Classic Tone – The Sire Marcus Miller U5 Alder-4 Short-Scale Bass in Tobacco Sunburst
A short-scale bass for beginners and experienced players. The Sire U5 features a short scale length offering more playing comfort and a clear-cut low-end. It produces a warm, rounded, and more articulate sound.
- A short-scale bass that gives more comfort and distinct low-end. Suitable for both beginners and experienced players.
- Features the P/J pickup configuration that offers a wide range of tones to suit any genre.
- Lightweight and easy to play.
- Rolled Fretboard Edges.
- 5A Flamed Veneer.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body
- Body Material: North American Alder
- Body Shape: Marcus Miller Small J-Style (Slim Carved Body)
- Body Color: NT, TS (Flamed Veneer Top)
Neck
- Neck Wood: Hard Maple
- Neck Shape: C-Shape
- Scale: 30” (Short Scale)
- Fingerboard Material: Hard Maple / Rolled Fretboard Edges
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5”
- Frets: 2.4mm Medium
- String Nut: Bone Nut, 38mm width
- Binding: None
- Inlay: BK Dot
- Neck Joint: 4-Bolt Steel Square Plate
Electronics
- Pickup: Marcus Super PJ Revolution Set
- Controls: Passive Volume and Tone Control | Volume (Neck PU), Volume (Bridge PU), Tone (Master)
Hardware
- Knobs: Modern Black Aluminum
- Bridge: Marcus Miller Vintage-S
- Tuning Gear: Premium Open-Gear
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
- Pickguard: None
Manufacturer: Sire USA
Model: U5-ALDER-4-TS
SKU: I626507-0-WHXA
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