Marcus Miller U5 NT MN Short FL
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Marcus Miller
U5 NT MN Short FL
Product Info
Article Number:
522458
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
U5 NT MN Short FL
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The U5 NT MN Short FL is a fantastic entry into fretless bass playing. It's surprisingly versatile thanks to those Marcus Miller pickups and the short scale makes it comfortable to play. Ideal for gigging musicians wanting a quality fretless without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller U5 NT MN Short FL
- Electric Bass
- Fretless
- Alder body
- Flamed maple top
- Maple neck
- Maple fingerboard
- Neck Profile: C
- Scale: 762 mm (Short Scale)
- Nut width: 38 mm
- 20 Positions
- Pickups: Marcus Super Jazz (bridge) and Marcus Super Precision (neck) single coils
- Passive electronics
- Colour: Natural
- Made by sire
- Suitable gig bag: Art.#142777# (not included)
PROS
- • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation.
- • Flamed maple top adds visual flair and subtle brightness.
- • Marcus Super Jazz/Precision pickups offer versatile tonal options.
- • Short scale enhances playability, especially for smaller hands.
CONS
- • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping compared to active basses.
- • Maple fingerboard can feel drier than rosewood for some players.
- • Short scale might lack low-end extension for certain genres.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Marcus Super Jazz (bridge) / Marcus Super Precision (neck)
Scale Length
762 mm (Short Scale)
Frets
20
Strings
Nickel-plated steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The shorter scale makes the string tension a bit lighter, requiring a slightly different touch for intonation. It's very forgiving and easier to get started on.
While single coils can be prone to noise, the Marcus Miller pickups are well-shielded and generally exhibit a respectable signal-to-noise ratio – not excessively noisy.
This bass excels in genres like soul, funk, blues, and even jazz, where a warm, expressive fretless tone is desired.
