Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 TS 2nd Gen
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Marcus Miller
V7 Alder-5 TS 2nd Gen
Product Info
Article Number:
446037
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V7 Alder-5 TS 2nd Gen
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V7 Alder-5 TS 2nd Gen is a seriously good-sounding bass for the money. It’s got a bright, articulate tone that's fantastic for jazz, funk, and even some rock – the electronics give you a ton of control. This is an excellent choice for gigging musicians needing a versatile and reliable 5-string on a budget.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V7 Alder-5 TS 2nd Gen.
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Body: Alder
- One-piece neck: Maple
- Neck attachment: Bolt-on
- Fretboard: Ebony
- Neck profile: C
- Scale: 34" (long scale)
- Frets: 20 medium small
- Nut: Bone
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm
- Nut width: 46 mm
- 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)
- Equipped with 2x 9 V batteries
- Bridge: Marcus Miller Modern S with 18 mm string spacing
- Hardware: Chrome
- Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Alder body delivers a balanced, articulate tone with warmth.
- • Marcus Super-J Revolution Jazz pickups offer clarity and punch.
- • Bolt-on neck provides a snappy, responsive feel and quick attack.
- • Heritage-3 electronics offer flexible tonal shaping and active/passive options.
CONS
- • Alder can be a bit 'woody' – lacks the sustain of mahogany.
- • Ebony fretboard can be quite hard, might require a softer playing style.
- • Bolt-on construction isn't favored by players seeking a more integrated feel.
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
5-String
Weight
Approximately 9.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's brighter and more aggressive than a typical Jazz Bass pickup, offering more clarity and a slightly more modern edge, while retaining a good deal of the vintage warmth.
It's a design choice, not necessarily a compromise; it contributes to a quicker response and lighter feel, though it lacks the resonance of a more integrated neck construction.
The dual-pot design provides a very intuitive and precise way to shape the midrange, making it easy to dial in your desired tone quickly.
