1979 Music Man Pre-Ernie Ball StingRay Bass Vintage Natural Finish Powerful tone

Description: 1979 Music Man Pre-Ernie Ball StingRay Bass | Vintage Natural Finish 1979 Music Man Pre-Ernie Ball StingRay Bass | Vintage Natural Finish Welcome to Tokyo Thrift Nook! We specialize in offering high-quality vintage guitars and instruments straight from Tokyo. Check out more treasures at Tokyo Thrift Nook. Description: The **1979 Music Man Pre-Ernie Ball StingRay Bass** is one of the landmark instruments created by Leo Fender, following his success with the Precision and Jazz Basses. Known for its bold sound and innovative design, the StingRay incorporates advanced electronics with a sleek, rounded body that lacks the elbow and back contours of its predecessors. This early model is an exceptional find for any bass enthusiast, delivering the deep, powerful tone that defined the StingRay line. The **natural finish** on this particular bass showcases the beautiful grain of the wood, while the **one-piece maple neck** provides comfortable playability with a smooth feel. The truss rod is adjusted from the headstock, and the skunk stripe on the back of the neck is a signature feature. Weighing in at **4.69kg**, this bass has a solid, robust feel and produces a rich, commanding sound across all frequencies. Key Features: **Year**: 1979 **Body**: Natural finish with rounded edges, no contours **Neck**: One-piece maple with skunk stripe, truss rod adjustable from headstock **Pickups**: Active preamp **Controls**: Master volume, treble, bass **Weight**: 4.69kg **Scale**: 34-inch **Nut Width**: 42.3mm **Serial Number**: B013479 **Includes**: Non-original semi-hard case Condition: This 1979 StingRay is in **good vintage condition**, but there are several points of note regarding its wear and modifications: **Truss Rod & Neck Condition**: The truss rod is at its maximum in the tightening direction but has plenty of room to loosen. The neck shows a slight **forward bow**, and there is a crack near the truss rod at the **1st fret** caused by overtightening, with some minor wood bulging. While this is a common issue in basses from this period, it does not affect overall playability. The bass still performs well at a string height of **2.0mm to 2.5mm**. **Frets**: The frets are low, with about **50-60%** remaining. While still playable, future fretwork may be needed depending on personal preference. **Body Condition**: The body has various signs of wear, including **dents**, **scratches**, and a **seal mark** on the back. The natural lacquer has aged, showing yellowing and fading in some areas, adding to its vintage character. **Modifications**: The **bridge saddles** have been replaced, but the **bridge plate**, **octave screws**, and **spring** remain original. The **strap pins** have been swapped for Schaller-style pins, and two of the **pickguard screws** appear newer than the others. Explore More from Tokyo Thrift Nook! We offer a wide range of rare vintage instruments. Don’t miss out on our other exclusive finds from Japan! Visit Our Store Shipping Information: Expedited Shipping: We use FEDEX for fast and reliable delivery (1-3 business days for USA). Standard Shipping: EMS via Japan Post (typically delivered in a few days). Economy Shipping: Japan Post AirMail (no tracking, delivery in 10-30 days). Important Notes: Import duties, taxes, and additional fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please ensure your shipping address is correct before purchasing. Changes to the address after purchase may incur additional fees. Contact us immediately if there are any issues with your item upon arrival. We are here to help! We do not alter the invoice price or mark items as "gifts" as per shipping regulations.

Price: 4260 USD

Location: Aoba Yokohama

End Time: 2024-11-29T04:52:15.000Z

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