Ernie Ball Music Man John Myung Bongo 4 HH - JM Green #S13096

The Ernie Ball Music Man John Myung Bongo 4 HH in JM Green is a bold expression of modern bass design, created in collaboration with the legendary Dream Theater bassist whose technical mastery has inspired generations of musicians. Combining cutting edge engineering with exceptional craftsmanship, this signature model delivers uncompromising performance, remarkable versatility, and unmistakable visual appeal. Finished in the vibrant JM Green high gloss polyester finish, the Bongo stands apart with a futuristic aesthetic that is matched only by its extraordinary sonic capabilities.

Built around a resonant basswood body, the John Myung Bongo produces a balanced and articulate voice with impressive clarity across the entire frequency spectrum. Every note remains focused and defined, whether laying down intricate fingerstyle passages, aggressive pick attack, or dynamic slap techniques. The body measures 12 3/4 inches wide, 1 5/8 inches thick, and 46 inches in overall length, offering a comfortable and well-balanced playing experience that feels equally at home on stage and in the studio.

The roasted maple neck is finished with Music Man's signature hand rubbed oil and wax treatment, creating a remarkably smooth and natural feel that invites effortless movement from the first fret to the twenty fourth. Featuring a comfortable 34 inch scale length, an 11 inch fingerboard radius, and 24 high profile wide frets, the neck is built for speed, precision, and endurance. Available with either a rosewood or roasted maple fingerboard featuring the elegant Golden Ratio layout and white half moon inlays, every detail is designed to enhance both performance and aesthetics. A sculpted five bolt neck joint provides exceptional upper fret access while maximizing stability and sustain.

At the heart of the instrument are dual Music Man humbucking pickups equipped with powerful neodymium magnets, delivering exceptional output, outstanding definition, and remarkable dynamic response. The intuitive control layout features a volume on and off switch along with a five way rotary pickup blend selector, unlocking an impressive range of tones that move effortlessly from warm and rounded to aggressive, punchy, and highly articulate. Extensive electronic shielding, including a graphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum control cover, helps maintain an exceptionally quiet signal even in demanding performance environments.

Performance hardware is equally impressive. The chrome plated Music Man steel bridge with stainless steel saddles provides outstanding sustain, precise intonation, and rock solid stability, while custom lightweight Music Man tuning machines with tapered string posts and an ergonomic design ensure smooth operation and reliable tuning. The conveniently adjustable truss rod allows neck relief adjustments without removing strings or components, making routine maintenance fast and effortless.

The bass comes equipped with 45w, 65w, 80w, and 100w strings, offering a balanced feel that complements the instrument's dynamic response and expressive tonal range. A black pickguard provides a striking contrast against the vivid JM Green finish, completing the instrument's sleek and unmistakably modern appearance.

Weighing approximately 8 pounds 15 ounces, the Ernie Ball Music Man John Myung Bongo 4 HH delivers a substantial yet comfortable playing experience with exceptional balance and resonance. Designed for players who demand limitless tonal flexibility, uncompromising precision, and world class craftsmanship, this signature model is an inspiring instrument capable of meeting the most demanding musical challenges while carrying the unmistakable legacy of one of progressive music's most celebrated bassists.

Other specifications include:

• Size 12-3/4" wide, 1-5/8" thick, 46" long (32.4 cm wide, 4.1 cm thick, 116.9 cm long)
• Body Wood Basswood
• Body Finish High Gloss Polyester
• Bridge Music Man® chrome plated, steel bridge plate with stainless steel saddles
• Pickguard Black
• Scale Length 34" (86.4 cm)
• Neck Radius 11" (27.9 cm)
• Frets 24 - High Profile, Wide
• Neck Width 1-5/8" (41.3 mm) at nut 2-9/16" (65.1 mm) at last fret
• Neck Wood Roasted Maple Neck
• Fingerboard Rosewood/Roasted Maple Golden Ratio
• Fret Markers White Half moon inlay
• Neck Finish Hand-Rubbed Oil and Wax Finish
• Neck Colors Natural
• Tuning Machines Custom Music Man, lightweight with tapered string posts and ergonomic design
• Truss Rod Adjustable - no component or string removal
• Neck Attachment 5-Bolt, Sculpted Neck Joint
• Electronic Shielding Graphite acrylic resin coated body cavity and aluminum control cover
• Controls Volume on/off switch; 5 way rotary knob for pickup blend
• Switching On/off volume switch knob and 5-way pickup blend knob
• Pickups Dual Humbucking with Neodymium magnets
• Left Handed No
• Strings 45w-65w-80w-100w
• 8 lbs 15 oz
• S13096

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