Sire Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 Candy Apple Red

A V5 in the Jazz Lineage: Sound, Simplicity, Efficiency

The V5 Alder-4 follows the tradition of Jazz-style basses: two single-coil pickups, passive electronics, and immediately familiar ergonomics. The idea is to capture the character and dynamics of a vintage Jazz without complexity or preamp, with careful craftsmanship and proven wood choices. The result: a reliable and versatile electric bass, comfortable in home studios, rehearsals, and on stage, with a sound that naturally sits in the mix.

For Which Bassists and Styles?

With its "C" neck profile and 34" / 864 mm scale length (typical "long scale" tension), the V5 Alder-4 suits serious beginners seeking a durable foundation, as well as intermediate and advanced players looking for a direct and expressive passive Jazz bass. It excels in funk, jazz, soul, pop, and rock: warm and full-bodied on the neck pickup side, sharper and more articulate on the bridge pickup side, with the response needed for slap, ghost notes, and pick attacks.

Sound Character

The alder body provides a very musical balance: firm lows, present mids (ideal for clarity), and never harsh highs. The maple neck and fingerboard enhance attack and definition, perfect for precise playing and right-hand nuances. The Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups deliver the expected Jazz grain: the neck pickup favors warmth and foundation, while the bridge pickup emphasizes precision, presence, and that typical slight "growl." The V/V/T controls allow fine blending between the two pickups and darkening the tone via the tone control, while preserving the natural dynamics of passive electronics. The Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge promotes good vibration transfer for convincing sustain and appreciated stability during aggressive playing.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

For this 4-string bass with a 34" / 864 mm scale length, choose a 4-string long scale bass string set (34") (common gauges 40-100 or 45-105 depending on your touch). A standard strap is also recommended to secure the instrument during rehearsals and on stage.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	4
Strings	Steel	Color	Red

Wood	North American alder	Inlays	black blocks
Body shape	Marcus Miller Jazz Type	Binding	single black ply
Pickguard	3-ply black	Neck joint	steel plate, 4 screws
Bridge	Marcus Miller Vintage-S	Fret edge finish	rounded for added comfort
Finish	"Candy Apple Red"	Tuners	Premium Open-Gear
Neck	roasted maple	Hardware finish	chrome
Profile	"C"	Pickups	"Marcus Vintage-J Revolution" set (neck and bridge)
Fingerboard	maple	Controls	volume (neck pickup), volume (bridge pickup), tone (master)
Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Preamp	passive
Frets	Medium 0.094" / 2.4 mm	Knobs	Jazz-style black plastic
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Number of strings	4
Nut	bone, 4 strings, width 1.50" / 38 mm	String gauge	45-105