hello, i have been looking on the net for a stingray5 ,where can i check to get the best deal? the area where i live doesnt carry ernieball stuff(mainly fender/ibanez). and another question i played a friends 4 string EB bass and it was awesome,but how is the low B string on the stingray especially it being 34" scale,any info,thnx..
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Hey dougray
My previous main bass was an Ibanez BTB 5 string, top of the line with 18v preamp, 35" scale, graphite inlays in the neck and individual bridges to ensure proper insulation between the strings. I played it for two and a half years and then I traded it for my Stingray 5. Avery aspect of the SR5 tone, playability and feel is far superior on the MM bass including the B string. Good B string seem to be the result of many contributing factors of which scale length is only one. It seems to be the cheapest way to reduce floppiness but similar results can be achieved with a stable neck, a good bridge, first class electronics and high quality wood. The B string on the MM SR5 is top notch.
Peace
Basscat
My previous main bass was an Ibanez BTB 5 string, top of the line with 18v preamp, 35" scale, graphite inlays in the neck and individual bridges to ensure proper insulation between the strings. I played it for two and a half years and then I traded it for my Stingray 5. Avery aspect of the SR5 tone, playability and feel is far superior on the MM bass including the B string. Good B string seem to be the result of many contributing factors of which scale length is only one. It seems to be the cheapest way to reduce floppiness but similar results can be achieved with a stable neck, a good bridge, first class electronics and high quality wood. The B string on the MM SR5 is top notch.
Peace
Basscat
bassdude63
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I totally agree, The Stingray-5 sounds and plays great. Keep an eye peeled on EBAY for a used SR-5. www.basscentral.com has a huge inventory of new and used MM basses at great prices. They're the best MM dealer I've found.
Good Luck, D.M.
Good Luck, D.M.
