{"product_id":"sterling-sub-series-ray4-bass-guitar-stingray","title":"Sterling SUB Series Ray4 Bass Guitar - StingRay","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sterling by Music Man SUB Series Ray4 is a bass that takes the much-loved StingRay formula and makes it accessible to a much wider range of players. Built around a familiar StingRay-inspired body shape and powerful single humbucker pickup, it offers a punchy, authoritative sound that works particularly well for rock, funk, pop and indie styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the bass is the large single black humbucker, giving the Ray4 its distinctive appearance and powerful tonal character. It produces plenty of low-end weight while retaining the attack and definition needed to cut through a band mix. Whether you're playing with a pick or using your fingers, the pickup has plenty of punch and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe controls are straightforward and easy to use, making this a particularly practical bass for players who want to concentrate on playing rather than dealing with a complicated control layout. The StingRay-inspired design is known for its strong fundamental tone, making it equally useful for rehearsal, recording and live performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SUB Series was designed to bring the distinctive Music Man style to a more affordable price point, and the Ray4 has become a popular choice for both newcomers and experienced bass players. It offers much of the character associated with the StingRay concept while remaining an affordable and dependable instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emade in China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and carries the serial number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB080142\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It has the distinctive earlier SUB Series specification, including the 22-fret maple neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its classic StingRay-inspired styling, powerful single humbucker and comfortable maple neck, this Sterling by Music Man SUB Series Ray4 is a great choice for anyone looking for a capable and characterful 4-string bass without the cost of a USA-made Music Man instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54778959790423,"sku":"SH SUBSR","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/1982\/1655\/files\/sr1.jpg?v=1787750909","url":"https:\/\/shop.reidys.com\/products\/sterling-sub-series-ray4-bass-guitar-stingray","provider":"Reidys Home Of Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}