Sire Marcus Miller V3 5 New Gen BK S

A V-Series Designed to Offer the Essentials of the Sire Signature, Without Excess

In the V series, the V3 positions itself as an entry-level bass into the Sire "J-style" universe: a platform designed to be easy to set up, enjoyable to play, and sufficiently complete to follow your progress. The idea is simple: combine serious craftsmanship, proven electronics, and a level of finish that enhances comfort (notably with rolled fretboard edges), to achieve a coherent instrument ready for home, rehearsal, and stage.

Who Is the Sire V3 For? A Bass That Supports You From Your First Band to Your First Gigs

The Sire V3 primarily targets beginner to intermediate bassists who want a reliable bass capable of adapting to multiple contexts without struggling with the sound. Its "all-terrain" approach is particularly suitable for styles where the bass needs to remain clear and dynamic: funk, pop, rock, jazz, neo-soul, reggae, and contemporary music. Thanks to the Blender control plus active EQ, you can quickly switch from a round, enveloping low end to a more snappy attack for slap, or a more present midrange to cut through a dense mix.

Left-hand comfort is a real strong point: the C-profile provides natural support, while the 241 mm / 9.49" radius promotes a balanced feel between chords, walking bass, and fingerstyle playing. The result: a bass that is not limited to a "first purchase," but an instrument you gladly keep as a workhorse, rehearsal bass, or backup instrument.

A Flexible Sonic Personality: From "J" Grain to Active Punch, With a True Passive Mode

At the heart of the V3 is the Marcus Standard J-Revolution Set, paired with electronics designed to quickly vary tonal colors. The "J" format pickup duo offers a very musical foundation: clear definition, good articulation, and a response that highlights playing precision. The Blender control allows fine-tuning of the pickup mix to go from a tighter, more focused sound to a wider, rounder image, ideal for lines that need to support the band without taking up space.

The Sire Standard 2-Band Preamp adds a layer of simple and effective control: Bass to reinforce the low end, Treble to open up attack and brightness, with management that remains intuitive even in live situations. The control layout is designed to be "plug and play": Volume / Tone / Blender / Treble / Bass. The push/pull provides access to passive mode, handy for regaining a more organic character, taming the high frequencies, or securing a set if you want to play without active EQ.

The craftsmanship also contributes to the balance: mahogany generally brings a sense of density and warmth in the low-midrange, while the Canadian hard maple neck contributes to attack clarity and stability. The satin finish enhances comfort: less "sticky" under the hand and pleasant during fast movements.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

With its 860 mm / 33.86" scale length, this bass is compatible with long scale bass string sets, a safe choice to maintain tension, intonation, and tuning stability on this format. You can also plan for a standard strap (bass type, wider) and a good quality 6.35 mm mono jack cable to fully exploit the dynamics of the electronics.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	5
Strings	Steel

Type	electric bass	Frets	2.4 mm / 0.094"
Body	mahogany	Nut	bone
Finish	satin	Nut width	48 mm / 1.89"
Pickguard	black 3-ply	Tuners	Standard Gear-Open
Neck	Canadian hard maple	Hardware finish	chrome
Neck finish	stained	Pickups	Marcus Standard J-Revolution Set
Neck profile	C-shape	Preamp	Sire Standard 2-Band Preamp
Fretboard edges	rolled	Controls	Volume / Tone / Blender / Treble / Bass (push/pull for passive mode)
Radius	241 mm / 9.49"	Positioning	entry-level V series focused on versatility
Scale length	860 mm / 33.86"