Sterling by Music Man StingRay Short Scale Charging Green

Comfort shouldn’t come at the expense of authority and the Sterling by Music Man StingRay short-scale electric bass guitar proves you can have both. Built around a 30″ scale, this compact StingRay delivers a familiar punch with reduced reach and string tension, making long sets and fast passages feel effortless. A lightweight nyatoh body and roasted maple neck keep the response quick and balanced, while a powerful neodymium humbucker and flexible onboard switching give you everything from tight, modern attack to deep, classic low end all in a bass designed for everyday playing.

Neodymium Humbucker Delivers Punch and Definition

At the heart of the StingRay short-scale is a Sterling by Music Man-designed neodymium humbucker. Its strong magnetic field produces bold output with tight lows and clear mids, helping notes stay focused even at higher volumes. Whether you’re locking into a groove or pushing more aggressive lines, the pickup delivers consistent clarity and attack.

Push/Push Boost and Rotary Switching Expand Your Tone

A push/push volume boost gives you instant extra output for accents, fills or moments that need to stand out. The 3-way rotary selector lets you switch the humbucker between parallel, true single-coil and series modes, offering bright snap, classic StingRay-style bite or thicker low-end weight. This setup makes it easy to shape your sound without reaching for pedals.

Simple Control Layout Keeps You Focused on the Groove

With just volume, tone and the rotary selector, adjustments are fast and intuitive. The boost is built directly into the volume control, so changes happen with a single motion. Everything sits within easy reach of your picking hand, supporting quick tweaks mid-song without breaking your flow.

Short-Scale Design With Stable, Roadworthy Construction

The nyatoh body keeps weight down while maintaining durability, paired with a roasted maple neck and fingerboard that resist humidity and temperature changes. A 6-bolt neck joint adds rigidity and sustain, while open-gear tuners provide reliable tuning stability. The result is a bass that feels solid, balanced and comfortable through long rehearsals and gigs.

A Compact StingRay for Players Who Value Feel and Tone

If you want the unmistakable StingRay voice in a more approachable, short-scale format, this model delivers a confident solution. Its comfortable scale length, powerful pickup and flexible electronics make it ideal for players who want fast playability without giving up low-end presence whether you’re practicing at home, tracking in the studio or holding down the groove on stage.

Features

• Short-scale StingRay bass delivers classic punch with reduced reach
• 30″ scale keeps string tension tight for fast technical playing
• Roasted maple neck resists warping during heavy touring or recording
• Sterling neodymium humbucker gives aggressive attack and strong low end
• Push-push volume boost cuts through dense live mixes onstage
• 3-way rotary switch delivers parallel, single-coil, and series wiring
• 22 medium frets allow precise intonation for complex lines
• Sterling bridge design holds tuning under heavy right-hand attack
• 6-bolt neck joint adds stability for frequent string changes and setups
• Open-gear tuners enable fast changes between alternate tunings on set breaks
• Nyatoh body keeps weight low for long rehearsals or multi-set gigs

Body

• Body construction: Solid body
• Body wood: Nyatoh
• Pickguard: Parchment

Neck

• Neck construction: Bolt-on (6-bolt pattern)
• Neck wood: Roasted maple
• Truss rod: Dual action
• Scale length: 30.00″
• Neck radius: 9.50″
• Neck width at nut: 1.50″
• Neck width at last fret: 2.44″

Fingerboard

• Material: Roasted maple
• Number of frets: 22
• Fret type: Medium
• Fret markers: Black dot inlays

Electronics

• Configuration: H
• Pickup: Sterling by Music Man-designed neodymium humbucker
• Controls: Master volume with push/push boost, master tone
• Switching: 3-way rotary switch (parallel, single-coil, series)

Hardware

• Bridge type: Sterling by Music Man-designed bridge
• Tuning machines: Open-gear tuners

Other

• Number of strings: 4
• Strings: Ernie Ball 2852 Regular Slinky Short Scale Bass
• Case: Sold separately

All instruments are setup to factory spec and inspected before shipping. Player preference may vary and instruments may need additional adjustments to accommodate those preferences. Setups are not applicable for free returns.
We offer the option to upgrade to a Plek setup at a discounted rate when purchasing an instrument. To learn more about Plek, please message us, or call at: 740-522-0277.Plek add-ons are non-refundable once completed. In the event of a return, a refund will be issued minus the cost of the Plek and any other add-on services.