Marcus Miller V5 Alder-5 NT
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Marcus Miller
V5 Alder-5 NT
Product Info
Article Number:
492594
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V5 Alder-5 NT
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V5 Alder-5 NT is a fantastic option for jazz, Motown, and classic R&B players seeking a vintage-inspired tone. Its comfortable C-profile neck and well-chosen materials make it a joy to play, and it delivers a surprisingly refined sound for a bass in this tier. It's a serious contender for anyone wanting a quality 5-string without a premium price tag.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V5 Alder-5 NT
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- One-piece maple neck
- Fretboard: Roasted maple
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 34" (Long scale)
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Nut width: 46 mm
- Bone nut
- 20 Medium Small Frets
- String spacing: 18 mm
- Pickup: 2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Jazz single coils
- 2 Volume controls and 1 tone control
- Vintage bridge
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Natural
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, warm tonal foundation.
- • Roasted maple fretboard offers exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Vintage-J Revolution pickups provide a clear, articulate jazz tone.
- • Well-executed build quality for a bass in this price bracket.
CONS
- • Alder body can feel a bit plain aesthetically compared to figured woods.
- • Long scale may be a stretch for players with smaller hands.
- • Limited tonal versatility; not ideal for aggressive modern genres.
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Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
One-piece Maple
Fingerboard
Roasted Maple
Pickups
Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Jazz Single Coils
Scale Length
34 in
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
They share a similar clarity and articulation but the Vintage-J has a slightly rounder, warmer character and a bit more low-mid presence – a more modern take on the classic Jazz Bass sound.
The fretboard comes with a factory finish, but a little lemon oil applied annually will keep it feeling silky smooth and prevent cracking over time.
The C-profile is generally thinner and more comfortable than a standard Fender P-Bass neck, offering a faster feel for many players.
