Sterling RAY4-BK – StingRay 4-String Active Bass Guitar | Black
STERLING STINGRAY RAY4 4-STRING BASS GUITAR — BLACK: The ST-RAY4-BK-M1 delivers the iconic StingRay bass experience a...
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STERLING STINGRAY RAY4 4-STRING BASS GUITAR — BLACK: The ST-RAY4-BK-M1 delivers the iconic StingRay bass experience at an accessible level — featuring a basswood body, hard maple neck, hard maple fingerboard, and a striking all-black finish with black pickguard for a sleek, stage-ready appearance.
LOW-NOISE CERAMIC HUMBUCKER FOR POWERFUL, ARTICULATE BASS TONE: A single precision-voiced ceramic humbucker in H configuration captures deep, punchy bass frequencies with low noise — delivering the powerful, articulate low-end tone that has made the StingRay series a trusted choice for bassists across all genres.
9V 2-BAND ACTIVE PREAMP FOR PRECISE ON-BOARD EQ CONTROL: The onboard 9V active preamp with 2-band EQ provides dedicated bass and treble controls — allowing players to shape their tone actively and dial in punchy, cutting sounds ideal for live performance, rehearsal, and studio recording sessions.
FULLY ADJUSTABLE HEAVY-DUTY FIXED BRIDGE FOR SOLID SUSTAIN & INTONATION: The heavy-duty fully adjustable fixed bridge delivers enhanced sustain, precise intonation control, and reliable string stability — ensuring consistent performance and solid low-end response across every playing style and string gauge.
21 MEDIUM FRETS ON 9.5" RADIUS MAPLE FINGERBOARD WITH 6-BOLT NECK ATTACHMENT: The 9.5" fingerboard radius and 21 medium frets offer a comfortable, responsive playing surface suited for both fingerstyle and pick technique — while the 6-bolt neck attachment provides maximum rigidity and enhanced resonance transfer.
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| Barcode | 852956007592 |
| Model | ST-RAY4-BK-M1 |
| Country of Origin | Indonesia |
| Color | Black |
| Build | Basswood Body / Hard Maple Neck / Hard Maple Fingerboard |
| Dimensions | 34.3 × 114.3 × 3.8 CM |
| Item Weight | 4.08 KG |
| Series | StingRay RAY4 |
| Tech Specs |
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| Strings: 4-String Configuration |
| Body: Basswood |
| Neck: Hard Maple — 6-Bolt Attachment / Single-Action Truss Rod |
| Fingerboard: Hard Maple — 9.5" Radius |
| Fret Markers: Black Dot Markers |
| Frets: 21 Medium Profile Frets |
| Scale Length: 34" (86.4cm) |
| Nut Width: 1.5" (38mm) |
| Neck Width at Last Fret: 2.44" (62mm) |
| Pickup: H — 1x Ceramic Humbucker (Low-Noise) |
| Tonal Character: Powerful Articulate Low-End with Active Punch |
| Controls: 2-Band Active EQ Preamp (Bass & Treble) |
| Bridge: Fully Adjustable Heavy-Duty Fixed Bridge |
| Tuners: Open Gear Tuning Machines |
| Pickguard: Black |
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About This Product
The Sterling ST-RAY4-BK-M1 is a 4-string bass guitar from the iconic StingRay RAY4 series by Sterling by Music Man, finished in a bold Black with matching black pickguard. Built on a solid basswood body, it combines the legendary StingRay design with accessible craftsmanship suited for beginner and intermediate bassists. The hard maple neck with single-action truss rod ensures reliable stability, while the hard maple fingerboard delivers bright, clear tone across 21 medium frets on a 9.5" radius. A single low-noise ceramic humbucker captures the signature StingRay punch, driven further by the onboard 9V 2-band active preamp for precise bass and treble shaping. The fully adjustable heavy-duty fixed bridge ensures solid sustain and accurate intonation, while open gear tuners maintain stable string tension. Pre-fitted with .045–.105 bass strings.