Marcus Miller V5 24-5 TS
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Marcus Miller
V5 24-5 TS
Product Info
Article Number:
562300
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V5 24-5 TS
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V5 24-5 TS is a seriously impressive bass for the money. It nails that classic J-Bass vibe with a surprisingly refined feel thanks to the roasted maple neck. Ideal for players wanting a versatile, vintage-voiced 5-string without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V5 24-5 TS
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
- Neck profile: C
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Fingerboard inlays: Blocks
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Nut: Bone
- Nut Width: 46 mm (1.81")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- 24 Medium frets
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single Coils
- 2 Volume and 1 tone controls
- Pickguard: Aluminium Gold
- Marcus Miller Vintage-S Bridge
- Mechanics: Premium Open Gear
- Hardware: Chrome
- Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck offers exceptional stability and feel.
- • Vintage-J Revolution pickups deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone.
- • Solid alder body provides a balanced and resonant foundation.
- • Premium open-gear tuners ensure accurate and reliable tuning stability.
CONS
- • Alder body can make it a bit heavier than some players prefer.
- • Tone control offers limited shaping compared to more complex EQ systems.
- • Gold pickguard might not suit every aesthetic preference.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
24 Medium
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Roasted maple is kiln-dried at high temperatures, resulting in greater stability, reduced moisture absorption, and a smoother, more consistent feel under the fingers.
They're designed to emulate the warmth and clarity of vintage J-Bass pickups, but with slightly improved output and articulation for modern playing styles.
It’s a well-designed bridge offering good sustain and intonation, though it lacks some of the advanced features found on higher-end adjustable bridges.
