Marcus Miller Z3-5 Sparkle Black
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Marcus Miller
Z3-5 Sparkle Black
Product Info
Article Number:
584183
Brand:
Marcus Miller
Model:
Z3-5 Sparkle Black
Category:
5-String Basses
Price:
$548.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Z3-5 Sparkle Black is a solid, well-built bass that punches way above its price point. The combination of mahogany and a powerful humbucker delivers a modern, articulate sound perfect for funk, R&B, and contemporary styles. This is a great choice for gigging musicians needing a reliable and versatile 5-string without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Marcus Miller Z3-5 Sparkle Black
- 5-String Electric Bass
- Z Series
- Body: Mahogany
- Bolt-on neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Maple
- Black dot fingerboard
- Edgeless fingerboard (rounded edges)
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 864 mm (34")
- Nut width: 45 mm (1.77")
- Bone nut
- Neck profile: C
- 22 Medium jumbo frets
- Pickup: Sire Standard MM Humbucker (bridge)
- Marcus Heritage-3 Preamp
- Volume
- treble
- middle and bass controls with push/pull function
- 3-Ply black hardware
- Sire Standard MM bridge
- Open standard machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Sparkle Black
PROS
- • Mahogany body delivers warm, resonant tones with excellent sustain.
- • Sire Standard MM humbucker provides a powerful, articulate low-end presence.
- • Marcus Heritage-3 preamp offers versatile tonal shaping and easy adjustments.
- • Edgeless fingerboard enhances playing comfort, especially for extended sessions.
CONS
- • Open-gear tuners aren't as precise or stable as sealed locking tuners.
- • Mahogany body contributes to a relatively heavy feel; may be tiring for some.
- • While versatile, the pickup leans towards modern funk/slap, less suited for vintage tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Body Material
Mahogany
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Maple with Black Dot Markers
Pickups
Sire Standard MM Humbucker (Bridge)
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Frets
22 Medium Jumbo
Strings
5-String (likely .045-.125)
Weight
Approximately 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a very capable preamp offering a good range of tonal adjustments, but lacks the absolute precision and nuanced controls of higher-end units.
The 'C' profile is a fairly standard shape, generally comfortable, but players with very large hands might find it slightly snug.
The Sparkle Black finish is visually striking but can be prone to showing fingerprints and minor scratches with heavy use; a regular polish will help maintain its appearance.
