1977 Music Man Stingray Bass Sunburst

The 1977 Music Man StingRay bass is a true icon—born at the intersection of innovation and attitude. As one of the earliest models from a revolutionary era, it carries the unmistakable vibe of late-'70s rock, funk, and soul. With its bold design and unmistakable punch, this bass quickly became a favorite among players who demanded both style and substance. There's a certain raw character in its voice—tight, powerful, and deeply expressive—that continues to resonate decades later. More than just a bass, the '77 StingRay is a piece of music history, built to groove and made to last.

Body: Ash body with 3 color sunburst finish.

Neck: Maple neck, 7.25” radius, 34” scale length, 1 10/16 ” nut width, 21 frets, black dot inlays.

Pickups/Hardware: Original active stock Musicman pickup, original tuning keys, 4 saddle bridge, Volume and two tone knobs, bone nut.

Cosmetics: This guitar is in very good shape with no chips, dings or major scratches. It has light surface scratches on the body. The back of the neck is clean, and the frets show minimal wear. Overall, this guitar plays very well and sounds fantastic.

Playability: Our in-house guitar tech has inspected, setup, and restrung this instrument with a new set of strings. The neck is straight, the truss rod is fully functional, and the action has been setup low and comfortable.

Weight: 11 lbs. 4 oz.

Case: This guitar ships with a non original case, professionally packaged, and fully insured.