Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 FL AWH 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
P7 Alder 4 FL AWH 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
446142
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
P7 Alder 4 FL AWH 2nd Gen
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$603.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Marcus Miller P7 FL is a fantastic option for players wanting a fretless experience without the premium price tag. The combination of alder and those signature Marcus pickups gives it a really sweet, articulate voice that's perfect for funk, jazz, and soul. It's a seriously capable instrument for intermediate to advanced players.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller P7 Alder 4 FL AWH 2nd Gen.
- Electric Bass
- Fretless model
- Alder body
- Bolt-on maple neck
- Ebony fretboard
- "C" Neck shape
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 38 mm
- Bone nut
- Marcus Super Jazz (birdge) and Marcus Super Precision (neck) single coil pickups
- Marcus Heritage-3 electronics with mid frequency control
- Volume / Tone (Dual Pot) - Pickup Blender - Treble - Middle / Middle Frequency (Dual Pot) - Bass
- Active/Passive mini switch
- Tortoise pickguard
- Marcus Miller Modern S bridge
- Sire Premium open gear machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Antique White
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a warm, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • inCin neck profile provides a comfortable, modern feel for extended playing.
- • Marcus Super Jazz/Precision pickups offer a versatile blend of growl and clarity.
- • Heritage-3 electronics provide precise tonal shaping and active/passive switching.
CONS
- • Ebony fretboard can be a bit sharp for some players’ preference.
- • Bolt-on neck construction, while stable, lacks the sustain of a neck-through design.
- • Open gear tuners are a nice touch, but may require slightly more frequent adjustments.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Marcus Super Jazz (bridge) / Marcus Super Precision (neck) single coil
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
Fretless
Strings
Standard 4-string bass strings (likely nickel-plated steel)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg) - based on similar models
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Marcus Miller fretless generally has a slightly lower action than some high-end brands, which can make it feel more accessible for players new to fretless bass.
Yes, the mid frequency control is quite versatile; it allows for subtle adjustments or dramatic boosts to enhance the bass’s presence and cut through a mix.
While the bolt-on construction is very well executed, it does mean a slight reduction in sustain compared to a neck-through design, but it's not a significant issue for most players.
