{"product_id":"1978-music-man-stingray-bass-vintage-sunburst-pre-ernie-ball-2-band-eq-w-fender-hsc","title":"1978 Music Man StingRay Bass Vintage Sunburst Pre-Ernie Ball 2-Band EQ w\/ Fender HSC","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 1978 Music Man StingRay Bass – Vintage Sunburst | Pre-Ernie Ball | Fender HSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1978 Music Man StingRay Bass in Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon-original Fender hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a genuine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epre-Ernie Ball StingRay from the original 1970s Music Man era\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring many of the specifications that make these early basses so desirable: the classic Music Man humbucker, original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-band active EQ with black epoxy-covered preamp, 3-bolt neck plate, non-contoured slab-style body, and maple fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe StingRay was one of the defining bass designs of the 1970s, combining a powerful active electronics package with a huge humbucking pickup and unmistakable styling. These early pre-Ernie Ball examples have developed a serious following among players and collectors looking for the sound and feel of the original StingRay design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular bass is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, professionally set up, and ready to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bass shows honest cosmetic wear consistent with a vintage instrument from 1978, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight surface scratches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDings throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish checking in various areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal signs of age and use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with no modifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is straight and stable, and the original frets remain in excellent condition with virtually no wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier and plays cleanly across the fingerboard with comfortable action and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno buzzing or dead spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon-original Fender hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is included and is in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Music Man StingRay Bass\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1978\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-Ernie Ball\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e B007545\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e D Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.66\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .81\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .97\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Music Man Humbucker\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original 2-Band Active EQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreamp:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Black Epoxy-Covered Preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Joint:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3-Bolt\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Non-Contoured \/ Slab Style\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9 lbs 8 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Non-Original Fender Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Ernie Ball StingRay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe early Music Man StingRay occupies an important place in electric bass history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduced during the 1970s, the StingRay paired a large humbucking pickup with active electronics, producing a powerful and immediately recognizable voice that was very different from the passive bass designs that dominated the preceding decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1978 example predates Ernie Ball's acquisition of Music Man\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, placing it firmly within the original pre-Ernie Ball production era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese early StingRays have their own distinctive specifications and character, making clean and original examples increasingly appealing to vintage bass enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal 2-Band Active Electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining features of a vintage StingRay is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal 2-band active electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of the large Music Man humbucker and active bass and treble controls gives the instrument tremendous output and tonal authority while maintaining excellent clarity and attack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis bass retains its desirable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal black epoxy-covered preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an important feature of these early instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe electronics allow the natural character of the pickup to be shaped from deep and powerful to bright, aggressive, and cutting without losing the unmistakable StingRay identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic StingRay Tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is very little mistaking a great StingRay in a mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Music Man humbucker produces a muscular low end, aggressive midrange, and crisp attack with excellent note definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDig in harder and the bass responds with the punchy, percussive character that helped make the StingRay famous. Back off and it can deliver warmer, rounder tones while retaining excellent articulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe active 2-band EQ further expands that range, making the bass equally effective for fingerstyle, pick playing, and slap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's a sound that has remained relevant across \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efunk, rock, pop, R\u0026amp;B, punk, fusion, and countless other styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Neck \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe maple fingerboard and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD-shaped neck profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e give this StingRay a substantial but comfortable vintage feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur measurements are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.66\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1st Fret Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .81\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12th Fret Depth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e .97\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck begins relatively streamlined at the lower frets and gradually fills out as you move toward the upper register.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original frets remain in excellent condition, and the bass has been professionally set up for smooth, clean playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 lbs 8 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it has the solid feel expected from an original ’70s StingRay while remaining comfortable and nicely balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most important aspects of this particular bass is its originality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, retaining the components that define an authentic late-1970s StingRay, including its original pickup and active electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a vintage instrument approaching five decades old, finding an example that has avoided major modifications, repairs, and replacement electronics is especially desirable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cosmetic scratches, dings, and finish checking remain part of the bass's natural history rather than being artificially recreated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-Original Fender Hard-Shell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon-original Fender hard-shell case in excellent condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile not original to the instrument, the case provides significantly better protection for storage, travel, and shipping than a gig bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bass will be professionally packed inside the hard-shell case for safe transport to its next owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparency \u0026amp; Photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact instrument—no stock photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly show the scratches, dings, finish checking, and other cosmetic wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe don't just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of our customers tell us their instruments arrive in better condition than expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Guitar Chimp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 years of experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery bass is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are experts at shipping and have safely shipped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethousands of guitars and basses all over the world\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy with confidence knowing your instrument will arrive safely and exactly as described.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📞 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall\/Text:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (801) 317-9013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💬 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMessage anytime—we’re always happy to help!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1978 Music Man StingRay in Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a fantastic example of an original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epre-Ernie Ball StingRay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, retaining its original humbucker, sought-after 2-band active electronics with black epoxy-covered preamp, 3-bolt neck construction, and classic ’70s StingRay character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its honest vintage wear, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% original configuration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, excellent original frets, and professionally set-up playability, this is equally appealing as a serious player's bass or an addition to a vintage Music Man collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enon-original Fender hard-shell case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and ready for its next owner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎸 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerald – Guitar Chimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding The Finest Guitars, Basses \u0026amp; Amps Since 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Music Man","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42432614629431,"sku":"083026gtr8","price":4799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_5612_7b989805-36a8-4b62-b594-736616c63dce.jpg?v=1788725246","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/1978-music-man-stingray-bass-vintage-sunburst-pre-ernie-ball-2-band-eq-w-fender-hsc","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}