Sire Marcus Miller V7 Vintage New Gen Electric Bass, 5-String
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Sire recreates the vintage J-style look, sound, and feel -- and adds their own New Gen refinements to make this V7 one supremely comfortable 5-string bass.
What's special about this item?
| Feature: | What it does: |
|---|---|
| C-shaped neck profile | Comfortable, rounded oval shape |
| Hard maple neck | Extremely strong; bright tonal character |
| Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups | Vintage-voiced pickups; clear midrange |
| North American alder body | Light weight with a wide tonal range |
Overview
Vintage-Correct Neck Geometry with New Gen Playability:
The V7 Vintage New Gen uses a revised New Gen C-shape neck paired with a 7.25" vintage fingerboard radius and 2.0 mm small fretwire, delivering a more traditional feel compared to the standard V7. Edgeless rolled fretboard edges improve comfort while preserving vintage geometry. Roasted maple neck options enhance stability and long-term consistency without altering the classic playing experience.
- North American Alder body
- Hard Maple neck
- Edgeless fretboard for comfort
- Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickup
- Marcus Heritage-3 preamp
- Blender Knob for pickup balance
- Push/Pull Bass knob for passive/active toggle
Vintage-Voiced Electronics with Simplified Signal Path:
This model features the Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickup set, voiced specifically for warm, articulate, traditional J-bass tone. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp (no mid-frequency control) uses a simplified four-knob layout with push/pull active-passive switching, reducing complexity and preserving a more traditional tonal response.
Traditional Hardware and Aesthetics with Updated Consistency:
The Vintage-S bridge, lightweight open-gear tuners, and period-correct cosmetic details (dot inlays, binding, tortoise pickguard) reinforce the vintage positioning while benefiting from improved New Gen production consistency. Lightweight tuners help maintain balance while retaining a traditional look and… read more feel.
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The V7 Vintage New Gen uses a revised New Gen C-shape neck paired with a 7.25" vintage fingerboard radius and 2.0 mm small fretwire, delivering a more traditional feel compared to the standard V7. Edgeless rolled fretboard edges improve comfort while preserving vintage geometry. Roasted maple neck options enhance stability and long-term consistency without altering the classic playing experience.
Features:
- Fast attack & enhanced upper-mid presence- North American Alder body
- Hard Maple neck
- Edgeless fretboard for comfort
- Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickup
- Marcus Heritage-3 preamp
- Blender Knob for pickup balance
- Push/Pull Bass knob for passive/active toggle
Vintage-Voiced Electronics with Simplified Signal Path:
This model features the Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickup set, voiced specifically for warm, articulate, traditional J-bass tone. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp (no mid-frequency control) uses a simplified four-knob layout with push/pull active-passive switching, reducing complexity and preserving a more traditional tonal response.
Traditional Hardware and Aesthetics with Updated Consistency:
The Vintage-S bridge, lightweight open-gear tuners, and period-correct cosmetic details (dot inlays, binding, tortoise pickguard) reinforce the vintage positioning while benefiting from improved New Gen production consistency. Lightweight tuners help maintain balance while retaining a traditional look and… read more feel.
Specs
Body Material: North American Alder
Body Shape: Marcus Miller Jazz Shape (New Gen)
Neck Material: Hard Maple
Neck Shape: C-Shape (New Gen)
Scale: 34"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Frets: 2.0 mm Small, 20 Frets
String Nut: Bone Nut, 38mm Width (4st), 46mm Width (5st)
Inlay: Clay Dot
Binding: IV 1ply
Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Plate
Pickup: Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Pickup set
Preamp: Marcus Heritage-3 (No-Mid Frequency)
Controls: Volume/Tone, Blender, Treble/Middle, Bass (P/P for Passive mode)
Knobs: Plastic J-bass Type in Black (New Gen)
Bridge: Marcus Miller Vintage-S
Tuning Gear: Premium Light Weight Open Gear
Hardware Finish: Chrome
Pickguard: Tortoise
Body Shape: Marcus Miller Jazz Shape (New Gen)
Neck Material: Hard Maple
Neck Shape: C-Shape (New Gen)
Scale: 34"
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
Frets: 2.0 mm Small, 20 Frets
String Nut: Bone Nut, 38mm Width (4st), 46mm Width (5st)
Inlay: Clay Dot
Binding: IV 1ply
Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Plate
Pickup: Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Pickup set
Preamp: Marcus Heritage-3 (No-Mid Frequency)
Controls: Volume/Tone, Blender, Treble/Middle, Bass (P/P for Passive mode)
Knobs: Plastic J-bass Type in Black (New Gen)
Bridge: Marcus Miller Vintage-S
Tuning Gear: Premium Light Weight Open Gear
Hardware Finish: Chrome
Pickguard: Tortoise
Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Natural, Hard Maple Fretboard
- Shipping Weight: 9.57 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 49 x 26 x 8 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SML-5520
Tide Pool, Roasted Hard Maple Fretboard
- Shipping Weight: 9.72 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 49 x 26 x 8 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SML-5522
Tobacco Sunburst, Ebony Fretboard
- Shipping Weight: 9.68 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 49 x 26 x 8 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SML-5521
Documents and Manuals
For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 1-213-210-8976
Email: sireguitars@sire-revolution.com
Phone: 1-213-210-8976
Email: sireguitars@sire-revolution.com
Tobacco Sunburst, Ebony Fretboard
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