Sire Marcus miller Alder 5-String Active Bass Guitar Tide Pool, P7N A5/TP

The Sire P7N A5 5-String Active Bass in Tide Pool delivers classic precision-style authority with modern versatility and expanded tonal control. Designed for players who demand flexibility across genres, this model combines traditional body design with contemporary electronics and refined build quality.

The Tide Pool finish, paired with a mint green pickguard, gives this bass a distinctive yet sophisticated stage presence.

Body

• Body Material: North American Alder

• Body Shape: Sire P-Type (Precision Style)

Alder provides balanced tonal response with strong mids, clear articulation, and solid low-end foundation.

Neck

• Neck Material: Roasted Hard Maple / Hard Maple

• Neck Shape: C-Shape (New Generation)

• Scale Length: 34"

• Fingerboard Options:

  • Hard Maple

  • Roasted Hard Maple

  • Ebony with Edgeless™ Rolled Fretboard Edges

• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"

• Frets: 2.4 mm Medium Stainless Fret Wire

• Nut: Bone

• Nut Width: 47.5–47.6 mm

• Inlays: White Pearloid Block or Dot (finish dependent)

• Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Plate

The roasted maple construction enhances stability and resonance, while stainless frets ensure long-term durability and smooth playability.

Electronics

• Pickups: Marcus Super-PJ Revolution Pickup Set

• Preamp: Marcus Heritage-3 with Middle Frequency Control

• Controls:

  • Volume / Tone (Dual Pot)

  • Pickup Blender

  • Treble

  • Middle / Middle Frequency (Dual Pot)

  • Bass

  • Mini Toggle (Active / Passive Mode)

This configuration offers both modern active shaping and traditional passive operation, giving you precision-style punch with added tonal depth and control.

Hardware

• Bridge: Marcus Miller Modern-S Bass Bridge

• Tuning Gear: Premium Lightweight Open Gear

• Hardware Finish: Chrome

• Knobs: Black Aluminium

The Modern-S bridge enhances sustain and tuning stability, while lightweight tuners improve balance and comfort.

Performance Overview

The 5-string layout provides a clear, defined low B without sacrificing articulation. With active/passive switching and PJ versatility, this bass adapts effortlessly from vintage warmth to modern punch.