Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 BK 2nd Gen

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Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 BK 2nd Gen

Marcus Miller

V7 Alder-5 BK 2nd Gen

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 445973
Model: V7 Alder-5 BK 2nd Gen
Price: $636.90

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The Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 is a seriously capable instrument, especially for players digging a refined jazz or funk tone. The build quality is impressive for the price point, and the electronics give you a ton of tonal flexibility. It's a great option for gigging musicians needing a reliable and versatile 5-string without the premium-priced tag.

Product Description

  • Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 BK 2nd Gen
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Alder
  • One-piece neck: Maple
  • Fretboard: Ebony
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fretboard radius: 241 mm
  • Scale: 34" (long scale)
  • Nut width: 46 mm
  • Nut: Bone
  • Frets: 20 Medium small
  • 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
  • Mini switch (active/passive)
  • Includes 2x 9 V batteries
  • Bridge: Marcus Miller Modern S with 18 mm string spacing
  • Hardware: Chrome
  • Colour: Black
  • Made by Sire
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz pickups offer articulate clarity and punchy low-mids.
  • • Ebony fretboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience and brightens the tone.
  • • Heritage-3 electronics offer extensive tonal shaping and a useful active/passive switch.
CONS
  • • Alder body can make it feel slightly heavier than basses with lighter woods.
  • • The 'C' neck profile might not suit players preferring a thicker or flatter feel.
  • • While versatile, the pickup voicing leans towards jazz and funk, limiting heavier genres.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Ebony
Pickups Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz Single Coils
Scale Length 34in
Frets 20 Medium Small
Strings Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.130 gauge)
Weight Approximately 9.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's known for its musicality – less harsh than some, with a more natural feel and a wide range of adjustable frequencies.
The 'C' profile is fairly standard, but the 46mm nut width might feel a little snug for those with very large hands, though most will find it perfectly manageable.
In passive mode, the pickups retain their character but with less output and a more vintage tone; the active mode boosts the signal and expands the tonal possibilities via the Heritage-3 controls.

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