Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 TS 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
V7 Alder-4 TS 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
445968
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V7 Alder-4 TS 2nd Gen
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$541.20
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This V7 is a seriously impressive bass for the money. The Super-J pickups give you that classic, articulate jazz tone, but the Heritage-3 electronics let you dial in a surprising amount of versatility. It's a great choice for gigging musicians or students looking for professional-grade quality without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 TS 2nd Gen.
- Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- One-piece neck: Maple
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 34" (long scale)
- Nut width: 38 mm
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Frets: 20 Medium small
- 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: Tobacco Sunburst
- Includes a chrome pickup cover
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a warm, balanced tonal foundation.
- • Ebony fretboard offers exceptional clarity and sustain.
- • Marcus Super-J Revolution pickups provide articulate, vintage-inspired tone.
- • Heritage-3 electronics offer extensive tonal shaping possibilities.
CONS
- • Alder body can make it a bit heavier than some players prefer.
- • The C-profile neck might not suit players preferring a flatter feel.
- • While versatile, it leans towards jazz and funk, limiting extreme rock tones.
Product Video
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
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's more refined than some budget active systems, offering a wider frequency response and a more natural feel – not overly aggressive or 'processed' sounding.
It's wider than some basses, but manageable. Players with smaller hands might need a short adjustment period, but it contributes to the stability and feel.
The Modern S provides a slightly more direct transfer of string vibration, resulting in a clearer, more defined low end and improved sustain – a subtle but noticeable improvement.
