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The Stingray has a wider neck than the Sterling, similar to that of a P bass, so that may suit you better if you have larger hands. They come in a variety of different specs notably with either a 2 or 3 Band EQ (3 or 4 knobs!), and prices will vary depending on which one you choose (the 2 EQ cost more for some reason).They also come with a maple or rosewood neck. Sound wise the 3 EQ has more tone than that of the 2 EQ, but it really is marginal and not something you'd notice much when playing live, you'd not go wrong with either IMHO. There is a cheaper made Stingray bass on the market confusingly also named the Stirling Sub, and I think these also offer similar tones, and are made outside the USA. As to why SR's prices differ that would again depend on your spec, i.e any USA made model such as the 5 string, or the 2 EQ models (and the Stirling (USA) model, due to having a smaller body and slimmer Jazz type neck), will have a higher price band than a standard USA made 3 EQ Stingray. Either way, whichever USA built Stingray you plump for, you'll not be disappointed with the build quality or range of sounds on offer. I've never played or owned a cheaper sub model so cannot comment on them. Good luck with your hunt.

Bought set of strings from Lozz, awesome to deal with, fast 'n' safe postage, strings in new perfect condition, highly recommend, thanks mate!

MM IMHO make some of the best basses out there, both in sound (which I agree is subjective), and engineering and fit etc, top quality stuff.....

I'll concur with Grangur on this.....

Thanks Guys, I'm getting quite excited and looking forward to doing this now!

Meddle, I suggest you check out the feel of Musicman necks which will give you some idea of the oil finish (but not old MM's which have gloss)...

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Tru oil and wax on order!

Wowza, thanks Guys!

I would like to get the same neck feel on my Jazz that I have on my MM Stingray which has the gunstock oil finish. Has any one ever managed or come close to doing this?

Great skill, it looks lovely....

I bought an amp from Peter, he is a top guy to deal with. No hassle, fast delivery and good communication all the way through, highly recommend, thanks Peter!

Indeed.... ditto!

I look forward to hearing this through the studio walls at BR's shortly then Dan!

Steve is a real star. I bought a cabinet off him and it was a totally hassle free transaction. The cab was in perfect condition as he said it would be and he kept me informed about delivery etc, and wrapped it so it was bomb proof. 10/10. You can feel safe to deal with him with absolute confidence, and sleep easy to boot! Cheers, Tom

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Can anybody recommend a decent backdrop stand that's portable, neat, and quick and easy to set up and pull down, or similar? We've been using the cheapie two stands and a bar variety but its messy and a pain at the end of the night to faff with, so just wondered what else other bands use that's simple and effective. Cheers....