Essential Information About the Sire P5 Alder-4 Black Bass
- Authentic Precision Vibe revisited by Marcus Miller: precise attack, deep lows, full mids.
- Premium woods: North American alder body, roasted maple neck and fingerboard for stability and definition.
- Comfortable playability: "C" profile and 9.5" radius for a natural feel on stage and in the studio.
- Simple and effective passive electronics: 1 volume, 1 tone, Marcus Vintage-Fat split-coil P pickup.
The "P" Spirit Reimagined by Marcus Miller
Designed to combine the old-school punch of a P-Bass with the modern precision dear to Marcus Miller, the Sire P5 stands as the "vintage-ready" reference in the range. The alder/roasted maple combination delivers a neutral sound base in the upper mids, ideal for cutting through the mix without harshness, with that classic tone immediately usable in studio and live settings.
For Which Bassist and Styles?
Versatile and intuitive, this 4-string bass suits both the
ambitious beginner and the
experienced musician. It excels in soul, funk, R&B, pop, rock, and gospel, with consistent response whether played fingerstyle, with a pick, or palm-muted. The minimalist controls allow quick tone adjustments without compromising the instrument?s character.
The Sound
The
Marcus Vintage-Fat Precision Revolution pickup is a passive split-coil with simple wiring (Volume/Tone): solid and tight lows, "woody" mids, and smooth highs for precise
thump. The
alder body provides spectral balance and projection, while the
roasted maple neck and fingerboard add articulation and attack. The
Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge enhances sustain and tuning stability with stable open-gear tuners.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the best from this long-scale bass, choose
4-string "long scale" 34" strings (gauges 45-105 if needed), a
P-style 34" bass gig bag or case, a sturdy
strap, and a quality
6.35 mm jack cable. A
clip-on tuner and a
universal stand will complete a reliable setup.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Wood: North American alder
- Shape: Sire P Bass style
- Pickguard: "tortoise" shell
- Bridge: Marcus Miller Vintage-S
- Hardware: chrome finish
- Finish: Black
Neck
- Wood: roasted maple (neck) / roasted maple (fingerboard)
- Profile: "C"
- Scale length: 34" / 864 mm
- Radius: 9.5" / 241 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm / 1.65"
- Nut material: bone
- Frets: medium 2.4 mm (? 0.09")
- Inlays: black dots
- Neck joint: 4-screw steel plate
- Binding: none
Electronics
- Pickups: Marcus Vintage-Fat Precision Revolution (passive split-coil)
- Controls: 1 Volume, 1 Tone
- Preamp: passive
- Knobs: chrome metal
Miscellaneous
- Tuners: Premium Open-Gear
- Number of strings: 4
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