Marcus Miller GB5-5 Natural FL
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Marcus Miller
GB5-5 Natural FL
Product Info
Article Number:
587024
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
GB5-5 Natural FL
Category:
Fretless Semi-Acoustic Basses
Price:
$690.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Marcus Miller GB5-5 FL is a seriously cool option for bassists wanting upright-like tones without the bulk. The semi-acoustic construction and fretless neck unlock a unique, expressive voice – perfect for jazz, soul, or anyone chasing a vintage vibe. It's a fantastic value for the features and quality you get.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller GB5-5 Natural FL
- 5 String Electric Bass
- Fretless
- Type: semi acoustic
- Reproduces the rich resonance and double bass tones of a chambered body
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: solid spruce
- Bolt-on neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Pearloid Dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Edgeless fingerboard (rounded edges)
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 46 mm (1.81")
- Bone nut
- 20 Medium frets
- Pickup: Piezo (bridge)
- Electronics: Vividx-B preamp
- Controls: Volume
- treble
- middle
- bass
- phase switch
- Sire Acoustic Bass bridge
- Hardware: Chrome
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers articulate, airy highs and clear projection.
- • Edgeless fretless fingerboard provides exceptional comfort and expressive sliding.
- • Vividx-B preamp offers versatile tonal shaping with a useful phase switch.
- • Mahogany body provides warmth and resonance, characteristic of upright bass tones.
CONS
- • Semi-acoustic design can pick up stage noise; requires careful mic technique.
- • Bolt-on neck construction may limit sustain compared to a neck-through design.
- • Rosewood fingerboard, while nice, might require more frequent oiling for optimal playability.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Pickups
Piezo (bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
20 Medium
Strings
Likely Stainless Steel (typical for Marcus Miller fretless)
Weight
Approximately 11-13 lbs (estimated based on similar models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
A piezo captures more of the body’s resonance, mimicking an upright’s acoustic character, but lacks the growl of a magnetic pickup. It's a trade-off, leaning towards naturalness over aggressive tones.
Yes, it's chambered, which significantly reduces weight and adds airiness and resonance to the tone. This creates a more open and 'woody' sound, similar to a double bass.
The 'C' profile is a comfortable, versatile shape – not too thick or thin, offering a familiar feel for most players. It's a good middle ground between a slimmer 'D' profile and a chunkier 'U' profile.
