Gear Review: Lynam Bassist Mark Dzier on His 5 String Music-Man Stingray Bass Guitar

Rockers Lynam have recently released their first studio album since 2009 called Halfway To Hell. Bassist Mark Dzier, who has recently rejoined the band, took some time to tell us about the key gear he uses. The band also recently released their first music video since 2006 with the single “Cold” – check the interview and video below.

What one piece of gear do you use to obtain your signature sound?
Mark: 5 String Music-Man Stingray Bass.

What about it makes it important to you?
Mark: The Stingray is a great bass that’s nicely designed and carefully built. It can get nearly any sound with definition and authority.

What are the major pros and cons?
Mark: Playing finger style riffs, the bass and treble EQ hit its stride with both knobs at halfway, perhaps with a slight tweak in either direction. There’s no center detent to help you find your way – and no pointer line ether. That means you can’t preset a tone before you start playing – or even visually assess where you’ve set the EQ.

How long have you had it, how do you use it, and would you ever change it?
Mark: I’ve used the Stingray bass for 10 years now, at live shows and studio sessions. No future plans on changing.

Any final thoughts on the gear?
Mark: Probably not the best bass to learn on due to the fat neck and weight, but the build quality, tone, look, and ability are second to none.

Check out the new song “Cold”