Sterling by Music Man Releases New Models for 2011

Anaheim, CA (February 2, 2011) -- Sterling by Music Man, established in 2009 delivers the classic Music Man designs, with high quality components aimed at the mid range market. The company has recently announced their 2011 models, including two John Petrucci models, and Active Basses.

John Petrucci Signature Models
The success of the original JP50 model made way for the new JP100 and JP60 models, with new upgraded appointments. “I’m so happy to be part of the Sterling by Music Man family! The new JP100 continues in the tradition of amazingly beautiful, high quality instruments at friendly and affordable prices.” - John Petrucci


JP100-TBK John Petrucci Signature Trans Black features:
-Deluxe quilt maple top
-Transparent black finish
-“BFR” style body shape
-24 jumbo frets
-JP “Shield” Inlays
-JP “Dome” knobs
-2x hi output Sterling Modern pickups
-Sterling JP Bridge
-Locking tuners
-25.5 “ scale
-10-46 Ernie Ball Reg Slinky Strings
-Inspected and Set up in Orange, CA USA
-MSRP $898, Street $629
-Includes heavy duty gig bag

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JP60-BKM John Petrucci Signature Black Metallic features:
-Sculpted basswood body
-Deep black metallic finish
-24 jumbo frets
-JP “Shield” Inlays
-JP “Dome” knobs
-2x hi output Sterling Modern pickups
-Sterling JP Bridge
-Locking tuners
-25.5 “ scale
-10-46 Ernie Ball Reg Slinky Strings
-Inspected and Set up in Orange, CA USA
-MSRP $779, Street $549
-Includes heavy duty gig bag

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Ray34CA Classic Active basses
Last year Music Man introduced their Classic StingRay basses featuring vintage style appointments to the iconic bass. Sterling by Music Man introduces a mid range priced version that packs a ton of value and classic vibe.

The swamp ash body is slab cut (no belly or forearm contours), available in Mint Green or 3 Tone Sunburst finishes. The Music Man designed parts include: Classic voiced 2 band active preamp, Classic voiced Humbucking pickup, heavy duty top load bridge w/ stainless steel saddles.

The neck is finished in a glossy darker tinted hue. A slim 38mm nut width makes for an ultra comfortable playable neck. Vintage styling, classic vibe aimed at the value minded player who seeks old school looks with modern features.


Ray34CA Classic Active bass features:
-Slab cut swamp ash body
-Maple neck w/ maple or rosewood fingerboard. (MG-RW, 3TS-MP)
-Glossy tinted neck finish
-Slim 38 mm nut width
-Music Man designed preamp, pickup and bridge
-Top load bridge w/ stainless steel saddles
-34” scale
-Ernie Ball Reg Slinky Bass strings 45-100
-Heavy duty gig bag included
-MSRP $941 Mint green finish, $984 3TS finish, Street $659 Mint green finish, $689 3TS finish

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Sterling by Music Man