Description
Description
AN IDEAL CHOICE FOR SMOOTH JAZZ ENTHUSIASTS
This model is designed for an acoustic sound. It aims to reproduce the rich resonance and upright bass tones from chambered bodies. It's an excellent choice for those pursuing unplugged or smooth jazz music.
MARCUS ACOUSTIC BASS BODY
Sire GB5's body is made up of Mahogany with Solid Spruce top giving the acoustic aesthetic vibes, and connected to a 3-piece Mahogany neck with Rosewood fretboard for easier glide.
VIVIDX-B PREAMP
It is a more typical preamp for an acoustic bass. It features a Piezo pickup under the saddle, a 3 band EQ (Treble, Middle, Bass), and a phase switch allowing players to adjust the sound to their preference.
SIRE ACOUSTIC BASS NECK
It is a C-shape Edgeless™ neck made up of a 3-pc Mahogany with Rosewood fingerboard for maximum playability. Also available in fretless variant.
Specs
Specs
General
| Series: | Sire G |
| Product Color: | Black |
| Factory Setup: | 5-String Standard Bass (B-E-A-D-G) |
Body
| Body Material: | Mahogany |
| Top Material: | Solid Spruce Top |
| Body Notes: | Marcus Acoustic Bass Shape |
Neck
| Neck Material: | Mahogany 3-Piece |
| Neck Shape: | C-Shape |
| Fingerboard Material: | Rosewood Edgeless |
| Headstock Veneer: | No |
| Nut Material: | Bone |
| Nut Width: | 46mm |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12" |
| Scale Length: | 34" |
| Number of Frets: | 20 Frets |
| Neck Joint: | Four Bolt Bushing |
| Fingerboard Inlay: | White Pearloid Dots |
| Inlay Shape: | Dots |
Electronics
| Acoustic Electronics: | Vividx-B (Piezo pickup under saddle) |
| Controls and Switching: | Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass, Phase Switch |
Hardware
| Hardware Color: | Chrome |
| Bridge: | Sire Acoustic Bass Bridge |
| Tuning Machines: | Premium Diecasting Gear |
| Fret Wire: | 2.4 mm Medium, 20 Frets |
| Saddle: | Wood |