Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen

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Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen

Marcus Miller

V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen

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Product Info

Article Number: 445971
Model: V7 Alder-5 AWH 2nd Gen
Price: $653.40

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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.

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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.

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