Sire Marcus Miller V6-5 Black
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Series 6: Sanded Aesthetics Serving Versatility
Part of the Series 6 (2025 colors), the V6-5 features a sanded finish that reveals the ash grain and reinforces the modern identity of the range. It embodies the Sire philosophy developed with Marcus Miller: a bass inspired by the "Jazz" format but optimized for playability, balance, and electronics musical enough to cover a wide range of situations without complicating things.
A 5-String for Demanding Bassists, from Groove to Studio Mix
The Sire V6-5 Black is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists who want a reliable, expressive, and easy-to-adjust 5-string. It excels in funk, jazz, pop, rock, and contemporary music: articulate fingerstyle, snapping slap, precise pick playing. Its electronics help you quickly find your place in a mix, with a good dynamic reserve appreciated live.
The Sound
The mahogany (body) + solid ash (sanded top) combination delivers a round and full low end with a more present attack in the upper mids, ideal for maintaining definition on the 5th string. The maple neck provides response and bounce, while the rosewood fingerboard rounds off the highs for a musical and less aggressive tone.
The two Marcus Super-J Revolution single coils deliver the expected "J" grain: precision, growl, and nice note separation. The Marcus Heritage-3 3-band preamp allows quick tone shaping (with fixed-frequency mids), and the active/passive switch via push/pull gives you the choice between a tighter modern response and a more vintage timbre, while retaining a usable passive tone in passive mode.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the best out of this 5-string, favor a set of 5-string long scale 34" / 864 mm bass strings (nickel for roundness, steel for more attack). A wide strap significantly improves comfort during long sessions, and a stand suitable for electric bass helps preserve the sanded finish daily.
Technical specifications
| Left handed | No | Nbr of strings | 5 |
| Strings | Steel | Color | Black |
| Wood | mahogany with solid ash top (sanded finish) | Inlays | dots |
| Body shape | Sire "Jazz" | Bridge | Marcus Miller Modern-S Bass |
| Finish | Black | Tuners | Premium Lightweight Open Gear |
| Pickguard | none | Hardware finish | chrome |
| Neck | maple, "C" profile | Knobs | black aluminum |
| Neck/body joint | bolt-on, four-screw steel plate | Pickups | 2 Marcus Super-J Revolution single coils ("J" configuration) |
| Scale length | 34" / 864 mm | Preamp | Marcus Heritage-3 (fixed-frequency mids) |
| Fingerboard | rosewood | Controls | Volume with passive tone, Balance (Blend), Treble, Mid, Bass |
| Radius | 9.5" / 241 mm | Function | push/pull on bass knob for active/passive switching |
| Frets | 20, Medium 2.4 mm / 0.094" | Number of strings | 5 |
| Nut | bone, width 46 mm / 1.81" | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Sire Marcus Miller V6-5 Black suitable for funk and slap?
The two Marcus Super-J Revolution single-coil pickups in J configuration provide precision and attack for slap playing. The mahogany body with a solid ash top supports a full low end and present upper mids.
How does the active/passive mode work on this 5-string bass?
The active/passive switch is operated by push/pull on the bass pot. In passive mode, the passive tone control remains usable. The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp offers a three-band EQ with fixed mid frequency in active mode.
What is the scale length and nut width?
The scale length is 34 inches, or 864 mm, with a 46 mm wide bone nut.
Which strings are recommended for the V6-5?
A 5-string bass long scale set of 34 inches / 864 mm is recommended. Nickel strings provide a rounder response, while steel strings enhance the attack.
Is the neck designed for comfortable playing on 5 strings?
The maple neck features a C profile and a rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5 inch / 241 mm radius. Its 20 medium frets of 2.4 mm and the four-bolt neck joint correspond to a configuration designed for playability. The Premium Lightweight Open Gear tuners contribute to the instrument's balance.
