I have a 2 EQ StingRay classic, I play it though a GenzBenz amp and on into Barefaced cabs.
I has a huge fat warm sound and every string is right there in the mix (no drop offs in volume). It actually cuts through better than my Sadowsky jazz or Fender Ultra P bass which are very good in themselves.
I don't doubt the experiences stated here in this thread but I'm tending to agree with the post that says that the amp can make the difference.