Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT
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Marcus Miller
P5R Alder-4 NT
Product Info
Article Number:
536830
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
P5R Alder-4 NT
Category:
4-String P-Basses
Price:
$537.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This P5R is a serious contender for players seeking a vintage-inspired tone and feel without the premium price tag. The roasted maple neck is a real highlight, making it comfortable to play for extended periods, and the pickups have a surprisingly fat and punchy voice. It's a fantastic choice for blues, classic rock, and Motown-inspired grooves.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller P5R Alder-4 NT
- Electric Bass
- Alder body
- Roasted maple neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 34" (Long Scale)
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Nut width: 42 mm
- Bone nut
- 20 Medium small frets
- Pickups: Marcus Vintage-Fat Precision Revolution Split Coil
- Volume and Tone controls
- Tortoise pickguard
- Marcus Miller Vintage-S Bridge
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Natural
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth playing feel.
- • Marcus Vintage-Fat Precision Revolution pickups deliver a thick, punchy, vintage tone.
- • Alder body offers a balanced tonal foundation with good sustain.
- • Bone nut contributes to improved string vibration and sustain at the nut.
CONS
- • Tortoise pickguard feels a bit cheap compared to higher-end options.
- • The 'C' neck profile might not suit players preferring a flatter or thicker feel.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with more complex electronics.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Marcus Vintage-Fat Precision Revolution Split Coil
Scale Length
34in
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.105)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The P5R aims for a similar vintage tone but with a slightly more modern feel thanks to the roasted maple neck and split-coil pickups, which offer a bit more output and a warmer character.
The neck has a relatively thin satin finish, which allows the wood to breathe and contributes to the comfortable playing feel. It's not as thick as some older Fender necks.
The build quality is surprisingly good. The hardware is solid, the fretwork is generally well done, and the overall construction feels robust for a budget-friendly instrument.
