Sire Marcus Miller Er Z3-5 Sparkle Bk Black

A Modern Interpretation of the "Jazz" Tradition in 5 Strings

With its "Marcus Miller Jazz Shape" silhouette, the Z3-5 fits within the spirit of classic Jazz-style basses while adding a more contemporary approach: luthiery focused on precision, and especially a 3-band preamp designed to sculpt the sound in playing situations. In 5 strings, it provides extra low-end foundation while maintaining a familiar ergonomics.

For Whom and For Which Styles?

This bass is aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists who want a wide sonic palette without complications. The J-style pickups and active EQ make it very comfortable in funk, pop, R and B, gospel, rock, and fusion. The long scale helps maintain good note stability, especially appreciated on the low string.

The Sound

Swamp ash generally provides a lively response, clear articulation, and well-controlled lows, while maple (neck and fretboard) enhances attack and clarity, ideal for percussive riffs and precise lines. The Marcus Super-J Revolution pickup set offers a J-type character: definition, grain, and the ability to switch from a biting bridge sound to a rounder neck tone. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp adds headroom and shaping capabilities: the mids with selectable frequency allow you to place the bass exactly where you want it (attack, growl, or a more hi-fi scoop), while the blender facilitates pickup mixes to adjust depth and balance.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To maintain the original feel and proper tension, prioritize a 5-string long scale bass string set (34" / 864 mm scale). A wide bass strap can also improve comfort during long sessions.

Technical specifications

Electronics: microphone configuration	J	Body	Swamp ash
Left handed	No	Bridge / tailpiece	Fixed
Strings	Steel	Electronics	Active
Nbr of strings	5	Color	Black
Fingerboard	Maple	Finishing	Satin
Nbrs of frets	24	Hardware	Chromed

Type	5-string electric bass	Frets	24 medium
Laterality	left-handed	Nut width	46 mm / 1.81"
Body shape	Marcus Miller Jazz Shape	Inlays	white pearloid blocks
Wood	swamp ash	Bridge	New Marcus Heavymass II Bridge
Pickguard	3-ply ivory pearloid	Tuners	Premium Open Gear
Finish	Transparent Green Satin	Knobs	black Jazz Type plastic
Weight	8.9 kg	Hardware finish	chrome
Profile	C	Pickups	Marcus Super-J Revolution Set
Scale length	34" / 864 mm	Preamp	Marcus Heritage-3 with Middle Frequency Control
Fretboard	maple	Controls	Volume/Tone
Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Model reference	Z3-5 Sparkle BK Black