Help! battery for Stingray

[TheBassGuy]

So I'm getting my Stingray this week. It's equiped with a 3eq. I read on the forums that a battery is needed to get sound out of it.

Now here's my question: What battery should I use? Can I use rechargable battery's and do they have to be more than 200mAh?

Does the brand of the battery mather, or can i just pick any 9V rechargable block battery?

I want to play right away so I'm trying to get the best battery so I'm sure to play when the Stingray arives!

Thanks!

 

[Dargin]

They leave the factory equipped with 9v Duracell batteries.

 

[Caca de Kick]

I wouldn't use any rechargable batteries in a bass. Just use the one it comes with.

 

[Old_Guy]

I wouldn't use any rechargable batteries in a bass. Just use the one it comes with.

Roger. Someplace in the Forums BP (Mr. Ball) briefly discusses batteries - but bottom line is use the Duracells. Rechargeables don't deliver sufficient amperage, resulting in un-driving the electronics, resulting in bad sound. Also, remember there's no "on/off" switch on these things - unplug the instrument cable when you're not playing to conserve battery use. Cheers and happy slapping.

 

[Aussie Mark]

Rechargeables lose their charge quickly if not used. You can charge them up, not use them for a week, and then they're dead.

 

[kirkm24]

The best batteries to use IMO are the Duracell ProCell 9 v batteries. They are what most people in pro audio use for their gear. You can't buy them in regular stores and you will likely have to order them but you can get a brick of 12 for about $15 online. Just Google "Duracell Procell" and you will find plenty of online vendors. I have the same pro cell in my Stingray for a year now and I don't hear any signs of quitting so far.

 

[strummer]

I use whatever the gas station has, never had any problems

 

[Jazzbassman23]

I've been using Energizers for years with no problems.

Show of hands: who tests their batteries with their tongue?

 

[Psycho Ward]

Atomic batteries for me, risky but I wear lead underwear.

 

[Old_Guy]

Atomic batteries for me, risky but I wear lead underwear.

Time, distance and shielding and you should have no worries.
Wait...that's the way I handle the boss here.

Just be sure to properly recycle. And rinse your mouth after doing the tongue-test.

 

[Baird]

You mean I paid $1500 for a bass and I have to change the batteries!?!? What a rip!

Duracell or Energizer work for me. Whatever is on sale when I need them...

 

[Aussie Mark]

Show of hands: who tests their batteries with their tongue?

Yep

 

[Psycho Ward]

Show of hands: who tests their batteries with their tongue?

Does it have to be your own tongue; can you recruit drunken friends, cats or children (your own children of course)?

 

[MrMusashi]

that 9v tickle always give me a metal taste in my mouth that.. well... how should i put it in a polite manner... sucks sweaty monkey armpits (i was goin to say balls but i figured that might be misinterpreted in this forum )

MrM

 

[OldManMusic]

I like the taste of a dying 9v. Does that make me a bad person? Duracells' are my favorite flavor. Bon appétit!

 

[Baird]

Show of hands: who tests their batteries with their tongue?

Is there any other way?

 

[backagain1]

The best batteries to use IMO are the Duracell ProCell 9 v batteries. They are what most people in pro audio use for their gear. You can't buy them in regular stores and you will likely have to order them but you can get a brick of 12 for about $15 online. Just Google "Duracell Procell" and you will find plenty of online vendors. I have the same pro cell in my Stingray for a year now and I don't hear any signs of quitting so far.

What is the advantage of the "Duracell Procell" over the regular Duracell or Energizer batteries?

 

[Fretless Bill]

Ah yes,,,,I love the taste of 9 volt in the morning.

 

[SR5Cam]

I've been using Energizer batteries in my Ray5 since 2004. When i can find them-the E2 ones i prefer. I feel like they last a bit longer before going dead.

 

[DannySVT]

Duracell 9V