Sire U5 Marcus Miller Short Scale Demo & Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 17 ต.ค. 2024
- Checking out the brand new U5 short scale bass from Sire.
Recorded direct into Logic via a Radial JDI and an RME Fireface 400. No EQ or compression on the bass track.
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I do get a bit miffed when I see videos like this saying short scale bass’s are for kids or beginners as this reviewer said in this video.
I’ve been playing bass professionally for more that 25 years, mostly P-Bass’s, I recently purchased a new Music Man short scale and absolutely love it.
I’m seriously thinking about switching over to all short scale bass’s, they are so much faster, easier and comfortable to play and have amazing tone.
Short scale bass’s are gaining a lot of popularity these days, and it’s not just kids or beginners buying them, pros are very much buying short scales these days because of some of the reasons I stated.
Cheers, Davyo
Absolutely Dayvo, I actually like short scale basses and would love to own one, but like I said in the video the shrunken down body size is an issue for me, especially when playing sitting down. You're right in that they aren't just or kids or beginners, if you like how a short scale plays and sounds then it's the right bass for you, regardless of your ability! Thanks for checking out the video :)
Haha absolutely, this comment always makes me laugh considering the most well known short scale player is perhaps Stanley Clarke, and he sure ain’t small or a beginner!! Anyway each to their own, peace.
I too have played a P Bass for 30+ years but I also have a Hofner Violin bass(short scale of course) which is a really good contrast when the occasion demands.
@@paulyb-englishmaninhangzho3609 in my search for information on a more comfortable bass, I have read a lot in the last few days and, yes, my absolute hero Stanley Clarke plays short-scale basses. A revelation to me!
I've had an Aria Pro II since the mid-80's and I love it. However, the one bass I couldn't put down was a friend's old Fender Mustang - and that's got me thinking...
Short-scales are great for us older guys with arthritis, etc they comes from age and chronic health conditions. 👍❤️🎸
I agree with Davyo. I have been playing bass for 42 years and have played and owned them all at one time or another. I switched 2 years ago to a short scale bass and will not be going back to a full scale bass. I currently own a EBMM short scale and a Reverend Mike Watt Signature bass, both are fantastic. I will be adding this one soon.
Wow! Sounds great. I especially like the poppy fingerstyle on the bridge pickup starting at 2:23. The P-bass pickup sounds great too. Nice demo!
Stanley Clarke played a short sale for years and his signature bass is short scale. It isn't just for small people, kids or beginners.
Yeah I'm aware of that, however an Alembic short scale is a very different animal to a Sire short scale. Anyways, I didn't say it was exclusivley for beginners or 'small people' just that it's a good option. Thanks for watching!
The Beatles, Carol Kaye, Jack Bruce and other iconic bass players have also played short scales. Not to mention pretty much every major company makes one now, and aside from the Ibanez Mikro and Squier Mini P, they arent kids basses at all. Most TH-cam reviewers are clueless.
@@michaelbell75 so do you feel the Mikro is pretty much for kids then? I am asking because I am learning on one and would like to upgrade at some time soon. Thank's.
He actually employed a normal bassist to put down the bass while he stood at the front of stage doing the posing jazz rock god stuff. I should add that he was a fine upright player before he got stupid.
Great demo Craig!
The best feature of this bass is not that:
- is perfect for guitar players (like me) switching between 25.5" guitar and 30" scale at the gigs
- is lightweight (great for long gigs)
- looks fantastic and sounds even better
- is versatile with PJ pickup combination
- is great value for money...
... but the fact it comes in the LEFT HANDED version as well.
Excellent job Sire!
Yeah, I'm not a bassist but when I saw that it comes in left handed variant I'm thinking about buying it just for fun and occasional playing. Regular scale basses are too large for my hands
@@Psztyk236 You and me both. I'm getting too old for that long reach to the lower neck notes. I really like medium scale (32") basses but the only company making a quality LEFTY medium scale basses is Warmoth, and it's a custom order boutique item, and priced accordingly.
I have been playing since 1988 and have plenty of high end basses, but picked up an Ibanez Mikro a few years back to take to Kenya with me for a month. I figured it was small enough to fit in the airplane storage, plus had back pack style straps. At the price, if it got beat up or lost, it wouldn't kill me. What I didn't expect was to fall in love with the size of it! I can slap, tap, sweep and shred like a madman with the sucker. Plus, not being a large stature guy, seems to fit me perfectly.
I wish they had a premium version of it.
Now, I see this Sire. The finish and quality look great from what I can see. If my canceled 2020 tour gets rescheduled, I may pull the trigger on one of these and give it a test run.
yes I have a mikro as well, I was also thinking it was a shame Ibanez didn't do a more superior version in a short scale. Did you buy a sire u5 in the end? Thanks.
Clean tone for a short scale passive bass, very nice sound.
Short scales are so hot right now.
Yes! The G&L Fallout Tribute Bass is coming out; which is about 1K less than the Non-Tribute. The Spector Banshee Bass is out, and the new MM SS Bass is out. These are all mid-priced basses. Before this there was only the PJ Mustang Bass that was in this price range.
I wanna check out that schecter short scale banshee, it looks like it has only precision pickup not j pickup which should be interesting, pretty much zero video and audio promoting the bass
@@griffithsharp Me too.
Overall a great video. FINALLY someone played some blues in a Demo. Too many Slap or funk videos. I'm looking at purchasing the U5 next week (July, 2024) as my very first bass. After a very long research process, this bass makes the most sense for a beginner with a little better budget. Now my one gripe about most Short Scale reviews, like @BassedInVegas stated, and I blame Leo Fender for starting this stigma. Short Scale basses are not (just) for Kids! I saw you added a Special Thank You to your mate who lent you the U5. I too have health issues, but even my friends who have been playing Guitar and/or Bass for decades have pointed out, Short Scales have a lot to offer, without much of a loss. If Leo Fender would have marketed them as alternative option to a 34" scale, instead of as a "kids toy", I think we wouldn't be having these comments today.
ANYWAY... good video.
@sirdude555 You hit some good points! There is certainly an undeserved stigma with short scales. I own short scales and the U5 and here's where it rests with me: Comfortable playing (lighter weight, ergonomics, easier reach and bendability) and it has a solid bass sound. Put it through a good amp with a good player and you'll get great results. The final sound is what matters. Do a blind test with a band or recording studio and would people really be able to tell it was a short scale? I wouldn't think so.
Man that thing sounds great, going to order one soon.
I don't know man... To me, that bass sounds killer!
To me sounds great too!
I can't stop listening to the bridge pickup groove. What are you doing to make the tone be like that? Any effects on it?
Glad you like it! As I say in the description there's zero FX on the bass, just direct into Logic!
Great review man, just discovered your page! Great job and nice playing.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed :)
Thank you for the last remark. I had an injury of my little finger (pinky?) and with a short scale, I don't have to spread my fingers so far.
Fantastic playing! Thanks.
Mine has very powetfull low frequences. I must move down to zero the bass knob of my amp. Is it normal ? The treble knob of my amp is at 75% ... The low mid on 30%. 🤔
Would you recommend this or a used fender player mustang?
How bad is the neck dive?
This one or Squier Jaguar cv 32 inch scale? Help me to choose guys...
It may feel dinky to you but it sure doesn't sound dinky at all. This is one great bass. Sounds better to me than any other full scale Sire 's I 've heard (fuller and warmer) and better than many more expensive full scale's.
thank you for great demo! but I wonder how many people would find this bass dinkier than standard one, especailly when they are only listening its sound, not watching the length of the bass with their eyes XD
tlstjdgns21 I understand what you’re saying, it does sound like a regular bass but when you pick it up and play it you immediately notice the size difference. Best thing is to try it and see if it fits!
@@Basslessonsmelbourne oh you meant the feel of grasp! you are totally right, the different length of frets, neck size, body weight changes, you will definitely feel it and also effect on your play!
Too bad you can't find-it, play it, Purchase it . . . get in Contact with the Company? How are they selling bases???
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@@Basslessonsmelbourne Thanks brother. I tried. Sent company an email = No response. Ordered a Stingray today. Appreciate the Input. oNe LoVe from NYC
The headstock does not weigh heavy ?
What type of strings are original on the Sire U5 ?
Gauge and brand.
I don't know sorry, the impact of string brand and guage will be negligible in terms of the audio demos you hear in this video.
D'addario short scale 45 100
I'm looking for a short scale bass to play Jaco's Portrait of Tracy (and other stretchy acrobatic stuff of course), because I have small hands and can't stretch that far. So I'm glad the back pickup sounds good. You're an amazing player btw
Thanks for watching, good luck!
Awesome instrument!
I’m impressed!😱
What types of strings did you put on?
Whatever it came with, not my bass
It won't feel dinky when youve been playing for 50 years and Arthur P. Itis checks in. I love mine. I just kind of let my P a J basses sit around and look pretty these days cause they sure don't sound any better.
For sure I understand these are a great alternative for people with injuries or physical conditions, I’m merely stating my opinions on how it feels to me.
How much does this weigh?
Did you miss those 4 inches, Craig?
Greg Shepherd oh hohohohahahah! I did actually...
Lmao!!!
There's a Michael Scott quote here somewhere...
I'm looking at this as sofa and bbq bass
weight?
How many people look at the instruments when they are listening to a tune on Spotify ? .... zero.
It’s the tone that counts and the players ability. Anyway , most of the tone is usually eq’d to bits with most instruments on tracks unless it’s a 2 or 3 piece band.
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uhh gosh - i heat a fat gnarly round .. twangy sound .. i think it is enough to buy
Looks nice but rubbish sound. They don’t have deep bass capability of a Fender Mustang or even a Hofner Ignition.
It might not sound like it in the video but it goes deep in my amp, pretty earth shaking and I only have a 12’ not even cranked that high. I like fender more though on tone and the neck