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Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl

Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl

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$749.99at Musician's FriendChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $749.99 at Musician's Friend on Nov 9.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl

The Sterling by Music Man SB14 is a four-string electric bass built to the SUB series formula: a solid body, a maple neck, and Music Man-style humbucking electronics at a budget tier. It is a full-scale 34-inch bass aimed at players who want the StingRay look and punch without paying for a US-built instrument. Against rivals like the Squier Classic Vibe Precision and the Yamaha TRBX, it leans on its active-style humbucker and slim neck rather than vintage single-coil tone. Owners treat it as a solid first serious bass or a gigging backup.

Best forRock and punk players who want a punchy humbuckerBeginners moving up from a starter bassGigging players who need a cheap backupFans of the StingRay shape on a budget
Pros
  • Music Man-style humbucker delivers a thick, aggressive tone
  • Slim maple neck is comfortable for smaller hands
  • Full 34-inch scale gives familiar string tension and feel
  • Classic StingRay body shape and Blue Pearl finish look the part
  • Four-string layout keeps it simple and easy to set up
Cons
  • Setup and fretwork can be rough out of the box
  • Stock strings and electronics are basic compared with pricier basses
  • Limited tonal range versus dual-pickup rivals
  • Weight can feel heavy over long sets

Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl prices at every store

  • Guitar CenterNew

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    $749.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Musician's FriendNew

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    $749.99Checked Nov 9
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Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl price history

Lowest price we've seen: $749.99 on Nov 9 at Musician's Friend. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of the SB14 and the wider Sterling SUB line generally call it a lot of bass for the money, praising the neck and the humbucker's bite. Many note that it benefits from a proper setup and fresh strings, and some find the tone one-dimensional next to dual-pickup basses.

What people mention
  • TonePraisedOwners like the thick, aggressive humbucker sound for rock and punk.
  • NeckPraisedThe slim maple neck is called comfortable and easy to play.
  • SetupCriticisedSeveral buyers say it needs a professional setup and fretwork check on arrival.
  • VersatilityMixedSome players find the single humbucker limits tonal options compared with dual-pickup basses.
  • BuildMixedThe body and hardware feel solid for the tier, but the stock electronics and strings are basic.

Specifications

Qty. Strings (pcs)
4Source
Handedness
Right-HandedSource
Size
4/4Source
Color
BlueSource

Questions and answers

Is the SB14 good for beginners?
Yes. The four-string layout, full scale and slim neck make it a reasonable step-up bass. Budget for a setup, since factory adjustment varies.
How does it compare with a Squier Precision Bass?
The SB14 has a humbucker with a hotter, more aggressive voice; the Squier P-Bass is warmer and more vintage. Pick the SB14 for rock punch, the Squier for classic thump.
Does it have active or passive electronics?
The SB14 uses passive humbucking pickups with simple volume and tone controls, so there is no battery to change.
What scale length is it?
It is a full 34-inch scale, four-string bass, so standard long-scale strings fit.
Is a case included?
No. The bass ships on its own, so plan on a gig bag or hard case separately.
Where is the Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl cheapest?
At Musician's Friend, for $749.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Guitar Center, Musician's Friend.

Stores we've priced the Sterling By Music Man SB14 Blue Pearl at

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Wood Type (neck)
MapleSource