Sire Marcus Miller D5 Alder-4 Ts Mn

A Sire "D" Bass: The Most Streamlined Approach to Marcus Miller's Sound

Within the Sire range, the D5 stands out with a deliberately minimalist philosophy: traditional luthiery, passive electronics, and a selection of components focused on precision. Developed with Marcus Miller's preferences in mind, it emphasizes what matters most to the bassist: finger response, attack, and a clear sonic identity that is easy to place in a mix.

For Which Bassist and Styles?

The Marcus Miller Sire D5 suits both the demanding beginner and the intermediate or advanced musician seeking a bass that is simple to set up and effective both in rehearsal and on stage. Its vintage temperament and single-coil pickup make it an excellent partner for funk, soul, blues, rock, and pop, when solid lows, present mids, and natural articulation are desired.

Sound

The North American alder body provides a very musical balance, with firm lows and well-defined mids, while the torrefied maple neck promotes quick response and a sharp attack. The Marcus Vintage D-Bass single-coil pickup highlights definition and "snap": perfect for clean lines, precise ghost notes, and dynamic playing that remains clear. With passive electronics, the volume/tone control pair allows you to shift from an open, punchy sound to a rounder, softer register without losing the instrument's distinctive character.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To stay true to the D5's sonic intent and respect its specifications, prioritize a 4-string long scale bass string set with a 45-105 gauge (matching the indicated setup). A new set will quickly restore attack and brightness, while a more broken-in set will emphasize warmth and vintage character.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	S	Body	Alder
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Passive
Nbr of strings	4	Color	Gradient
Fingerboard	Maple	Finishing	Glossy
Nbrs of frets	20	Hardware	Chromed

Body Material	North American Alder	Mounting	None
Body Shape	Sire D Bass	Inlays	BK dots
Body Color	Butterscotch Blonde, TS, Vintage White	Knobs	Chrome metal knob
Neck Material	1-piece torrefied hard maple	Bridge	Marcus Vintage D-Bass
Neck Shape	C-Shape	Tuners	Premium Open-Gear
Scale Length	34" / 864 mm (86 cm)	Hardware Finish	Chrome
Neck Joint	Four-bolt square steel plate	Pickups	Marcus Vintage D-Bass single-coil pickup
Fretboard Material	Torrefied hard maple (rolled edges)	Controls	Volume, tone
Fretboard Radius	9.5" / 241 mm (24 cm)	Number of Strings	4
Frets	2.4mm Medium	String Gauge	45-105
Nut	Bone nut, 4 strings - 42 mm / 1.65" width