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Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short FL

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Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short FL

Marcus Miller

U5 TS MN Short FL

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Product Info

Article Number: 564072
Brand: Marcus Miller
Model: U5 TS MN Short FL
Category: Fretless Basses
Price: $504.90

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The Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short FL is a fantastic entry point into fretless bass playing. Its short scale and comfortable neck make it easy to learn, while the alder/maple combo delivers a surprisingly rich and articulate tone. Ideal for beginners, gigging musicians, or anyone needing a travel-friendly fretless option.

Product Description

  • Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short FL
  • Electric Bass
  • Fretless
  • Alder body
  • Maple top
  • Maple neck
  • Maple fingerboard
  • Neck profile: C
  • Scale: 762 mm (short scale)
  • Nut width: 38 mm
  • 20 Plies
  • Pickups: Marcus Super Jazz single coil (bridge) and Marcus Super Precision split coil (neck)
  • Passive electronics
  • Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
  • Matching bag: art. #142777# (not included)
  • Made by Sire
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation for fretless tones.
  • • Maple top adds clarity and brightness, balancing the alder's warmth.
  • • Marcus Super Jazz/Precision pickups offer versatile tonal options, surprisingly articulate.
  • • Short scale (762mm) makes it comfortable and accessible for smaller hands or travel.
CONS
  • • Passive electronics limit tonal shaping compared to active basses.
  • • Maple fingerboard can feel a bit harder than rosewood for extended playing.
  • • Short scale may lack the low-end extension preferred by some experienced players.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Marcus Super Jazz (bridge), Marcus Super Precision (neck)
Scale Length 762 mm
Frets 20 Plies (fretless)
Strings Nickel-plated steel (likely .045-.105 gauge, but not explicitly stated)
Weight Approximately 8.5 - 9.5 lbs (estimated, based on similar Sire models)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The lack of frets requires more precise finger placement, but the short scale makes it more forgiving than a full-scale fretless. Expect a steeper initial learning curve, but it's manageable with practice.
Yes, the combination of the single-coil and split-coil pickups provides a surprising amount of versatility, covering everything from Motown to modern funk. They're not high-output, but they're plenty capable.
The 'C' profile is a fairly standard, comfortable shape; it's not overly thin, so it should suit a wide range of hand sizes, though players with very large hands might prefer a slightly thicker neck.

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