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Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LPB 2nd Gen

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Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LPB 2nd Gen

Marcus Miller

V7 Alder-4 LPB 2nd Gen

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Product Info

Article Number: 460015
Brand: Marcus Miller
Model: V7 Alder-4 LPB 2nd Gen
Category: 4-String J-Basses
Price: $547.80

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This V7 Alder-4 is a seriously impressive bass for the money. The Super-J pickups give you that classic, slightly scooped jazz tone, but with a surprising amount of growl. It's a great choice for gigging musicians who want a versatile, reliable, and well-built instrument without breaking the bank.

Product Description

  • Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 LPB 2nd Gen.
  • Electric Bass
  • Body: Alder
  • One-piece neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • Neck profile: C
  • Scale: 34" (long scale)
  • Frets: 20 medium small
  • Nut width: 38 mm
  • Fretboard radius: 241 mm
  • Nut: Bone
  • Pickups: 2 Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz single coils
  • Electronics: Marcus Heritage-3 with frequency control
  • Controls: Volume/Tone (dual pot) - Pickup Blender - Treble - Middle/Middle Frequency (dual pot) - Bass
  • Active/Passive mini switch
  • Includes 2x 9 V batteries
  • Bridge: Marcus Miller Modern S with 20 mm string spacing
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Colour: Lake Placid Blue
  • Includes an unmounted chrome pickup cover
  • Made by Sire
PROS
  • • Alder body delivers a balanced, articulate tone with warmth.
  • • Ebony fretboard provides snappy response and excellent note definition.
  • • Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz pickups offer vintage clarity with modern punch.
  • • Heritage-3 electronics provide extensive tonal shaping and active/passive switching.
CONS
  • • Alder body can feel a bit 'plain' aesthetically compared to more exotic woods.
  • • Neck profile, while comfortable, might be too slim for players preferring a thicker feel.
  • • 20mm string spacing takes some getting used to for players with smaller hands.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz Single-Coils
Scale Length 34 in
Frets 20 Medium-Small
Strings Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s relatively straightforward, offering a wider frequency range than many simpler systems, but lacks the extreme precision of some high-end options – it’s a sweet spot of usability and tone shaping.
The neck has a moderate gloss finish – not overly thick, but definitely not satin. It provides a good balance between protection and playability, although some players might prefer a more matte feel.
It's unmounted; you'll need to install it yourself if you choose to use it. It’s a nice touch for those wanting a slightly different aesthetic.

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