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The Essentials to Know About the Marcus Miller V3P Electric Bass

• Modern Jazz Spirit, 100% Passive: an "entry-level" V that focuses on efficiency with simple, musical Volume/Volume/Tone wiring.


• Marcus Standard J Revolution Pickups: a J-style tone serving versatility, from punchy funk to thicker rock lines, without relying on an active preamp.


• Carefully Designed Playing Comfort: rosewood fingerboard with "Edgeless" rolled edges, comfortable and fast C-profile neck, ideal for working on right/left hand precision.


• Solid Sonic Foundation: mahogany body for warmth and depth, hard maple neck for attack and definition.

A V Series Designed for Access to the "Marcus Miller Sound" in Passive Version

The Marcus Miller V3P is part of the V series as an entry point into the "Jazz bass" universe reimagined by Sire and endorsed by Marcus Miller. It retains the DNA of the range (ergonomics, wood choices, consistent hardware) with a more straightforward approach: here, no onboard preamplification, but intentionally simple passive electronics. The result: a bass that gets straight to the point, easy to handle, and particularly relevant for those who prioritize touch, dynamics, and the natural character of the pickups.

For Whom and Which Styles? A Versatile Bass, Ideal for Progression

Thanks to its passive electronics and accessible playability, the V3P is well suited for beginner bassists seeking a solid foundation, as well as intermediate musicians looking for an effective "J" for rehearsals, home recording, or stage. The Jazz-style pickup duo and Volume/Volume/Tone control cover a wide range: funk groove, pop, soul, rock, indie, blues, reggae, and contemporary jazz. By adjusting the two volume controls, you can go from a round, deep sound (neck pickup) to a sharper, more precise attack (bridge pickup), with an overall tone that helps place the bass in the mix without hassle.

Sonic Character: Mahogany Warmth, Maple Attack, Responsive J Grain

The combination of a mahogany body and hard maple neck provides a very musical balance: mahogany adds density in the low-mids and a sense of "body," while maple brings clarity to the attack and better note definition, especially useful for fingerstyle or slap playing. The rosewood fingerboard complements the setup with a touch of smoothness in the highs and a slightly rounder response, preventing an overly dry sound when playing aggressively.

The Marcus Standard J Revolution Set pickups are designed to exploit this foundation: the neck pickup favors depth and support, the bridge pickup enhances growl, definition, and "focus" on the mids. The Tone control allows brightening the sound for more presence or darkening it for more old-school vibes, all while maintaining very natural dynamics. Finally, the Marcus Miller Standard Bass Bridge with through-body stringing ("Body Thru Hole") contributes to a more stable sustain feel and better note hold, especially on legato lines.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

With its 33.86" / 860 mm scale length, the V3P accepts Long Scale bass strings (34"), the most common size for this type of instrument. This is the simplest choice to adapt tension, brightness, and feel to your style (nickel for balance, steel for more attack, lighter gauge for comfort, heavier gauge for an energetic right hand).

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	5
Strings	Steel

Body Material	Mahogany	Inlays	White pearl dots
Body Shape	New Marcus Miller Jazz body type	Knobs	Black jazz-style plastic
Body Color	TS, BKS, RS, ORG, SNB	Bridge	Marcus Miller Standard Bass Bridge with Body Thru Hole
Neck Material	Hard Maple	Tuning Machines	Standard Open-Gear
Neck Shape	C-Shape	Hardware Finish	Chrome
Scale Length	33.86" / 860 mm	Pickguard	3-Ply Black/White/Black
Neck Joint	Four-bolt square steel plate	Pickups	Marcus Standard J Revolution Set
Fingerboard	Rosewood, Edgeless (rolled fingerboard edges)	Preamp	Passive volume and tone control
Fingerboard Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Controls	Volume (neck pickup), Volume (bridge pickup), Tone (master)
Frets	Medium 2.4	Configuration	Passive electric bass, Jazz spirit
Nut	4-string: 38 mm / 1.50" bone nut; 5-string: 46 mm / 1.81" bone nut