My mate is more of a guitarist but loved when I recorded some parts for him with a stingray.
He wanted that sound for future demos and got a Sterling Ray (at the time about £700) and it was blummin lovely.
If you can try both…see what you think.
For no reason other than financial, I’d look for a second hand full fat Musicman £900-£1300 seems to be normal for them. A lot of bass for that kind of money.
Also, the lesser spotted EX range which were made in Japan. They’re wonderful too.