Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
445971
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$653.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V7 Alder-5 is a seriously capable bass for the price. It's a great choice for gigging musicians who want a versatile, modern J-bass tone with the added flexibility of active electronics. This bass really shines in funk, R&B, and modern pop, offering a professional feel and sound.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen.
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- One-piece neck: Maple
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Scale: 864 mm (long scale)
- Frets: 20 medium small
- Nut width: 46 mm
- Nut: Bone
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz
- 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
- Equipped with 2x 9V batteries
- Bridge: Marcus Miller Modern S with 18 mm string spacing
- Hardware: Chrome
- Colour: Antique White
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a warm, resonant foundation with excellent sustain.
- • Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz pickups offer articulate, punchy tone with great clarity.
- • Heritage-3 electronics provide extensive tonal shaping and active/passive switching.
- • Modern S bridge enhances string vibration and provides comfortable playing feel.
CONS
- • Long scale length might be challenging for players with smaller hands.
- • Ebony fretboard can be prone to dryness, requiring occasional maintenance.
- • Antique White finish, while attractive, shows fingerprints and grime easily.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz
Scale Length
864 mm
Frets
20 medium small
Strings
5-String, likely Nickel-plated Steel (standard)
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs (4.3 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s quite comprehensive, offering more frequency shaping than many budget-friendly active systems, but perhaps not as detailed as high-end boutique options.
The C profile is generally comfortable, but the long scale and 46mm nut width might feel a bit snug for players with very large hands – best to try it if possible.
While not completely silent, the Super-J Revolution Jazz pickups are relatively well-shielded and produce a respectable signal-to-noise ratio for their class.
