Sire Marcus Miller M2-5 Whp Rn
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Sire Marcus Miller
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An Instrument Focused on Modernity: Versatility and Sound Control
The M2-5 WHP RN is designed around a "modern" approach to the electric bass: contemporary playing comfort, a wide range of settings, and electronics that allow adapting the tonal character to the situation. Between a more direct passive mode and a more precise active mode, it targets bassists who want to maintain control over attack, definition, and mix balance without limiting themselves to a single register.
For Whom and Which Styles?
With its 24 frets, humbucker set, and comprehensive preamp, this bass is particularly aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a responsive and versatile instrument. It performs well in funk, modern rock, pop, metal, and fusion, wherever a solid low end, good definition, and effective EQ are needed to adapt to various ensembles.
The Sound
The mahogany body provides generous low-mids and a rounded feel while maintaining a warm foundation in the lows. The maple neck enhances attack response and clarity, useful for clean notes both with a pick and fingerstyle. The rosewood fingerboard completes the setup with a smoother response in the highs and a pleasant balance in the mids.
The Marcus Blue Humbucker set delivers a consistent output level with a dense and quiet sound (noise reduction typical of humbuckers). The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp, combined with very detailed controls (including a midrange adjustment with frequency via a dual potentiometer), allows shifting from a broad and deep sound to a more biting definition. The Pickup Blender facilitates blending between pickups, and the mini toggle Active / Passive offers real flexibility depending on style and amp.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | HH | Body | Mahogany |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Active |
| Nbr of strings | 5 | Color | White |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 24 | Hardware | Black |
| Wood | mahogany | Nut width | 45 mm / 1.77" |
| Shape | New Modern Bass | Inlays | pearloid |
| Finish | White Pearl | Bridge | Marcus standard Bass through-body |
| Weight | 4.80 kg | Tuners | Basic Diecasting Gear (Black) |
| Profile | C | Pickups | Marcus Blue Humbucker Set |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Preamp | Marcus Heritage-3 (with midrange adjustment) |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm | Controls | Volume / Tone (Dual Pot) | Pickup Blender | Treble | Middle / Middle Frequency (Dual Pot) | Bass |
| Frets | medium small | Mini toggle | Active / Passive |
| Number of frets | 24 | Model | M2-5 WHP RN |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Sire Marcus Miller M2-5 WHP RN operate in both active and passive modes?
A mini Active / Passive selector allows choosing between the two modes. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp remains associated with bass, treble, and mid controls with frequency selection.
What kind of sound do the pickups on this 5-string bass provide?
The two Marcus Blue Humbuckers deliver a consistent output level and reduce the noise inherent to single coils. The Pickup Blender allows precise mixing of each pickup's contribution.
Is the neck suited for a 5-string bass?
With a 34-inch (864 mm) scale length, a 45 mm nut width, and a C-shaped profile, the setup is designed for five strings. The rosewood fingerboard with a 12-inch radius has 24 medium small frets.
What styles can the M2-5 WHP RN cover?
Its HH configuration and active EQ make it suitable for funk, modern rock, pop, metal, and fusion. The mahogany body provides generous low mids, while the maple neck promotes clear attack.
What is the weight and hardware of this white bass?
The listed weight is 4.80 kg. The glossy white finish is complemented by black hardware, a standard Marcus string-through bridge, and Basic Diecasting Gear tuners.
