM has to say.'

Feb 14, 2017

Lot of threads recently about these two basses. Just saw this in an email from EBMM and thought it was worth sharing. Enjoy!

StingRay Bass vs. Sterling Bass Comparison
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Here at Music Man we’ve become known for our heritage of quality bass guitars. From the long-running flagship StingRay Bass to the futuristic envelope pushing Bongo Bass, we’ve always had a consistent vision to fulfill the needs of the discerning bassist, as well as...

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[Smooth_bass88]

I've owned both (90s, USA). They sound pretty much the same. It's the same tonewoods, pickups and preamp. The 'ling has a few more (albeit subtle) tonal options than the 'Ray.