Marcus Miller V3 MA 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
V3 MA 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
446376
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V3 MA 2nd Gen
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$416.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V3 MA 2nd Gen is a fantastic option for gigging musicians needing a versatile and well-built bass. The mahogany body gives it a warm foundation, while the Marcus pickups and Heritage-3 preamp let you dial in everything from classic Motown to modern funk – a real workhorse for a broad range of styles.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V3 MA 2nd Gen
- Electric Bass
- Mahogany body
- Bolt-on maple neck
- Rosewood fingerboard
- Neck profile: C
- Bone nut
- 20 Medium small frets
- Nut width: 38 mm
- Scale: 864 mm
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Standard Jazz Bass J-Revolution Single Coils
- Marcus Heritage-3 Preamp with mid frequency control
- Controsl: Volume/Tone (dual poti) - Pickup Blender - Treble - Middle/Middle Frequency (dual poti) - Bass
- Active/passive Mini switch
- Colour: Mahogany Red
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant low-end tones.
- • Marcus Standard J-Revolution pickups offer articulate, punchy clarity.
- • Heritage-3 preamp provides flexible tonal shaping with mid control.
- • Bolt-on neck offers a snappy, responsive feel ideal for fast playing.
CONS
- • Mahogany body can make it a bit heavier than some players prefer.
- • Rosewood fingerboard may feel a little dry to some; consider oiling.
- • Pickup blend control offers limited tonal variety compared to active splits.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Pickups
Marcus Standard Jazz Bass J-Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel
Weight
Approximately 11 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a simplified version, focusing on core EQ and a mid-frequency control, offering great flexibility without the complexity of their higher-end preamps.
Not necessarily; it provides a snappier response and easier access to the upper frets, which many players prefer for fast playing styles.
The J-Revolution pickups handle high gain surprisingly well, retaining clarity and articulation, though extreme settings might become slightly muddy.
