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Marcus Miller V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS

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Marcus Miller V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS

Marcus Miller

V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS

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Product Info

Article Number: 572516
Brand: Marcus Miller
Model: V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS
Category: 4-String J-Basses
Price: $845.90

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This V7 Vintage is a seriously cool throwback. It nails that classic 70s J-bass vibe with a warm, woody tone and responsive feel. Ideal for players chasing vintage tones in funk, blues, or classic rock, it offers a lot of character without being overly complex.

Product Description

  • Marcus Miller V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS
  • Electric Bass
  • Tuned to sound like the original bass from the 70s favoured by Marcus Miller
  • Body: Swamp Ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • Neck profile: C
  • Fingerboard inlays: Black Blocks
  • Fingerboard radius: 184 mm (7.25")
  • Scale: 864 mm (34")
  • Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
  • Bone nut
  • 20 Vintage frets
  • Pickups: 2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single Coils (bridge and neck)
  • Electronics: Marcus Heritage-3 with Middle Frequency Control
  • Control: Volume/Tone (Dual Pot)
  • Pickup Blender
  • Treble
  • Middle/Middle Frequency (Dual Pot)
  • Bass
  • Mini toggle switch for active/passive mode
  • 3-Ply black/white/black pickguard
  • Marcus Miller Vintage-S Bridge
  • Premium open machine heads
  • Chrome hardware
  • Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers warm, resonant low-end tones.
  • • Vintage-J Revolution pickups offer authentic 70s growl and clarity.
  • • Maple neck with comfortable 'C' profile enhances playability.
  • • Marcus Heritage-3 electronics provide versatile tonal shaping options.
CONS
  • • Swamp ash can make the bass slightly heavier than other body woods.
  • • 184mm radius might feel unusual for players accustomed to flatter fingerboards.
  • • Limited pickup options restrict versatility for modern genres.

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Key Features

Body Material Swamp Ash
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups 2 Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length 864 mm (34")
Frets 20 Vintage
Strings Nickel-plated steel (likely, standard for vintage-style basses)
Weight Approximately 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) - typical for a swamp ash 4-string

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Heritage-3 adds a noticeable warmth and clarity, especially in the midrange. Passive mode delivers a more raw, vintage tone, slightly less defined but with more natural resonance.
While a set-neck *might* offer marginally more sustain, the bolt-on construction is well-executed and the swamp ash body compensates effectively, providing a lively and resonant tone.
They're designed to emulate the sound and feel of classic '70s Fender pickups, offering a similar growl and articulation. While not exact clones, they provide an authentic vintage-inspired experience at a more accessible price point.

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