carlsim Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 (edited) Hi all... just a feeler at the moment as not sure whether I want to keep this or not... Musicman Stingray SUB 5 bass - USA model, not the far east version. Got this in a recent trade and really like it, just have seen something else I have GAS for... Been stripped of the textured paint by the previous owner (hope he doesn't mind me using his images...) and it is a very good job. Nice smooth finish and the wood looks good underneath. Not natural finish quality wood, but that's what you pay 2 grand for in a new stingray. Black neck and tortie guard creates a very interesting look and it plays very nicely. Rumour has it Ernie Ball lost money on these, and they are comparable to other US models. These mimic the Stingray classic - 2 band EQ, no chamfer on the edge and separate pickguard and control plate. Much more preferable in my opinion. I would recommend an inspection so you can see the finish for yourselves. I am in the Great Yarmouth area near Norwich, can meet within a reasonable distance if required. Would be interested in a Yamaha TRB5 with cash your way if anyone is interested... Price is negotiable within reason. Carl. Edited September 6, 2015 by carlsim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theyellowcar Posted May 18, 2015 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Nice! I have a 4 string and it really is a great bass. You can really feel the quality. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 Cheers... it's a great bass hence why I'm a little unsure as to whether I let it go... problem is... GGGGGAAAAAAAASSSSSSSS!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 this is definitely for sale by the way... will remove the feeler! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disssa Posted May 19, 2015 Share Posted May 19, 2015 For me the "better Stingray" ! Great basses for a low price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 19, 2015 Author Share Posted May 19, 2015 A lot of people have that opinion!!😃 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapierro Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 please how much is the strings spacing at bridge? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 I have no idea but will check and reply asap!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 For info it's just the same setup as a normal stingray... So whatever that is! Will check asap.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapierro Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 thanks carlsim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 24, 2015 Author Share Posted May 24, 2015 Middle of each string to the middle of the next string.. = 17mm. Hope this helps. Nice player... Damn that GAS!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slapierro Posted May 24, 2015 Share Posted May 24, 2015 yes thanks again, too bad,17mm is too tight for me, have a good deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 25, 2015 Author Share Posted May 25, 2015 No problem... It's lovely to play, just the same as a normal stingray! Not sure what you were expecting in terms of string width... How much bigger did you expect?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 27, 2015 Author Share Posted May 27, 2015 Any interest or offers on this??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 Up! Willing to listen to offers... However cheeky they may seem!! Price is negotiable... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROBBIE Posted May 30, 2015 Share Posted May 30, 2015 Hello Carlsim Very interested if the weight is right Regards Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leschirons Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Surprised this is still here. The 5s get rarer and rarer each year as players realise what they've been missing for 1/2 the price of a Stingray. Took me ages to find one at sensible money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 Hi Robbie... Have sent you a pm... It comes up at 10lbs on the bathroom scales... Any good?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROBBIE Posted May 31, 2015 Share Posted May 31, 2015 Hello Carlsim' Thanks for the prompt reply. Sadly 10lb is to heavy for me. I have been trying to find a replacement for my stolen stingray for a while now. The bass must have been a one off at 8 and a half pounds. Hopefully one will turn up. Regards Robbie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 I think it must have been... My 2 previous stingrays weighed about the same and a friend of mine had one tipping nearer 12lbs.... Good luck with the search! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted June 2, 2015 Author Share Posted June 2, 2015 Back up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted June 4, 2015 Author Share Posted June 4, 2015 Up... Any interest in this? Offers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted June 7, 2015 Author Share Posted June 7, 2015 Bump... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 (edited) Back up - any offers or interest?? May have to accept quite a bit less for this... Will negotiate and accept a loss as have seen something I really like... Would listen to offers around £450?? Edited June 8, 2015 by carlsim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlsim Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Bump! 400 of anyone's pounds for this stingray?? U.S. Made... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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