Marcus Miller V8-5 TS
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Marcus Miller
V8-5 TS
Product Info
Article Number:
553401
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
V8-5 TS
Category:
5-String J-Basses
Price:
$1,098.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
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
Product Video
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.
