Marcus Miller U5 TS MN Short FL
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Marcus Miller
U5 TS MN Short FL
Product Info
Article Number:
564072
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
U5 TS MN Short FL
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$504.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
