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Double-octave 5-string J-style, Fine-tuned for Fretless Finesse





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Hunting after a fretless bass with superior sonic range? The Sire Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string is right up your alley, sporting a bold tone and stage-ready performance approved by the legendary Marcus Miller himself. This bass’ J-style alder body is home to a long roasted maple neck that stretches deep into the body ? a unique design that gives you two full octaves of range per string without feeling neck heavy or unwieldy. What’s more, the Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string’s fingerboard comes equipped with all the standard V5’s high-performance appointments ? including friction-free rolled edges and a modern 9.5-inch radius ? that have made the model such a hit among Sweetwater’s fretless fiends. Finally, a duo of Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups grants you everything from his signature treble-tinged growl to chest-thumping low-end thump and all points between.





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Four more notes to play with





While most vintage-style basses rarely venture beyond the 20-fret mark, the Sire Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string brandishes the long 24-fret neck found on the standard V5. Not only does this design give you a full two octaves of range on every string, but it also does so without compromising on classic J-style looks and feel. Plus, as the neck is set far deeper into the body than on your typical J-style bass, the Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string boasts a beautifully full-bodied sustain, even when exploring the neck’s upper-register reaches.





1970s-inspired Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups





Growl, bite, and thump ? the Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string’s Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups are tonally inspired by Marcus’ favorite vintage instruments. Of course, this makes them a natural fit for the raw, in-your-face sound that’s made Marcus one of the most renowned bassists on the planet, but they’re more than capable of dishing out everything from seriously warm and funky fingerstyle sounds to classic J-style punch. And just like Marcus’ own instruments, these pickups feature 1970s-style spacing for a brighter response that shines in even the busiest ensembles.





Bone nut and steel bridge for superior tone from tip to tail





Superior components like a real bone nut and a steel bridge are more reasons why the Sire Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string bass stands out in its class. Bone transmits vibrations better than inexpensive plastic nuts, giving you better note definition and attack. The same is essentially true for its all-steel bridge, which enhances your tone beyond what inferior alloy bridges can offer. Also, the bridge allows for both body-through and bridge-through string loading, giving you one more option for customizing your bass setup to your preferences.





Sire Marcus Miller V5 24 Fretless 5-string Bass Guitar Features:


Designed in collaboration with legendary bassist Marcus Miller


Lightweight alder body delivers a warm and balanced response


Roasted hard maple neck is incredibly resistant to environmental changes


Vintage-inspired “Champ” neck profile, designed to Marcus’ personal taste


Extended-range fretless fingerboard gives you access to 2 full octaves per string


9.5-inch radius fingerboard and rolled fingerboard edges come together to supply you with a remarkably comfortable, high-performance fingerboard feel


Dual Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups capture grant you everything from classic J-style growl to rich, rounded-over thump


Passive volume and tone control for a no-nonsense, old-school operation


Sire Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge enhances keeps your setup rock solid and enhances sustain


Exceptionally reliable premium open-gear tuners