Marcus Miller M2 5 TBK 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
M2 5 TBK 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
446383
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
M2 5 TBK 2nd Gen
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$471.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The M2 5 TBK 2nd Gen is a seriously impressive bass for the money. Its mahogany body and Marcus Blue pickups deliver a punchy, modern sound perfect for funk, pop, and R&B. This is an excellent choice for gigging musicians looking for a versatile and affordable 5-string.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller M2 5 TBK 2nd Gen
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Mahogany (Toona sureni)
- Neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 889 mm
- Nut width: 45 mm
- 24 Medium Small Frets
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Blue humbuckers
- Marcus Heritage-3 preamp with frequency control
- Controls: Volume/Tone (dual pot)
- pickup blender
- treble
- middle / middle frequency (dual pot)
- bass
- Active / Passive mini toggle switch
- Colour: Transparent black
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant low-end and pleasing sustain.
- • Marcus Blue pickups offer a versatile, modern tone with clarity and punch.
- • Heritage-3 preamp provides extensive tonal shaping with a mid-frequency sweep.
- • Maple neck with a comfortable 'C' profile ensures easy playability and fast action.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it feel a little weighty for extended playing sessions.
- • Rosewood fretboard might require occasional oiling to prevent dryness.
- • While versatile, it leans towards modern funk/pop, less suited for vintage tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Toona sureni Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Dalbergia latifolia Rosewood
Pickups
Marcus Blue humbuckers
Scale Length
889 mm
Frets
24 Medium Small
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Marcus Blue pickups have a more nuanced and organic tone than many ceramic pickups, with a smoother high-end and a more defined low-midrange – less harsh and brittle.
Absolutely; it's a key feature, allowing you to carve out space in a mix or add warmth, making it exceptionally useful for dialing in a wide range of sounds.
The build quality is surprisingly good for the price point – the neck is straight, the frets are well-dressed, and the overall construction feels solid, punching well above its weight class.
