Music Man Serial Number Database

[pbass2go]

Well looky there!

Never would have seen it. I never even noticed it while I changed strings!

Thanks

S/N: 46887



46887, that spells moon...

 

[5Stringer]

Hi there!

I've been a proud owner of a Sterling since about 95, I think. Bought it used from Bass Northwest and have loved it ever since. I'd love to see when my bass was made. Best I can tell is Spring of 04. My serial number is 40722 (from the bridge), it has a bird's eye maple neck, and the original sunburst color (as illustrated here: http://s34.photobucket.com/albums/d106/EBMMColour/Trans/Original%20Sunburst/?action=view&current=TheoriginalSunburstcolour.jpg).

Here's a picture for fun:

Thanks!

lildrgn, welcome! your beautiful Sterling was completed on 6/01/94. It was originally sent to American Music in Seattle.

Dan

 

[5Stringer]

Well looky there!

Never would have seen it. I never even noticed it while I changed strings!

Thanks

S/N: 46887



46887, that spells moon...

This bass was completed on 11/02/95 and was originally sent to Veneman Music, which as you noted, is now a Guitar Center.

Dan

 

[lildrgn]

lildrgn, welcome! your beautiful Sterling was completed on 6/01/94. It was originally sent to American Music in Seattle.

Dan

How cool is that? Thanks Dan!!

 

[pbass2go]

This bass was completed on 11/02/95 and was originally sent to Veneman Music, which as you noted, is now a Guitar Center.

Dan

Many Thanks Dan.

I sure miss Veneman Music. Much better knowledge of their product and great people.

Rick

 

[evilgus]

Any idea of construction date?

Hey Dan,

Just took ownership of a beautify Stingray 5 in natural finish with rosewood board and black pickguard. The only serial # I could find was 56126 on the bridge, the seller believed it to be '95 or '96 construction. It's completely flawless and shows no sign of wear, so it is a bit hard to believe. Might be one of those under the bed or hidden in a cupboard wonders that you occasionally hear about!

Cheers,

Justin

 

[Benindetto]

Hey Dan,

I just picked up my brand new and first ever SR4 HH about a week ago, serial #E60570. I'd like to know the finishing date so i know when to celebrate his birthday

I'm gonna be posting pics of it as soon as i get my camera back

 

[maver]

Hi Dan,

this is my first message on this forum (as I'm mainly a keyboard player, yet I also play bass sometimes in a blues band).

I've just purchased this nice pair (in order to seem a good bassist ):
- SR4 H serial no. E 53045 color: white neck: maple pkg: black
- SR4 HS Dargie Delight E 56492

Could you please tell me their d.o.b. ?

Thank you very much !

 

[Estoban3]

serial

I just bought an old Stingray. The serial is 36574. i was wondering if i could get the info on this bass. thnks.

 

[5Stringer]

Hey Dan,

Just took ownership of a beautify Stingray 5 in natural finish with rosewood board and black pickguard. The only serial # I could find was 56126 on the bridge, the seller believed it to be '95 or '96 construction. It's completely flawless and shows no sign of wear, so it is a bit hard to believe. Might be one of those under the bed or hidden in a cupboard wonders that you occasionally hear about!

Cheers,

Justin

Justin, your assessment is correct. This is what you might call a "time capsule" bass - it was completed on 5/10/95 and was sent to Bill's Music in Baltimore. Nice find!

Dan

 

[5Stringer]

Hey Dan,

I just picked up my brand new and first ever SR4 HH about a week ago, serial #E60570. I'd like to know the finishing date so i know when to celebrate his birthday

I'm gonna be posting pics of it as soon as i get my camera back

Benindetto, Congratulations on your new bass! The date your bass was complete was 7/12/17 - just a baby!


Dan

 

[5Stringer]

Hi Dan,

this is my first message on this forum (as I'm mainly a keyboard player, yet I also play bass sometimes in a blues band).

I've just purchased this nice pair (in order to seem a good bassist ):
- SR4 H serial no. E 53045 color: white neck: maple pkg: black
- SR4 HS Dargie Delight E 56492

Could you please tell me their d.o.b. ?

Thank you very much !

Certainly!

E53045 - completed on 5/16/06
E56492 - 2/16/07

Nice pieces!

Dan

 

[5Stringer]

I just bought an old Stingray. The serial is 36574. i was wondering if i could get the info on this bass. thnks.

But of course - congrads on the bass! This bass in the Sunburst (now called Honeyburst) finish you have was completed on 1/27/93. It should have a rosewood fretboard.

Dan

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[evilgus]

This is what you might call a "time capsule" bass - it was completed on 5/10/95 and was sent to Bill's Music in Baltimore. Nice find!

Thanks Dan, that's GREAT confirmation news! I had no reason to doubt the seller, he runs a reputable guitar/bass shop in Australia, stocking some fine collectable instruments. Just hard to believe everytime I look at it, such great condition and plays like a dream!

Time for a song and dance...I feel lucky....I feel lucky.....

EG

 

[cubbyallan]

Dargie Delight 5 String Bongo HH

I was wondering when this baby was born?
The serial number is : F18159

Cheers, Allan

 

[5Stringer]

Allan, this Dargie D Bongo 5 HH was completed on 4/03/07 and sent to Bass Central.

Dan

 

[KennethB]

More DOBs please:

Seems I'm becoming a 5-string dude now:

Dargie SR5 H: E49406

20th SR5 HS: F20676

Amazing basses, the 20th being the best bass I've ever played!
Thank you!

 

[5Stringer]

Kenneth - Man you are getting serious about this 5 string thing allright! I approve

Your Delghtful Dargie Rosewood, E49406, was completed on 2/26/07.

Your beautiful StingRay 5 20th Anniversary was completed on 6/20/07.

Nice!

Dan

 

[davekoch]

Just bought my first EBMM Stingray5. Black/maple --- seems VERY nice. Has the original strings on it, so I'd like to swap 'em out. Suggestions? My bass teacher likes DRs on his SR4 - he says they last longer, (than what....?) etc.

The seller said the bass was purchased in 2004(?) The Serial Number is E28759.

Can you tell me the Manufacture date of this bass?

THANKS!!!!
Dave

Wow, quick response from Dan; very impressive!! My SR5 was made 3/06/02. Thanks again Dan!!

 

[Franciscus]

Dan , could you please you tell me about s/n E32421?
I can guess it's from July 2002 but I would like to confirm it (My daughter was also born in July 2002 ) It's a Trans Red with maple Stingray 4.
Thanks!!!