Music Man Dark Ray 4 Dark Rainbow
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Essential Information on the Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay 4 Bass
Essential Information on the Ernie Ball Music Man DarkRay 4 Bass
- Darkglass x Music Man Collaboration: a StingRay Special designed for modern bassists, featuring an exclusive Darkglass preamp.
- 3 Instant Modes via 3-position selector: Clean, Alpha (distortion), and Omega (fuzz), with visual indication through an LED ring.
- StingRay Tone + Modern Precision: neodymium humbucker pickup, high headroom, sharp attacks, and solid lows.
- Comfort and Premium Finish: roasted maple neck, ebony fingerboard, 22 stainless steel frets, contoured body, and 3+1 headstock.
Manufacturer Information
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DarkRay: The StingRay Special Spirit, Enhanced by Darkglass
The DarkRay builds on the foundation of a StingRay Special (ergonomics, neodymium humbucker pickup, fast playing feel) and adds Darkglass DNA to broaden the spectrum: from hi-fi clean tones to saturated textures tailored for live performance. The result is a high-end bass designed to transition from wide, defined sounds to controlled saturation without sacrificing the low end.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
The DarkRay 4 targets intermediate to expert bassists (and motivated beginners) seeking a versatile, immediate, and recording-ready bass. It excels in modern rock, metal, prog, pop, while maintaining the impact and "snap" needed for funk and pick-style playing. The three modes cover a full set without extra pedals, all while preserving excellent mix clarity.
Sound
The core of the sound lies in a neodymium humbucker pickup: clear attack, tight lows, and generous dynamics, ideal for cutting through dense mixes. The Darkglass 2-band active preamp (bass/treble) offers quick sculpting, plus two integrated drive circuits Alpha and Omega selectable via the 3-position switch. The gain + blend controls make the saturations fully mixable: from subtle grit to massive fuzz, while retaining fundamental tone and depth. The roasted maple neck and ebony fingerboard enhance definition and precision, while the stainless steel frets improve attack and durability.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To stay true to the original specs, choose 45-65-80-100 gauge strings (Ernie Ball Super Slinky Bass #2834).
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | H | Body | Hardwood |
| Left handed | No | Electronics | Active |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Red |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Finishing | Glossy |
| Fingerboard | Ebony | Hardware | Black |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | ||
| Model | DarkRay Bass | Fret Markers | dot inlays |
| Dimensions | 13-1/2" / 343 mm (width), 1-5/8" / 41 mm (thickness), 44-7/8" / 1140 mm (length) | Neck Finish | Gunstock oil and special wax blend, hand-rubbed |
| Body Wood | selected hardwood | Neck Colors | roasted - Obsidian Black; body-matched - Granite Stone |
| Body Finish | glossy polyester - Obsidian Black; satin polyester - Granite Stone | Tuners | custom Music Man, lightweight, with tapered string posts and ergonomic clover design |
| Bridge | Vintage Music Man black-plated steel, top load, with black-plated steel bridge plate and vintage black-plated steel saddles | Neck Attachment | 5 bolts, sculpted neck joint |
| Pickguard | black | Electronic Shielding | body cavity coated with graphite acrylic resin and black-plated aluminum control cover |
| Scale Length | 34" / 864 mm | Controls | custom Darkglass 2-band active preamp with two distinct distortion circuits (Alpha and Omega); volume, gain, blend, treble, bass |
| Radius | 11" / 279 mm | đŠđđ¶đđ°đ”đ¶đ»đŽ: đŻ-đœđŒđđ¶đđ¶đŒđ» đđŒđŽđŽđčđČ đ±đ¶đđđŒđżđđ¶đŒđ» đđČđčđČđ°đđŒđż | |
| Headstock Size | 8-3/4" / 222 mm only | âž Preamp only | |
| Frets | 22 - tall, wide profile, stainless steel | âž Preamp + Alpha distortion | |
| Nut Width / Last Fret Width | 1-11/16" / 42.86 mm at nut; 2-1/2" / 63.5 mm at last fret | âž Preamp + Omega distortion | |
| Neck Wood | roasted maple | Pickups | single neodymium humbucker pickup |
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Questions frequently asked
What types of distortion tones does the Music Man Dark Ray 4 Dark Rainbow offer?
The 3-position switch activates the preamp alone, the Alpha distortion, or the Omega distortion. The gain and blend controls allow the saturated signal to be dialed in while preserving the fundamental tone. The active Darkglass preamp also features a 2-band EQ: bass and treble.
Is the DarkRay 4 suitable for metal and funk?
This bass is designed for modern rock, metal, prog, and pop, with two built-in Darkglass drive circuits. Its neodymium magnet humbucker delivers a sharp attack and tight lows. The advertised "snap" also makes it suitable for funk lines and pick playing.
What is the scale length and neck profile?
The roasted maple neck measures 34 inches, or 864 mm scale length, with an 11-inch (279 mm) radius. The nut width is 42.86 mm and the fingerboard is ebony. The 22 frets are stainless steel.
What strings are recommended for this 4-string bass?
The specified gauge is 45-65-80-100, with Ernie Ball Super Slinky Bass #2834 recommended to meet the original specifications.
Is the DarkRay 4 available in a left-handed version?
This model is listed as not available in a left-handed version. It uses a 5-bolt neck attachment with a sculpted heel and lightweight Music Man clover-style tuners.
