Sire Marcus Miller P6-4 Candy Apple Red

The Sire P6-4: The PJ Spirit, Optimized in Series 6

With the P6-4, Sire revisits a classic in the electric bass world (the P+J duo) and modernizes it through Series 6: an approach focused on playability, dynamic range, and refined finishing. The choice of a mahogany body combined with a sanded solid ash top reinforces the visual identity while providing a tonal balance particularly interesting for bassists alternating between stage and studio.

Who Is This Bass For, and What Styles?

The Sire P6-4 mainly targets intermediate to advanced bassists looking for a PJ capable of handling various contexts without compromise. Its ergonomics can also suit a motivated beginner wishing to invest in an evolving instrument. Funk, soul, pop, rock, gospel, and studio work: the P pickup structures the low end of the mix, while the J pickup provides the definition needed to gain clarity without harshness.

The Sound

The combination of mahogany (warmth, density in the low-mids) and ash (sharper attack, sense of openness in the highs) provides a rich foundation, with solid lows and a clear attack. The P split pickup at the neck delivers a naturally full and quiet sound, ideal for laying down the groove, while the single J at the bridge adds articulation and definition very useful for "cutting through" a busy arrangement. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp offers a musical 3-band active EQ, and the passive mode via push/pull allows an instant return to a more organic response. Result: an expressive bass, responsive to fingerstyle, pick, and slap playing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

With its 34" / 864 mm scale length (long scale) in 4 strings, this bass is compatible with long scale bass string sets. A robust and comfortable strap is also recommended for rehearsals and concerts, especially if you play long standing sessions.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	4
Strings	Steel	Color	Red

Wood	mahogany with sanded solid ash top	Nut width	38 mm / 1.50" (bone)
Shape	Sire Precision Bass	Bridge	Marcus Miller Modern-S Bass
Finish	"Candy Apple Red"	Tuners	Premium Light Weight Open Gear
Pickguard	none	Knobs	black aluminum
Hardware	chrome finish	Pickups	Marcus Super-PJ Revolution (P split neck, single J bridge)
Neck	maple, C profile	Controls	Master volume, passive tone, blend (pickup mix)
Joint	4-screw steel plate	Active EQ	Treble / Midrange / Bass
Fingerboard	rosewood, "dot" inlays	Passive mode	push/pull on Bass potentiometer
Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Preamp	Marcus Heritage-3 (fixed mid frequency, no frequency selector)
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Indicative weight (4-string version)	under 4 kg
Frets	20, Medium 2.4 mm / 0.09"	String gauge	45-105