Sire - Marcus Miller P5 4 String Bass Mild Green
Sire P5 is created for max power playing. Adopting Bass Legend Marcus Miller’s preferences, one can produce remarkable vintage and modern tones for studio recording and live performances from this P's pure low ends.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Sire's proprietary pickup configuration yields articulate fundamentals and controlled harmonic content; lightweight body design reduces fatigue during extended sessions; precision hardware maintains intonation across demanding playing styles; vintage aesthetics paired with modern electronics.
Standard 4-string setup requires no exotic accessories. Moderate learning curve for players transitioning from lighter instruments due to aggressive response. Pair with a solid 300W+ amp for full tonal realization. Quality gig bag recommended given the finish's visibility.
At $1029 CAD, the P5 strikes an uncommon balance between heritage tone and contemporary playability. It's a workhorse instrument that doesn't hide behind its pedigree—the bass earns its keep through responsive performance and consistent reliability.
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Sire Marcus MIller P5 4-String
THE SIRE P BASS
Sire P5 is created for max power playing. Adopting Bass Legend Marcus Miller’s preferences, one can produce remarkable vintage and modern tones for studio recording and live performances from this P's pure low ends.
EDGELESS™ FOR YOUR COMFORT
The fretboard edges of this guitar are meticulously rolled and smoothened to give you an upgraded neck feel and enhance your overall playing experience.
THE SIRE P BASS NECK
Built with a wide neck profile for various playing styles and Roasted Hard Maple to seal the vintage sound, look, and feel.
THE SIRE P BASS BODY
The P bass body style provides a neutral tone for noticeable upper mids and an old school sound a bass player can integrate into classic or contemporary music.
PASSIVE VOLUME AND TONE CONTROL
Simple electronics allowing easy adjustment of overall tone without compromising the true bass sound.
BODY |
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| Body Material | North American Alder |
| Body Shape | Sire P-Bass Type |
| Body Color | TS (Tobacco Sunburst), DRD (Dakota Red), MLG (Mild Green), TP (Tide Pool), BK, (Black), MGO (Metallic Gold) |
NECK |
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| Neck Material | Roasted Hard Maple and Hard Maple |
| Neck Shape | C-Shape |
| Scale | 34" |
| Fingerboard Material | Roasted Hard Maple (TS, DRD, MLG) and Hard Maple (TP, BK, MGO) Edgeless™ (Rolled Fretboard Edges) |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5" |
| Frets | 2.4 mm Medium |
| String Nut | Bone Nut, 42mm width |
| Binding | None |
| Inlay | BK Dot |
| Neck Joint | Four Bolt Steel Square Plate |
ELECTRONICS |
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| Pickup | Marcus Vintage-Fat Precision Revolution Set |
| Preamp | Passive Volume & Tone Control |
| Controls | Volume, Tone |
| Knobs | Chrome Metal Knob |
HARDWARE |
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| Bridge | Marcus Miller Vintage-S |
| String Spacing | 20mm |
| Tuning Gear | Premium Open-Gear |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Pickguard | Tortoise (TS, DRD, MLG, BK), Mint Green (TP), Black (MGO) |
Sire is a brand renowned for crafting instruments that deliver professional-grade tone and playability at accessible price points. Built on a foundation of quality construction and meticulous attention to detail, Sire basses are engineered to meet the demands of both studio and stage, earning respect among working musicians and serious enthusiasts alike.
The brand's collaboration with bass legend Marcus Miller represents a commitment to authenticity—each instrument embodies the specifications and sonic preferences of a master player, ensuring that musicians gain access to equipment shaped by decades of professional experience and innovation in bass playing.
