Sire Marcus Miller V6-4 Antique White

A Modern Jazz Bass in the Spirit of Series 6

The Sire V6-4 belongs to the Series 6 family, designed to offer a comfortable and responsive electric bass with special attention to ergonomics and weight. Its "Antique White" aesthetic combined with a sanded finish provides a more organic feel to the touch and a distinctive look, while staying true to the codes of a "J"-type bass: efficient, clear, and crafted for band playing.

For Whom and Which Styles?

This 4-string bass is aimed at the intermediate to advanced player seeking a versatile Jazz bass capable of shifting from vintage tones to more modern sounds without complicated adjustments. It excels in funk, soul, R&B, pop, and rock: sharp attack for slap, clean finger articulation, and stable lows to lock the groove without muddying the mix.

The Sound

The Marcus Super-J Revolution pickup duo delivers the expected "J" character: a rounder, fuller neck pickup, a sharper bridge pickup, and a blend of both that provides the natural mid scoop highly sought after for clean grooves and punchy lines. The craftsmanship also contributes to the balance: mahogany tends to add warmth and density in the low mids, while the solid ash top emphasizes definition and attack. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp adds a musical 3-band EQ, with fixed-frequency mids to adjust presence without making the high end harsh. In passive mode (push/pull), the response becomes more traditional, ideal for regaining a more "wooden" attack and controlling brightness via the tone knob. Finally, the Marcus Miller Modern-S Bass bridge favors sustain and stability, especially appreciated when playing with a pick or on sustained lines.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

With its 34" / 864 mm scale length, the Sire V6-4 accepts 4-string long scale 34" strings. A 45-105 gauge set provides a versatile foundation balancing comfort, attack, and roundness, suitable for both fingerstyle and slap playing. For standing play, a wide and padded strap significantly improves comfort during long rehearsals and gigs.

Technical specifications

Left handed	No	Nbr of strings	4
Strings	Steel	Color	White

Body	Mahogany with solid ash top (sanded finish)	Inlays	Dots
Body Shape	Sire Jazz	Bridge	Marcus Miller Modern-S Bass
Pickguard	None	Tuners	Premium Light Weight Open Gear
Finish	Antique White	Hardware Finish	Chrome
Neck	Maple, C profile	Knobs	Black Aluminum
Neck Joint	Four-screw steel plate	Pickups	Marcus Super-J Revolution (J type)
Fingerboard	Rosewood	Preamp	Marcus Heritage-3 (fixed-frequency mids, no frequency selector)
Radius	9.5" / 241 mm	Controls	Volume/Tone, Blend, Treble, Mid, Bass (push/pull for passive mode)
Scale Length	34" / 864 mm	Lightweight design	under 4 kg (4-string version)
Frets	20, Medium 2.4 mm / 0.094"	String gauge	45-105
Nut	Bone 38 mm / 1.50"