Sterling By Music Man SB14 Passive Natural 2023

Sterling By Music Man SB14 Passive Natural 2023

Sterling by Music Man Sterling, natural satin, made in Indonesia 2023. Music Man's most iconic bass is the Stingray: they're great, but they're heavy, and the sound can be pretty aggressive. This little cutie is a Sterling, named after Mr Sterling Ball, head of Ernie Ball Co, and it's a trimmed down take on the classic. The body is a little smaller, the neck is a little slimmer, and it weighs in at 3.5kg... that would be light for a Strat, let alone a bass. It plays very nicely: the super slick satin neck is straight and stable, and the lightweight body resonates with gusto. The passive electronics are simple: no battery to worry about, and you get a fat, round, growly tone with plenty of midrange kick. This one presents as very close to showroom shape, so you can save yourself a few avocados if you were eyeing off a new one. Juicy.

Model: Sterling By Music Man SB14 Passive
Made: Indonesia, 2023
Serial: SB20891
Finish: natural, satin poly
Body: ash
Neck: maple, maple fretboard, 34" scale, 38mm nut, 12" radius, slim C
Weight: 3.455kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Music Man humbucker, passive volume/tone controls
Accessories: none

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has no major marks. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear and a couple of small dimples on the back only. The back has a dimple near the neck plate and a small scratch near the electronics cavity. The sides have no major marks. The front has minor play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)

Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 45/105 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 9/10, minor wear only