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Published on 01/09/12 at 10:26No need to revisit the characteristics of the MM Stingray that everyone knows.
But I must still specify that I have owned four different
the first one I had was a 1988 model, bought new at the time, black maple neck, one of the first to have the 3-band EQ, I stole it and I'm inconsolable ...
the second, one of the first 5-string, bought new in 1992, natural rosewood handle, I have always.
the third, a model 2003 3-band EQ, maple neck goldtop color kind, sold.
The latest, a 1989 model, Eq Honeyburst rosewood handle 2 bands. I always have.
I also had the opportunity to be among the latest models pognes several microphones, 2 doubles and 1 double + 1 single, and a model equipped with an additional piezo. (These last certainly make a big more versatility, but for me it almost anecdotal!)
UTILIZATION
As always, the stories of sleeves are a matter of personal taste, but I must say it suits me perfectly. It is halfway between a JazzBass and Precision, and not too thick. For purely aesthetic questions I always preferred versions with vintage gloss varnish finish, so as the MM before 1991 (or as the new series Stingray Classic at present), after it is rather neutral limit matt satin varnish on the back of the neck. Note the beautiful wood used for handles, 3 of the 4 models I had owned a bird's eye maple sublime the most beautiful effect.
Weight issue, we are in the middle, but we can not say whether a low light.
SOUNDS
Having read other reviews, I must say I can not understand the users who say that this bass is versatile. It's actually quite the opposite! And that's the whole point of having an active EQ! Sure, if you look for modern sounds very typical kind Warwick ... Must go to Warwick! But if one is more interested in all the classic sounds (I mean by that JazzBass, Precision and consort), it has everything that is in store! With a bonus feature that I found on Stingray: it is heard no matter what! This bass has the unusual ability finally pierce the mix effortlessly and regardless of the setting Eq! It's truly amazing. And if, like me, you think a bass player must use their authority to take the building (like the pillar of skyscraper), then this is the tool for you! And what gouache, what a joy to live, any spell without effort!
For cons, I would advise to beginners because it forgives nothing, everything is picked up by his big humbucker phenomenal, so that those who have not yet mastered their sound and their fingers will find it difficult to play cleanly with.
My amp is an Ampeg SVT with which this bass has a real love story, they seem to have been made for each other. Otherwise I also tested a lot of amps, nothing to report except with Trace Elliott, neither I nor she seems to appreciate a lot. I use little effect, sometimes a Fuzz, sometimes phasing.
OVERALL OPINION
Over 20 years I am faithful to this model! Unlikely to change, and yet I have a low score! But this place has a choice. As said before, I had different patterns of Stingray, but my favorite is this one has a 2-band EQ, which I personally find most "wicked". The model with 3-band EQ in my opinion are less wild and more consensual, but also more versatile. As with any instrument "well born", it gets better with age and I have noticed with a newer model with which I was not all good "vibes" of the older models . So I would advise that it wants to acquire, to leave rather looking for an older model (at least 15 years) equipped with the 2-band EQ (certainly much more rare).
I'm thinking, I did not find fault. If the price may be because even though its price / quality ratio is very good, it remains an instrument of luxury.
And yes, of course I would do this choice!
But I must still specify that I have owned four different
the first one I had was a 1988 model, bought new at the time, black maple neck, one of the first to have the 3-band EQ, I stole it and I'm inconsolable ...
the second, one of the first 5-string, bought new in 1992, natural rosewood handle, I have always.
the third, a model 2003 3-band EQ, maple neck goldtop color kind, sold.
The latest, a 1989 model, Eq Honeyburst rosewood handle 2 bands. I always have.
I also had the opportunity to be among the latest models pognes several microphones, 2 doubles and 1 double + 1 single, and a model equipped with an additional piezo. (These last certainly make a big more versatility, but for me it almost anecdotal!)
UTILIZATION
As always, the stories of sleeves are a matter of personal taste, but I must say it suits me perfectly. It is halfway between a JazzBass and Precision, and not too thick. For purely aesthetic questions I always preferred versions with vintage gloss varnish finish, so as the MM before 1991 (or as the new series Stingray Classic at present), after it is rather neutral limit matt satin varnish on the back of the neck. Note the beautiful wood used for handles, 3 of the 4 models I had owned a bird's eye maple sublime the most beautiful effect.
Weight issue, we are in the middle, but we can not say whether a low light.
SOUNDS
Having read other reviews, I must say I can not understand the users who say that this bass is versatile. It's actually quite the opposite! And that's the whole point of having an active EQ! Sure, if you look for modern sounds very typical kind Warwick ... Must go to Warwick! But if one is more interested in all the classic sounds (I mean by that JazzBass, Precision and consort), it has everything that is in store! With a bonus feature that I found on Stingray: it is heard no matter what! This bass has the unusual ability finally pierce the mix effortlessly and regardless of the setting Eq! It's truly amazing. And if, like me, you think a bass player must use their authority to take the building (like the pillar of skyscraper), then this is the tool for you! And what gouache, what a joy to live, any spell without effort!
For cons, I would advise to beginners because it forgives nothing, everything is picked up by his big humbucker phenomenal, so that those who have not yet mastered their sound and their fingers will find it difficult to play cleanly with.
My amp is an Ampeg SVT with which this bass has a real love story, they seem to have been made for each other. Otherwise I also tested a lot of amps, nothing to report except with Trace Elliott, neither I nor she seems to appreciate a lot. I use little effect, sometimes a Fuzz, sometimes phasing.
OVERALL OPINION
Over 20 years I am faithful to this model! Unlikely to change, and yet I have a low score! But this place has a choice. As said before, I had different patterns of Stingray, but my favorite is this one has a 2-band EQ, which I personally find most "wicked". The model with 3-band EQ in my opinion are less wild and more consensual, but also more versatile. As with any instrument "well born", it gets better with age and I have noticed with a newer model with which I was not all good "vibes" of the older models . So I would advise that it wants to acquire, to leave rather looking for an older model (at least 15 years) equipped with the 2-band EQ (certainly much more rare).
I'm thinking, I did not find fault. If the price may be because even though its price / quality ratio is very good, it remains an instrument of luxury.
And yes, of course I would do this choice!