Sterling SB14 Sterling - Blue Pearl
The passive powerhouse is back. With an Alnico V parallel humbucker offering vintage warmth and dynamic responsiveness, this bass delivers a balanced and reliable sound across genres. It’s the ideal choice for those who appreciate the retro look and feel of the original Music Man Sterling model, while favoring the classic charm and playability of a passive bass. Don’t be fooled by its simplicity—this 4-string packs a versatile punch.
PASSIVE ELECTRONICS
Perfect for straightforward performance, this passive bass is equipped with a single alnico V humbucker and 1 tone / 1 volume knob, delivering a classic yet powerful tone.
FAN-FAVORITE DESIGN
The Sterling, modeled after the original Ernie Ball Music Man model, is beloved for its slightly smaller body and neck profile, offering a big sound in a comfortable package. The Sterling returns for 2025 in a stunning, limited-edition Blue Pearl finish.
Specifications:
Model: SB14
Body Wood: Soft Maple
Body Color: Blue Pearl (BLP)
Bridge: Sterling by Music Man-Designed Bridge
Pickguard: Black
Scale Length: 34” (86.4 cm)
Neck Radius: 9.5" (24 cm)
Frets: 22 Frets
Neck Width: 1.5” (38 mm) at Nut, 2.44” (62 mm) at Last Fret
Neck Wood: Hard Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Fret Markers: White Dot Markers
Tuning Machines: Open Gear
Truss Rod: Dual Action
Neck Attachment: 5 Bolt Pattern
Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
Switching: N/A
Pickups: H - 1 Alnico V Humbucker
Strings: Ernie Ball 2834 Super Slinky
Gig Bag: N/A
This item is a “B-Stock” directly from the manufacturer. It is NEW Stock that has never been owned. Pictures are of the actual guitar you will receive.
A “B-Stock” is a guitar that won't have structural or playability issues, but could possibly have some particular minor cosmetic flaw which can keep it from passing the rigorous inspection process put in place by the guitar manufacturer.
we will have our licensed tech go over the guitar and set it up for you. I personally did not see the blemish on this one when I looked over it. However, just because I did not notice it does not mean there is not a small cosmetic flaw somewhere. Wherever it is, it is small in nature.