Marcus Miller V8-5 TS

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Marcus Miller V8-5 TS

Marcus Miller

V8-5 TS

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 553401
Model: V8-5 TS
Price: $1,098.90

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The V8-5 TS is a seriously capable 5-string bass, offering a fantastic blend of vintage vibe and modern versatility. It's a great choice for players looking for a workhorse instrument suitable for funk, soul, and rock, with a comfortable neck and a punchy, responsive feel. This bass is ideal for gigging musicians who want a premium instrument without the premium price tag.

Product Description

  • Marcus Miller V8-5 TS
  • 5-String Electric Bass
  • Body: Swamp Ash
  • Bolt-on neck: Roasted maple
  • Fingerboard: Maple
  • White abalone block fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: C-shape
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
  • Bone nut
  • Nut width: 46 mm
  • Scale length: 864 mm (34")
  • 20 Medium frets
  • Pickups: 2 Marcus Super J Revolution Single Coils
  • Marcus Heritage-3 Preamplifier 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 machine heads
  • Ivory Pearl pickguard
  • Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
  • Includes gig bag
  • Made by Sire
PROS
  • • Swamp ash body delivers a resonant, articulate tone with excellent sustain
  • • Roasted maple neck provides exceptional stability and a smooth, fast feel
  • • Marcus Super J Revolution pickups offer a surprisingly balanced, vintage-inspired growl
  • • Heritage-3 preamp offers versatile tonal shaping with a useful mid-frequency control
CONS
  • • Swamp ash can make the bass feel a little weighty, especially for smaller players
  • • The bolt-on neck, while stable, lacks the inherent warmth of a set-neck design
  • • The pickup blend control can be a bit fiddly to dial in a truly balanced tone

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Key Features

Body Material Swamp Ash
Neck Material Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Maple
Pickups Marcus Super J Revolution Single Coils & Marcus Heritage-3 Preamplifier
Scale Length 864 mm (34 in)
Frets 20 Medium
Strings 5-String
Weight Approximately 11 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

They’re brighter and more articulate than a typical P-bass pickup, offering a more defined low-end and a slightly more aggressive edge without getting harsh.
Absolutely, roasted maple is far more stable, resistant to warping, and feels incredibly smooth. It contributes to a more consistent playing experience over time.
The passive mode delivers a more classic, warmer tone, while the active mode provides the Heritage-3 preamp’s full range of tonal options; it's a very useful feature for adapting to different musical situations.

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