Marcus Miller V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS
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Marcus Miller
V7 Vint. Swamp Ash-4 2 Gen TS
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
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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.
Product Video
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.
