Sire Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 Tide Pool
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A V5 Designed to Recapture the "Feeling" of Jazz References
The V5 Alder-4 follows in the footsteps of 60s/70s Jazz basses, with a deliberate choice of passive electronics to preserve the instrument's natural response. The roasted maple neck offers a more "mature" touch and appreciable stability for daily use, while the craftsmanship and hardware embrace the essential codes of a timeless bass: direct, reliable, and ready to record or hit the stage.
For Which Bassists and Styles?
This 4-string bass is aimed equally at the demanding beginner (seeking a serious and durable instrument) and the experienced musician looking for a simple, effective, and coherent Jazz Bass for rehearsals, studio, and live settings. Naturally versatile, it fits comfortably in funk, jazz, soul, R&B, pop, and rock. The neck pickup delivers round and deep lines, while the bridge pickup provides the attack and precision sought for a more biting playing style, including slap.
The Sound
The alder body is known for its balance: firm lows, present mids, and clean attack, ideal for keeping the bass clear in the mix. The combination of maple neck and fingerboard enhances clarity and "snap," with a quick response feel under the fingers. The Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickup set (Jazz-type, single coil) covers a wide range: warm and enveloping on the neck side, more articulated on the bridge side, and that typical "growl" when both volumes are blended. The passive VVT circuit preserves your playing dynamics (attack, nuances, palm-muting, ghost notes), while the Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge contributes to stable intonation and consistent sustain.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To equip this bass safely, prioritize a 34" long scale string set (45-105 gauge if you want to stay close to the original setup), an adjustable strap, a clip-on tuner, and a good quality jack cable (straight or right-angled on the instrument side according to your preference).
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 4 |
| Strings | Steel | ||
| Wood | North American alder | Binding | single black ply |
| Shape | Marcus Miller Jazz Type | Neck joint | steel plate, 4 screws |
| Pickguard | 3-ply black | Fingerboard finish | rounded fret edges |
| Finish | "Tide Pool" | Hardware finish | chrome |
| Neck | maple (roasted) | Bridge | Marcus Miller Vintage-S |
| Profile | "C" shape | Tuners | Premium Open-Gear |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Pickups | "Marcus Vintage-J Revolution" set (Jazz type) |
| Fingerboard | maple | Preamp | passive |
| Radius | 9.5" / 241 mm | Controls | Volume (neck pickup), Volume (bridge pickup), Tone (master) |
| Frets | Medium 2.4 mm / 0.09" | Knobs | Jazz-style black plastic |
| Nut | bone, 4 strings, width 38 mm / 1.50" | Configuration | 4 strings |
| Inlays | black block | String gauge | 45-105 |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sire Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 Tide Pool active or passive?
The electronics are passive, featuring two dedicated volume controls for the neck and bridge pickups, plus a master tone control.
What sound do the Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups provide?
The neck pickup favors round and deep tones, while the bridge pickup offers more attack. Blending both volume controls achieves the classic Jazz-style "growl." The response remains dynamic and sensitive thanks to the passive VVT circuit.
What are the scale length and original string gauge?
This bass has a 34-inch long scale (864 mm) and comes strung with 45-105 gauge strings. Therefore, 34-inch long scale strings are recommended when replacing them.
Does the roasted maple neck affect the feel?
The roasted maple neck has a described feel as more mature and offers appreciated stability. Its C-shaped profile, 38 mm bone nut, and maple fingerboard with a 9.5-inch radius define the playing landmarks.
Is this 4-string bass suitable for slap and funk?
The combination of North American alder body and maple fingerboard supports a clear attack and "snap." The bridge pickup can deliver the precision sought for slap techniques, while the Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge ensures stable intonation.
