Marcus Miller V8-4 NT
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Marcus Miller
V8-4 NT
Product Info
Article Number:
553392
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V8-4 NT
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$878.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The V8-4 NT is a seriously impressive bass for the price. It's got that classic J-bass vibe, but with modern refinements like the roasted maple neck and Marcus Miller’s excellent pickups and preamp. This is a fantastic option for players seeking a versatile, workhorse bass with a comfortable feel and a punchy, articulate tone.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller V8-4 NT
- Electric Bass
- Body: Swamp ash
- Bolt-on neck: roasted maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- White abalone block fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Fretboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
- Bone nut
- Nut width: 38 mm (1.5")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- 20 Medium frets
- Pickups: 2 Marcus Super J Revolution single coils
- Marcus Heritage-3 preamp with mid-frequency control
- Controls: Volume/Tone (Dual Pot)
- Pickup Blender
- Treble
- Middle/Middle Frequency (Dual Pot) and Bass
- Mini switch for active/passive mode
- Marcus Heavymass II bridge
- Chrome hardware
- Sire Premium open-gear tuners
- Ivory Pearl pickguard
- Colour: Natural
- Incl. gig bag
- Made by Sire
PROS
- • Swamp ash body delivers resonant, punchy low-end response.
- • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and smooth playability.
- • Marcus Super J Revolution pickups offer articulate, vintage-inspired tone.
- • Heritage-3 preamp provides versatile tonal shaping with mid-frequency control.
CONS
- • Swamp ash can make the bass feel slightly heavier than some alternatives.
- • The 'C' neck profile might not suit players preferring a flatter feel.
- • The Ivory Pearl pickguard is a matter of taste, and some may prefer a different style.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Swamp Ash
Neck Material
Roasted Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with White Abalone Block Inlays
Pickups
2 Marcus Super J Revolution Single Coils
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
20 Medium Frets
Strings
4
Weight
Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
They offer a more focused and slightly more aggressive tone with a tighter low-end, while retaining the clarity and articulation of a J-bass pickup.
Absolutely; roasted maple is more stable and resistant to humidity changes, leading to improved playability and fewer fret buzz issues over time.
The passive mode provides a more traditional, warmer tone, while the active mode unlocks the full potential of the preamp for a more modern and versatile sound.
