Sterling is a brand that manufactures budget-friendly Music Man models.
Even though it's a budget model, it still has high basic performance and fully inherits the Music Man's genes.
This is the 5-string Ray5.
The body is basswood and the fingerboard is rosewood.
The pickups have been changed to Kent Armstrong HBMO5s.
The preamp model name is not listed, so it's unclear.
It is equipped with a 2-band EQ.
The paint on the headstock has peeled off overall, and the logo has disappeared.
A major feature of this model is the large humbucking pickup located near the bridge.
The resulting tight sound with a strong attack is very appealing.
Approximately 80% of the frets remain.
The truss rod is stiff, but has been confirmed to move about 90 degrees.
The neck shows signs of being too high. This guitar is playable with an adjustment 0.2mm higher than the GIB standard (2.2mm-3.0mm at the 12th fret).
The body and finish show scratches and dents. The paint on the headstock has peeled off overall, and the logo has disappeared.
The electrical system is in good condition.
The bass knobs have been replaced. All knobs have been replaced. The strap pin has been replaced.
Controls: Volume, Treble, Bass
Nut Width: 45.0mm
Bridge String Spacing: 16.0mm
Scale: 34-Inch
Year of Manufacture: Unknown
Country of Manufacture: Indonesia
This guitar was set up using D'addario EXL strings, trusted by professional musicians.
Characterized by a powerful attack and rich overtones, these strings truly deserve to be called the standard.
These high-quality strings maximize the instrument's performance and character, so please enjoy them as well.
This guitar will be tuned for optimal playability by a GIB craftsman before delivery.
Accessories: None
Text: Tomoki Hayakawa
Inspector: Hirayama
Product Photos: Tei
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Instruments purchased from our store are eligible for a lifetime free ""string vibration setup"" (normally ¥4,400). (Reservation required)
- Please present your signed warranty card.
- Only the original purchaser from a GIB or TONIQ store or online shop is eligible.
- Please be aware that shipping and other related costs are the responsibility of the purchaser.
●Repurchase Price Guarantee
If you sell your purchase within six months of purchase, we will guarantee the repurchase price. This guarantee applies to 50% of the purchase price for new instruments and 70% of the purchase price for used instruments.
●Defect Guarantee
Products sold by Basic Co., Ltd. are guaranteed against defects. With the exception of some consignment items and other products, we will repair any malfunctions that occur under normal use free of charge during the warranty period (returns and refunds will only be accepted if repairs are not possible).
The warranty period is three months for used products and one year for new products.
Please note that even within the warranty period, there will be a fee for repairs in the following cases:
- Malfunctions or damage caused by transportation, movement, dropping, etc.
- Replacement of consumables.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by fire, earthquake, salt damage, gas damage, or abnormal voltage.
- Malfunctions or damage caused by handling that violates the precautions in the instruction manual.
- Malfunctions or damage to parts repaired or modified by parties other than our company.
- If your name, model name, serial number, etc. are not written on the warranty card, or if the wording has been altered.
- If the warranty card is not presented or lost.
(Warranty is only available for purchases within Japan.)
● Trade-in for up to 15% off
Get a 10% discount on your purchase when you use our trade-in service. (This offer does not apply to consignment items. It is only applicable if the trade-in value is 20% or more of the sales price.)
In addition, if you trade in an instrument that is eligible for our monthly buyback campaign, you will receive a 15% discount.
We ship in a sturdy cardboard box.
We also offer international shipping.
We offer free shipping.
Please note that customs duties, taxes, and other fees are the customer's responsibility.
If you return an item, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.
Note: All electronic devices, such as effect pedals and amplifiers, are set for use in Japan.
Please be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing and using them.
Contact Information
LINE: vwj2699r
Email: info@bassick.jp
TEL: 045 594 7308
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