Marcus Miller D5 Alder-4 TS
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Marcus Miller
D5 Alder-4 TS
Product Info
Article Number:
512877
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
D5 Alder-4 TS
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$493.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Marcus Miller D5 Alder-4 TS is a seriously impressive bass for the money. It nails that classic P-bass vibe with a comfortable neck and a surprisingly versatile single coil. This is a great choice for players wanting a reliable, well-built bass for blues, rock, or Motown – especially if you appreciate a vintage feel and tone.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller D5 Alder-4 TS
- Electric Bass
- Alder body
- One-piece roasted maple neck
- Roasted maple fretboard
- Neck profile: C
- Scale length: 34" (Long Scale)
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 42 mm
- 20 Medium small frets
- Pickup: 1 Marcus Vintage-T Single Coil
- 1 x Volume and 1 x tone control
- Pickguard: Black
- Vintage bridge
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and smooth playability
- • Vintage-T pickup delivers a warm, articulate, and surprisingly punchy tone
- • Alder body offers a balanced, resonant tone with good sustain
- • Bone nut enhances tuning stability and contributes to a cleaner attack
CONS
- • Tobacco Sunburst finish can be prone to fingerprints and smudging
- • Single pickup configuration limits tonal versatility compared to basses with multiple pickups
- • Vintage bridge, while aesthetically pleasing, may not offer the same adjustability as modern designs
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
One-piece roasted maple
Fingerboard
Roasted maple
Pickups
Marcus Vintage-T Single Coil
Scale Length
34in
Frets
20 Medium small
Strings
N/A (Standard 4-string bass strings)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a bit warmer and less brittle than a typical Fender split-coil, offering a smoother, more rounded tone with a touch more low-end presence.
Yes, the roasting process significantly stabilizes the maple, making it less prone to warping than traditional maple necks, though humidity still plays a role.
It’s more balanced; the alder body and Vintage-T pickup provide a warm and focused tone, avoiding the overly scooped sound often found in modern basses.
