Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 FL TS 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
V7 Alder-4 FL TS 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
445951
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V7 Alder-4 FL TS 2nd Gen
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$603.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V7 Alder-4 FL TS 2nd Gen is a seriously impressive fretless bass for the price. It nails that classic jazz tone, thanks to the Super-J pickups and the responsive ebony board. It’s an excellent choice for players wanting to explore fretless without a premium-priced investment, but be prepared to put in the practice to master the intonation.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 FL TS 2nd Gen
- Electric Bass
- Fretless
- Body: Alder
- One-piece maple neck
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Scale: 864 mm (34" / Long Scale)
- Nut width: 38 mm
- Bone nut
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz Single Coils
- Controls: Volume
- Tone (Dual Pot)
- Pickup Blender
- Treble
- Middle / Middle Frequency (Dual Pot)
- Bass
- Marcus Heritage-3 Electronics with Frequency Control
- Active / passive mini toggle switch
- Equipped with 2x 9 V batteries
- Marcus Miller Modern S bridge
- String distance: 20 mm
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
- Includes additional chrome pickup covers
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body provides a warm, resonant foundation for fretless tones.
- • Ebony fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience with excellent note definition.
- • Marcus Super-J Revolution pickups deliver articulate, vintage-inspired jazz tones.
- • Heritage-3 electronics provide flexible tonal shaping and active/passive switching.
CONS
- • Long scale can be a stretch for players with smaller hands or shorter arms.
- • Fretless learning curve requires dedication and careful intonation practice.
- • Alder body contributes to a potentially heavier feel for extended playing sessions.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
One-piece Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34 in)
Frets
Fretless
Strings
Not specified, likely standard 4-string bass strings
Weight
Approximately 9.5 - 11 lbs (4.3 - 5 kg) - typical for an alder body bass
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ebony fretboard is quite smooth, offering a different feel than rosewood or pau ferro. The 241mm radius is comfortable, but it's still a learning experience for fretless players.
The Marcus Heritage-3 system is generally reliable, but always good practice to replace batteries regularly. The mini toggle switch makes switching between active and passive easy.
The longer scale provides tighter low-end response and a slightly more articulate sound. It also increases string tension, which can require a bit more finger strength.
