Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 FL BK 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
V7 Alder-5 FL BK 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
445980
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V7 Alder-5 FL BK 2nd Gen
Category:
Fretless Basses
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V7 Alder-5 FL is a seriously impressive fretless bass for the price. It nails that upright-like tone with surprising clarity and a comfortable C-profile neck. This is a fantastic option for players wanting to explore fretless without committing to a premium-priced instrument.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 FL BK 2nd Gen
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Fretless
- Body: Alder
- One-piece maple neck
- Ebony fretboard
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Scale: 34" (long scale)
- Nut width: 46 mm
- Bone nut
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz Single Coils
- Equipped with 2x 9 V batteries
- Marcus Heritage-3 electronics with frequency control
- Controls: Volume/Tone (dual pot)
- pickup blender
- treble
- middle / middle frequency (dual pot)
- bass
- Active / Passive miniature switch
- Marcus Miller Modern S bridge with 18 mm string spacing
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Black
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body provides a warm, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
- • Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz pickups deliver articulate, clear, and punchy sound.
- • Ebony fretboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience with defined note separation.
- • Heritage-3 electronics offer precise tonal shaping and active/passive switching.
CONS
- • The 9V battery requirement adds to maintenance and potential cost.
- • Fretless basses demand a higher level of technique and intonation adjustment.
- • Alder body can make it slightly heavier than some bass guitars.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Alder
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Pickups
Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz Single Coils
Scale Length
34in
Frets
Fretless
Strings
5-String
Weight
Approximately 11.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The action is generally manageable, but be prepared for a slightly higher setup initially to achieve comfortable playability – fretless basses require a bit more adjustment.
While they can handle slap, they're optimized for a more defined, jazz-oriented tone; expect a less aggressive slap sound compared to pickups designed specifically for that style.
Yes, the frequency control and active/passive switch offer a good degree of tonal versatility, although it may take some experimentation to find your sweet spot.
