(ARCHIVE) Sterling by Musicman Ray34CA Tobacco Sunburst 2023
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Sterling Ray34CA, made in Indonesia 2023, sunburst. Musicman's Indo-made basses are generally very nice, and this was the high end offering at the time. You get some classic Stingray stuff: thick slab of ash for the body, slim and quick maple neck and board, humbucking pickup, high mass bridge, and in this case, the 70s-style two band EQ preamp. It's a great sound: simple, fat, full, heaps of punch. There's attack and presence to burn, so it's great for slap and funk stuff or with a dose of dirt for punk and grunge. The classic burst finish looks great too, it's straight out of the 70s and therefore ready to be paired with some flared pants, tight polos and sunglasses inside. The new equivalent bass will set you back about $2200aud these days, so I reckon this is a bit of deal.
Model: Sterling by Musicman Ray34CA
Made: Indonesia, 2023
Serial: SR23110
Finish: tobacco sunburst, gloss poly
Body: ash
Neck: maple, maple cap fretboard, 12" radius, 34" scale, 38mm nut, slim C
Weight: 4.795kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Musicman alnico humbucker, active 2-band EQ
Accessories: basic gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has minor scuffs on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, no major marks. The back has minor scuffs on the horns and back edge, and some dimples below the battery compartment. The sides have minor scuffs on the elbow area and near the jack. The front has minor scuffs around the bridge and some play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 9/10, minor fret wear only
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