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Description

The Music Man Silhouette Bass is a revolutionary fusion of bass and guitar, crafted for those who crave sonic versatility and creative exploration. Designed with a unique 6-string setup, it’s tuned a full octave down in E–E, allowing musicians to delve into the depths of bass tones while maintaining a familiar guitar-like feel. This makes it the perfect instrument for both bassists looking to expand their range and guitarists yearning for deeper tonal options.

Built with a poplar wood body, the Silhouette Bass offers a resonant and balanced tone that's perfect for a wide array of musical genres. The all-maple neck and fingerboard, finished with a hand-rubbed oil and wax blend, ensure a smooth playing experience and quick response, enhancing your performance with every strum. Equipped with two DiMarzio custom-split humbucker pickups, this instrument delivers a rich palette of sounds, from the warm thickness of humbuckers to the sharp clarity of single-coils.

Whether you're exploring new musical landscapes or simply want to add a distinctive edge to your sound, the Music Man Silhouette Bass is your gateway to a world of musical possibilities. It's more than just an instrument; it's a tool for innovation in your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Unique 6-string hybrid instrument, tuned E–E, combining bass depth with guitar playability
  • Poplar wood body for balanced resonance
  • All-maple neck and fingerboard with oil and wax finish for smooth playability
  • Dual DiMarzio custom-split humbuckers for versatile tonal options
  • Schaller M6LA tuning machines for reliable tuning stability
Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball Music Man Silhouette Bass

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Ernie Ball Music Man Silhouette Bass

Ernie Ball

Ernie Ball

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Extreme Pop Funk Solo on a Ernie Ball Music Man Silhouette Bass | Jan Henning - Catch the Cat!

Jan Henning

Jan Henning

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8 Finger Tapping - Toccata No. 1

Jan Henning

Jan Henning

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Jazz Solo - Music Man Silhouette Bass/Bаritone Guitar

Dmitry Andrianov

Dmitry Andrianov

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Jan Henning - There Will Be Joy | 8 Finger Tapping on a Ernie Ball Music Man Silhouette Bass

Jan Henning

Jan Henning

Video thumbnail for Fingerstyle Solo on a Ernie Ball Music Man Silhouette Bass by Jan Henning

Fingerstyle Solo on a Ernie Ball Music Man Silhouette Bass

Jan Henning

Jan Henning

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Silhouette Bass Guitar

PeteDuBaldo

PeteDuBaldo

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Music Man Silhouette Baritone/Bass Guitar. Something that everybody overlook.

Daniel Belensky

Daniel Belensky

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Comparisons

  • The EBMM Silhouette necks are significantly smaller compared to the 50's Fender Tele U necks, making them less suitable for those who prefer "baseball bat" necks.

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User experience

  • Owners with larger hands report that the Silhouette's 1 5/8” nut width contributes to a notably smaller neck feel, despite its comfort.

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See how John Petrucci uses Music Man Silhouette Bass

John Petrucci

Guitarist, Composer

Dream Theater

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In this video at 13:50, John Petrucci presents his Music Man Silhouette Bass, which is set up like a baritone guitar and was used during the recording of Dream Theater's album 'Six Degrees of Inner Turbulence' for one song.

See how Jason Newsted uses Music Man Silhouette Bass

Jason Newsted

Bassist

Metallica

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In this Instagram reel of Jason Newsted making a guest appearance at a Sepultura show, he can be seen playing a 6-string Music Man Silhouette Bass.

See how Joe Perry uses Music Man Silhouette Bass

Joe Perry

Guitarist

Hollywood Vampires

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"This is a six-string bass. It's like a small scale bass. This is an Ernie Ball. This here is used on the song 'Back on the Saddle' and Joe originally wrote it on a Fender, but that guitar was stolen many, many years ago. This is what we have to replace. It's amazing. It's got lots of growl and it's got a Floyd Rose on it. The tuning on this one is G, it's one whole step down - standard tuning one whole step down. It's very growly. He actually plays lead on it, which is pretty amazing to watch him go crazy all over this thing. The gauge strings are .045 to .105. You got to hear him just bend it. It's pretty amazing," says Joe Perry's guitar tech.

See how D'arcy Wretzky uses Music Man Silhouette Bass

D'arcy Wretzky

Singer, Bassist

The Smashing Pumpkins

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In an eBay auction listed on the official Smashing Pumpkins account from October 19 to October 29, 2011, a "1996 Ernie Ball Music Man Baritone Bass Guitar" was sold for $1700. The listing confirmed that this instrument was used by D'arcy Wretzky on the 1998 Adore outtake "Waiting". The auction included a hardshell case, noted minor scratches on the back, and provided the serial number #97705, indicating it was manufactured on May 1, 1996. Additionally, a certificate of authenticity signed by Billy Corgan accompanied the sale.

See how Stephen Harrison uses Music Man Silhouette Bass

Stephen Harrison

Guitarist

House of Protection

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Used for songs like Hunting Season, Trigger and The Innocent

See how Nestor Chumak uses Music Man Silhouette Bass

Nestor Chumak

Singer, Bassist

Pup

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here’s a lil post for the tonefreakz out there. #tbt to my bass #battlestation for morbid stuff - p-bass, nash pb63 (w flats), gib victory bass, EB Silhouette Bass VI, JMJ mustang, orange AD200, traynor monobloc, empress compressor and a bunch of big muffs (SECOND PICTURE OF THE SOURCE LINK)

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