Sire Marcus Miller Er Z7-5 3Ts Tobacco Sunburst
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A Z7 Designed for Versatility: The "Modern Bass" Spirit in the Range
This Z7-5 embraces a clearly modern approach: a performance-oriented bass capable of covering a wide sonic spectrum thanks to a comprehensive preamp and a pickup configuration with a strong character. The 3 Tones Sunburst finish (Tobacco Sunburst) enhances its timeless appeal, while the hardware and electronics primarily target efficiency on stage and in the studio.
Who Is This Z7-5 For? Groove Tailored to Modern Low-End Lines
With its 5 strings and active preamp, this bass is particularly suited for intermediate to advanced bassists who want an instrument that can quickly adapt to a band, backline, or recording session. It feels at home in funk (dynamic slap), pop and variety (balanced tones), rock (attack and presence), gospel/R&B (deep lows), and contemporary music requiring an extra low string to hold chords or low riffs.
Sound Character: MM-Type Power and Precise Shaping via Electronics
The Sire Standard MM pickups deliver a dense low register, clear attack, and mids that stand out effortlessly. You can easily achieve a "punchy" fingerstyle sound, an aggressive pick response, and excellent slap definition thanks to fast transients.
The Volume/Tone/Blender/Treble/Middle/Bass control section combined with the Marcus Heritage-3 preamp (with mid control) allows fine shaping of the spectrum: lows for foundation, highs for brightness, and especially mids to choose between a round, vintage grain or a sharper, modern tone. The result: a highly versatile bass that shifts from warm groove to a more crisp and articulated sound with just a few adjustments.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To protect your instrument and optimize playing comfort, prioritize a sturdy strap (wide, ideally padded) considering the weight of 8.9 kg, as well as a universal guitar/bass stand and a microfiber cloth to preserve the Sunburst finish daily.
Technical specifications
| Electronics: microphone configuration | SH | Body | Alder |
| Left handed | No | Bridge / tailpiece | Fixed |
| Strings | Steel | Electronics | Active |
| Nbr of strings | 5 | Color | Gradient |
| Fingerboard | Maple | Finishing | Glossy |
| Nbrs of frets | 22 | Hardware | Chromed |
| Type | electric bass | Bridge | Sire Standard MM |
| Series | Z7 | Tuners | Premium Open Gear |
| Wood | alder | Pickups | Sire Standard MM |
| Finish / color | Sunburst | Pickup controls | Volume / Tone / Blender / Treble / Middle / Bass |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Preamp | Marcus Heritage-3 (with mid control) |
| Number of frets | 22 | Orientation | right-handed |
| Radius | 12" / 305 mm (Medium) | Number of strings | 5 |
| Nut width | 45 mm / 1.77" | Country of manufacture | Indonesia |
| Nut | bone | Warranty | 2 years |
| Inlays | black dots | Weight | 8.9 kg |
Questions frequently asked
Does the Sire Marcus Miller Er Z7-5 3Ts have a low B string?
This bass has 5 strings and features a 34-inch (864 mm) scale length, a configuration suited for low-end lines and bass riffs.
What sound do the Sire Standard MM pickups deliver?
The Sire Standard MM pickups provide a dense low end and a clear attack. Their response favors punchy fingerstyle playing, marked pick attack, and fast slap transients.
What controls does the active preamp of this bass offer?
The Marcus Heritage-3 active electronics include Volume, Tone, Blender, Treble, Middle, and Bass controls. The mid control allows adjusting the tonal character between rounder warmth and a more cutting response. The pickup configuration is of SH type.
Is this 5-string bass suitable for funk and gospel?
With its additional low string and active preamp, this model is well-suited for funk, gospel, and R&B. The maple fingerboard and 22 frets contribute to a defined response for slap and articulate grooves.
What are the dimensions of the Z7-5 neck?
The neck features a nut width of 45 mm, a 12-inch (305 mm) radius, and a bone nut.



