Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 Tidepool
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Marcus Miller
V5 Alder-4 Tidepool
Product Info
Article Number:
610799
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V5 Alder-4 Tidepool
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V5 Alder-4 Tidepool is a seriously solid option for players seeking a vintage-voiced bass with modern playability. The Marcus Miller pickups offer a distinct, growly character perfect for Motown, funk, or classic rock. It's a fantastic value, delivering a lot of quality for the price and a great starting point for intermediate players.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 Tidepool
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C-shape
- Black neck binding
- Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
- Bone nut
- 20 medium frets
- Pickups: Two Marcus Vintage-J Revolution single coils
- Two volume and one tone control
- Mint green pickguard
- Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge
- Open premium machine heads
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Colour: Tidepool
PROS
- • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups deliver a punchy, vintage-inspired single-coil voice.
- • Maple neck with a comfortable C-shape profile facilitates fast, fluid playing.
- • Bone nut improves tuning stability and adds a touch of premium feel.
CONS
- • Maple fingerboard can be a bit snappy for players preferring rosewood warmth.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while reliable, lacks the resonance of a set-neck design.
- • Tidepool finish, while attractive, might not appeal to all aesthetic preferences.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple
Pickups
Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single-Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
20 Medium
Strings
Nickel-Plated Steel (likely)
Weight
Approximately 8.5 - 9.5 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Vintage-J has a slightly more aggressive, scooped midrange compared to a typical Jazz Bass pickup, providing a more modern, punchy tone.
The black neck binding is primarily aesthetic, but it can slightly alter the feel, providing a more defined edge. Some players prefer it, others don't notice a significant difference.
The Vintage-S bridge is well-regarded for its solid construction and contributes to good sustain while providing reliable intonation across the fretboard.
