Sterling by Music ManSUB Series StingRay Plus Electric Bass Guitar - Vintage Sunburst

Building on the punchy, player-friendly foundation that has made the SUB Series StingRay a favorite, the Sterling by Music Man StingRay Plus adds elevated style and expanded tonal flexibility to the classic single-humbucker formula. A solid poplar body topped with ash veneer showcases beautiful natural wood grain beneath a classic Vintage Sunburst finish, complemented by a black pickguard and matching headstock. A hard maple neck and maple fingerboard with 21 medium frets provide comfortable playability across the full 34" scale, with bold black block inlays adding to the distinctive look. At the heart of the StingRay Plus, a ceramic humbucker offers series, parallel and single-coil voicings for three distinct starting points, backed by a two-band active preamp for further tonal shaping and a push-push volume boost for extra output on demand. Open-gear tuners and a fixed bridge round out a versatile, elegantly appointed bass that brings more range and personality to the accessible SUB Series platform. Poplar Body With Ash Veneer for Timeless Sunburst Style The StingRay Plus starts with a solid poplar body, providing a balanced tonal foundation for the punch and definition of its active electronics. A thin ash veneer adds the pronounced natural grain that comes to life beneath the Vintage Sunburst finish, giving this version a more traditional wood-forward aesthetic without changing the poplar construction at its core. Paired with the unmistakable StingRay shape and classic black pickguard, the combination brings a classic look to a bass built around decidedly versatile modern electronics. 34" Scale Maple Neck for Comfortable, Familiar Playability A hard maple neck gives the StingRay Plus a solid, responsive feel, with a full 34" scale providing familiar tension and spacing for traditional electric bass technique. The matching hard maple fingerboard features a comfortable 9.5" radius and 21 medium frets, balancing smooth fretting with plenty of room for articulate single-note work. A 1.5" nut keeps the lower positions comfortably proportioned, while a sturdy six-bolt neck joint and dual-action truss rod provide a stable, adjustable foundation. Bold black block inlays stand out against the maple fingerboard, reinforcing the distinctive Vintage Sunburst presentation. Three Pickup Voicings and Active EQ for Expanded Tonal Range A ceramic humbucker gives the StingRay Plus its powerful core voice, while a three-way switch unlocks series, parallel and single-coil configurations for significantly more range from a single pickup. Series mode delivers the fullest, most muscular humbucker response, while parallel mode opens up the sound with greater clarity and definition; single-coil mode provides a leaner, more articulate alternative for another distinct tonal color. A two-band active preamp lets you further shape the lows and highs to suit your instrument, amp or mix. When extra presence is needed, a push-push volume control engages an additional output boost, putting an immediate lift within easy reach without interrupting your playing. Stage-Ready Hardware and Elevated StingRay Style The StingRay Plus carries its Vintage Sunburst presentation from the ash-veneered body through the matching headstock, with a black pickguard and black block inlays complementing the warm, dusky finish. Open-gear tuning machines provide straightforward, precise adjustment with the traditional look of classic bass hardware, while the fixed bridge offers a stable platform for dependable intonation and string support. Together, these details give the StingRay Plus a polished, distinctive look while remaining unmistakably part of the SUB Series family. A SUB Series StingRay Bass Built for Versatile Modern Players For players drawn to the direct punch and unmistakable attitude of a StingRay but looking for more tonal range from a single-pickup bass, the Sterling by Music Man SUB Sereis StingRay Plus bass adds meaningful flexibility without complicating the formula. Three pickup voices provide distinctly different starting points, the active preamp offers quick tonal shaping and the push-push boost adds another layer of performance control when it's needed. Paired with familiar full-scale playability and striking ash veneer and Vintage Sunburst aesthetics, this StingRay Plus expands the possibilities of the fan-favorite SUB Series platform with a distinctive visual identity all its own.