The Ernie Ball Music Man BFR StingRay Special 5 HH is a boutique, limited-edition bass combining classic StingRay tone with modern performance upgrades. Limited to just 150 pieces worldwide, this Paua Blue Burst model features a spalted maple top on an ash body, roasted maple neck, and 22 stainless steel frets for exceptional durability, resonance, and smooth playability.

The dual neodymium humbucking pickups paired with the 18-volt, 3-band preamp provide unmatched tonal flexibility, from articulate low end to punchy mids and crystal-clear highs. Lightweight chrome hardware and a sculpted neck joint make this one of the most versatile StingRays for both stage and studio applications.

• Limited Edition BFR (Ball Family Reserve) model – only 150 made
• 5-string configuration for extended range
• Ash body with spalted maple top
• Paua-colored Atlante Block inlays on figured white maple fingerboard
• Roasted maple neck with gunstock oil and hand-rubbed wax finish
• Dual neodymium humbucking pickups
• 18-volt, 3-band active preamp (volume, treble, mid, bass)
• Chrome hardware – lightweight bridge and tuning machines
• Sculpted neck joint for smooth upper fret access
• 22 stainless steel frets for durability and smooth playability
• 5-way lever pickup selector for tonal versatility
• Custom Music Man lightweight tuning machines with ergonomic clover design

• Model: Music Man BFR StingRay Special 5 HH
• Body Wood: Ash with Spalted Maple Top
• Body Finish: High Gloss Polyester, Paua Blue Burst
• Bridge: Chrome plated, hardened steel with stainless steel saddles
• Neck Wood: Figured White Maple, Roasted
• Neck Finish: Gunstock oil + hand-rubbed wax
• Neck Radius: 11"
• Neck Width: 1-3/4" (nut) – 2-3/4" (last fret)
• Scale Length: 34"
• Frets: 22 Stainless Steel, High Profile / Wide
• Fingerboard: Figured White Maple with Paua Atlante Block inlays
• Neck Attachment: 5-bolt with sculpted joint
• Hardware: Chrome
• Strings: 46w-65w-80w-100w-130w (Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Bass #2836)
• Truss Rod: Adjustable, no string or component removal required
• Tuning Machines: Custom Music Man lightweight clover design
• Output: Standard 1/4" jack

• Pickups: Dual Humbucking Neodymium
• Controls: Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass (3-band active preamp, 18V)
• Switching: 5-way lever pickup selector

This electronics package allows the player to shape precise tones for any musical context—from deep, clean lows to punchy, articulate mids and crystal highs.

• Body Color: Paua Blue Burst
• Case: Included Music Man hard shell
• Limited Edition: 150 units only
• Country of Origin: USA
• SKU: 813-TSA-R3-00-MB-BM
• UPC: 749699127765

The Music Man BFR StingRay Special 5 HH Paua Blue Burst is a collectible, stage-ready bass combining modern versatility, premium craftsmanship, and the classic StingRay tone fans love.