1978 Musicman Stingray Bass in Natural Finish With OHSC
$6,500.00
A real player from the 70s with the tone and growl typical of these pre Ernie Ball musicman basses.
The original electronic work perfectly and it’s all original, with pots dated correctly and with the coveted black epoxy preamp which only lasted between 1976 and late 1978.
Hardware in great condition too with saddles and tuners moving freely,.
Beside a lot of wear on the body, this bass is as good as it gets.
Very skinny and narrow neck.
New frets and new bone nut.
Original Black tolex Hard case included
| Condition | Excellent (Used) |
|---|---|
| Brand | musicman |
| Finish | natural |
| Categories | 4-String |
| Year | 1978 |
| Made In | United States |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Fretboard Material | Maple |
| Pickup System | Passive |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Body Material | ASH |
| Pickup Configuration | single humbucker |
| Number of Strings | 4-String |
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