Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH
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Marcus Miller
V5 Alder-4 VWH
Product Info
Article Number:
513009
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V5 Alder-4 VWH
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$482.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V5 Alder-4 is a seriously solid instrument for the money. It nails that classic J-Bass vibe with a comfortable neck and surprisingly good pickups. This is a great choice for players wanting a vintage-inspired tone and feel without spending a fortune – perfect for blues, rock, and Motown styles.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V5 Alder-4 VWH
- Electric Bass
- Alder body
- One-piece roasted maple neck
- Roasted maple fretboard
- Neck profile: C
- Scale length: 34" (Long Scale)
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 38 mm
- 20 Medium small frets
- String spacing: 20 mm
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution single coils
- 2 Volume and 1 tone control
- Pickguard: Tortoise
- Vintage bridge
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Vintage White
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and feel.
- • Vintage-J Revolution pickups deliver a warm, articulate vintage tone.
- • Alder body offers a balanced resonance and pleasing attack.
- • Bone nut enhances tuning stability and a smoother feel at the nut.
CONS
- • Tortoise pickguard feels a little cheap compared to other components.
- • Long scale might be a stretch for players with smaller hands.
- • Limited tonal versatility compared to basses with active electronics.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
One-piece Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length
34in
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
4
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'C' profile is similar to a vintage Fender neck, a bit more substantial but still very comfortable, offering a good balance between sustain and playability.
Yes, the standard spacing allows for easy pickup swaps if you desire a different tonal character – a common upgrade path for many bassists.
Absolutely; roasted maple is significantly more dimensionally stable than traditional maple, making it far less prone to warping or movement with humidity changes.
