Stu, can I see any larger pics of your Sterling?! Thats almost the same as the one I have coming.
The Sterling gets forgotten sometimes, but if you want an ultra slick fast instrument, with a bit more edge than a Ray (obviously it CAN be tamed) the Sterling is a winner
Well....you mentioned getting "hip to midrange" and, imo, the Sterling has a beautifully tuned midrange character. The electronics are simple and easy to dial in but very powerful as well. It really thumps. It can be aggressive and sweet at the same time. Very cool. And, like all the other EBMM basses, it is unique and has its own thing going on.
I can't wait for the GC to come to the Sterling line - at least I hope it does. A Sterling 5 HH with GC would be stellar!!