That hasn't changed since the company was acquired by Ernieball, and it is still widely accepted by modern bassists.
Many artists are known to use the company's basses, including Lewis Johnson and Flea.
The Stingray is by far the most popular model from the company, but this is the Sterling.
It features a slightly slimmer body shape and is convincingly comfortable to hold in comparison.
The PU has been replaced with one made by EMG.
The pre-amp is also an EMG BTS.
Controls are volume, treble and bass with the last knob and 3-way selector being dummy.
The PU can be tapped with the volume push-pull SW.
The feel is as crisp and powerful as a Stingray.
The clear and speedy nuances of the EMG are well matched.
The remaining frets are approximately 80%.
The truss rod action is a little stiff, but we have confirmed that it works at about 90°.
The neck is in good condition.
The condition of the body and paintwork shows some large scratches on the body sides. It is also in player's condition with scattered scratches and dented parts that are dull.
Controls : Master volume (push-pull: PU tap), treble, bass.
Nut width : 38.7 mm
Pitch between strings at bridge : 19mm
Year of manufacture : 1998
Country of manufacture : USA
Accessories : External soft case
SIT Strings, favoured by many professional artists, are used in the set-up.
Characterised by stable tuning and a powerful, three-dimensional sound. The GIB craftsmen have tuned it to be easy to play and deliver it to you.
Serial number: #F00803
Weight: 3.68kg
Fret: 80% remaining
Truss rod: tight a little, but can work roughly 90° at least
Neck condition: Good.
Control: Master Volume (Push Pull : PU tap), Treble, Bass
In addition, it is a players condition where dullness of scratches and dents are scattered.
Nut width: 38.7mm
String spacing: 19mm
year: 1998
Country of origin: USA
Text: Shunsuke Saga
Inspection: Mizuta
GIB 3-month warranty
Ships in a sturdy cardboard box.
International shipping is also available.
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