Used Music Man StingRay

🇺🇸Music Man1976–presentStill in productionAlso known as: StingRay, EBMM StingRay, StingRay 4
For sale now:3373 listings
Price range:$1,495–$4,240
Most common:good

About the Music Man StingRay

The Music Man StingRay was designed by Leo Fender after he left Fender, and it shows — it took everything he learned and pushed it forward. The active preamp (one of the first in a production bass), chunky humbucker, and 3+1 headstock gave bassists a louder, punchier, more modern-sounding option than the passive Fender basses. StingRays are built to extremely high standards and they hold value well. The used market for StingRays is active but prices tend to stay firm because demand is consistent.

Body Style

Solid body, offset

Tone Character

Aggressive, punchy, bright; the active preamp adds modern presence

Notable Players

Flea, Louis Johnson, John Deacon, Tony Levin

Buying Guide

  • 1StingRay basses have active electronics powered by a 9V battery. Check the battery compartment for corrosion — a dead battery left inside can cause damage.
  • 2Pre-Ernie Ball StingRays (1976-1984) are collectible and have a slightly different tone character. Post-Ernie Ball models are more consistent in quality.
  • 3The 3-band EQ StingRay (post-1987) is more versatile than the 2-band original. Both are great, but the 3-band is easier to dial in for live use.

Typical Used Price Range

$800–$2,500based on recent market data

Prices vary based on year, condition, modifications, and seller. This range represents the majority of used listings we track across multiple marketplaces.

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