Marcus Miller V6-5 Sandblasted OTB

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Marcus Miller V6-5 Sandblasted OTB

Marcus Miller

V6-5 Sandblasted OTB

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 610793
Model: V6-5 Sandblasted OTB
Price: $823.90

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This Marcus Miller V6-5 Sandblasted is a seriously versatile instrument. The combination of mahogany and swamp ash gives it a great foundation, and the Super-J pickups offer a surprisingly warm, vintage vibe with plenty of punch. It's a great choice for players wanting a 5-string with a comfortable feel and a wide range of tones without a premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Marcus Miller V6 Sandblasted 5 OTB
  • 5-String Electric Guitar
  • Body: Mahogany
  • Top: Swamp ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 46 mm (1.81")
  • 20 frets
  • Pickups: 2 Marcus Super-J Revolution single coils
  • Electronics: Marcus Heritage-3
  • 1 Volume and tone controls
  • 1 Blend control
  • 1 Treble / mid control
  • 1 Bass control with push/pull function for passive switching
  • Marcus Miller Modern-S Bass bridge
  • Open premium light weight machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Ocean Turquoise Blue
PROS
  • • Mahogany/Swamp Ash combo delivers a warm, resonant, and articulate tone.
  • • Marcus Super-J Revolution pickups offer a surprisingly vintage, scooped mid-range character.
  • • Heritage-3 electronics provide versatile tonal shaping with passive switching option.
  • • Bolt-on maple neck offers a snappy feel and excellent upper-midrange clarity.
CONS
  • • Swamp ash body might make it slightly less dense than some prefer.
  • • Rosewood fingerboard can feel a bit 'slick' for players who prefer a more textured surface.
  • • Blend control's effectiveness is somewhat limited compared to more complex active systems.

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Key Features

Body Material Mahogany Top: Swamp Ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Marcus Super-J Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 20
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) - based on similar models

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a more streamlined approach, offering essential tone shaping without the complexity of full-blown active systems; the passive switch is a key advantage.
The 'C' profile is generally considered a comfortable all-rounder, but it's on the slimmer side, so larger hands might find it a little snug.
The sandblasted finish primarily affects the aesthetic; it provides a satin feel and a unique look, but has minimal impact on the instrument's sonic characteristics.

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