Sire Guitars P5R Alder-4 Nt Rn
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The Essentials to Know About the Marcus Miller P5R Bass
The Essentials to Know About the Marcus Miller P5R Bass
- The Revisited Precision Spirit: a "P" bass signed by Sire, designed to recapture the classic tone while maintaining a modern and precise response.
- Premium Playing Comfort: roasted hard maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, and rolled fingerboard edges ("Edgeless") for a smoother feel along the entire length.
- Direct Passive Electronics: Marcus Vintage Fat-Precision Revolution pickups and Volume / Tone controls for straightforward sound without detours.
- Reliable Hardware: Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge and Premium Open-Gear tuners, chrome finish for reassuring tuning stability.
Manufacturer Information
Sire Marcus Miller
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A Contemporary "P" Bass in the Sire Marcus Miller Range
The Marcus Miller P5R follows the tradition of Precision-style basses, a format that has become essential for laying down a solid foundation in a band. Here, Sire emphasizes playability (roasted neck, rolled edges) and a "plug and play" approach thanks to simple passive electronics. The result: an electric bass with a familiar look but optimized to handle rehearsals, studio, and stage with immediate comfort.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
This bass is aimed equally at demanding beginners and experienced bassists who want refined ergonomics and an easy-to-place sound in the mix. It is particularly comfortable whenever support and groove are needed: funk, soul, R&B, rock, pop, and contemporary music. The passive control also encourages nuances in touch and potentiometer adjustments, ideal for those who like to control dynamics through their playing.
The Sound
The alder body provides a balanced foundation, with solid lows and natural mids, while the roasted maple neck promotes attack and stability. The rosewood fingerboard slightly softens the high end for a more organic tone. The Marcus Vintage Fat-Precision Revolution pickup set targets a dense and clear low end, with present mids to cut through the mix without effort. With the Volume / Tone pair, you can quickly switch from an open, punchy, and articulate sound to a rounder, vintage tone by rolling off the tone control.
Technical specifications
| Category | PB | Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Format | P type | Body | Alder |
| Nbr of strings | 4 | Color | Natural |
| Neck | Roasted maple | ||
| Body Material | North American Alder | Inlay | IV Dot Inlay |
| Body Shape | Sire Precision Bass Type | Knobs | Chrome metal knobs |
| Body Color | NT, TS, VWH | Bridge | Marcus Miller Vintage-S |
| Neck Material | Roasted Hard Maple | Tuning Machines | Premium Open-Gear |
| Neck Shape | C-Shape | Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Scale Length | 33.86" / 860 mm | Pickguard | Tortoise |
| Neck Joint | Four-bolt square steel plate | Pickups | Marcus Vintage Fat-Precision Revolution Set |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" / 241 mm | Preamp | Passive volume and tone control |
| Frets | 2.4 mm / 0.094" Medium | Controls | Volume, tone |
| Nut | 4-string - bone nut 42 mm / 1.65" wide; 5-string - bone nut 46 mm / 1.81" wide | String Gauge | 45-105 |
| Neck Attachment | None | ||
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Great value for money. Where some parts are just doing the trick (tuners, bridge), the neck is a joy to play, and the microphone offers a solid vintage P-Bass sound. I regret that the body is not a bit heavier, I am not a big fan of its resonance.
In any case: an imperfect bass, not all the components are premium, but absolutely exceptional for the price, especially the neck, which makes this bass really pleasant and simple to play.
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Questions frequently asked
What sound does the Sire Guitars P5R Alder-4 Nt Rn offer?
The Marcus Vintage Fat-Precision Revolution pickup delivers thick lows and present mids. The alder body and rosewood fingerboard provide a balanced foundation with an organic character.
Is the P5R active or passive?
This bass uses passive electronics with one volume and one tone control. No active preamp is specified.
What neck comfort does this 4-string Precision bass offer?
The C-Shape neck is made of roasted hard maple and features rolled edges. Its bone nut measures 42 mm and the fingerboard radius is 9.5 inches (241 mm). The 860 mm scale length corresponds to the common long scale for a 4-string bass.
For which styles is the P5R suitable?
This model suits funk, soul, R&B, rock, and pop bass lines. Its tone control allows for either an open attack or a rounder sound when rolled off.
What strings and bridge are installed originally?
The specified setup includes a Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge and strings with a 45-105 gauge. Tuning is handled by Premium Open-Gear tuners.
