Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5H bass guitar. First introduced in 1976, the StingRay has become one of the most iconic bass guitars in history. The Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Special 5H Maple Fingerboard 5-String Electric Bass provides a modern level of playing comfort while retaining that revered iconic StingRay 5 sound. The instrument's rounded contour provides comfort in any playing position, a sculpted neck joint provides uninhibited upper fret access to all 22 stainless steel frets, and lightweight aluminum hardware provides a lighter more balanced instrument. Improved StingRay electronics feature more powerful neodymium magnets for increased output and an 18-volt preamp for extra clean headroom without clipping. Solid roadworthy construction, elegant pickguard, 4+1 tuning key configuration, and the ever popular Music Man humbucking pickup, all of which combined produce a look, feel and sound that is remarkably unmistakable. Features - Lightweight ash body - Rounded arm contour for more comfort at different playing positions - 5-bolt contoured neck joint on the body - 22 stainless steel frets - Lightweight modern classic bridge and saddles - Lightweight Music Man tuning machines with a finer gear ratio - Lightweight aluminum hardware - Neodymium pickup magnets for increased output - 3-band EQ - 18 V preamp for extra headroom with no clipping