Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 CGM LH
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Marcus Miller
V5 Alder-4 CGM LH
Product Info
Article Number:
567575
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V5 Alder-4 CGM LH
Category:
4-String Lefthanded Basses
Price:
$570.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V5 Alder-4 CGM LH is a seriously solid left-handed bass for the money. It nails that classic, warm tone you’d expect from a much pricier instrument, and the roasted maple neck makes it a joy to play. This is a fantastic choice for players seeking vintage vibes and reliable performance without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 CGM LH
- Electric Bass
- Lefthand / left-handed model
- Body: Alder
- One-piece neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: roasted maple
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Scale: 34" (Long Scale)
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 38 mm
- 20 Medium small frets
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution single coils
- 2 Volume and 1 tone control
- Vintage bridge
- String spacing: 20 mm
- Chrome hardware
- Black pickguard
- Colour: Champagne Gold Metallic
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck and fretboard offer exceptional stability and a smooth feel.
- • Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups deliver a warm, articulate, vintage-inspired tone.
- • Alder body provides a balanced resonance with a pleasing, focused low-end.
- • Bone nut improves string vibration transfer for enhanced sustain and clarity.
CONS
- • Champagne Gold Metallic finish might not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.
- • Long scale (34") can be a bit unwieldy for smaller players or those with shorter arms.
- • While versatile, excels in vintage tones; modern, aggressive sounds require more tweaking.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length
34"
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's warmer and less aggressive than a P-Bass, with a more defined midrange, but still retains a good amount of growl and thump.
Yes, roasted maple is incredibly stable; it's kiln-dried at high temperatures, minimizing movement and reducing the likelihood of fret sprout.
The pickguard primarily serves a cosmetic purpose, but some believe it can slightly dampen high frequencies. Aesthetically, it provides a nice contrast to the champagne gold finish.
