Sire Marcus Miller V7 Alder 4 LH New Gen NT

An Alder V7 at the Heart of the Marcus Miller Jazz Type Aesthetic

Designed as a benchmark within the range, the V7 follows the lineage of "Jazz Type" format basses: a timeless design, quick playability, and fine-tuning precision. In this Alder-4 left-handed version, the combination of a alder body, hard maple neck, and Marcus Miller pickup set aims for a clear goal: to offer a modern, responsive, and expressive bass capable of delivering a crisp and defined sound while maintaining the balance and musicality essential both in the studio and on stage.

Who This Left-Handed Bass Is For: From Groove to Slap, Without Compromise

The Marcus Miller V7 Alder-4 left-handed bass is intended for bassists seeking a versatile electric bass comfortable in many contexts. Its "C" shaped neck and long scale length facilitate left-hand precision and intonation stability, making it especially suitable for intermediate musicians looking for a serious instrument to progress with, as well as advanced bassists who want a reliable platform for live performances, intensive rehearsals, and recording.

In terms of styles, the V7 excels in genres where attack and definition are essential: funk (slap and well-articulated fingerstyle), modern pop, precise rock, R&B, and gospel for presence in the mix. The passive mode also allows for more classic, rounder, and organic tones, very useful when seeking a warm foundation without excessive brightness.

Sound: Super-J Revolution Pickups and Heritage-3 Preamp to Shape the Mix

The alder body provides a natural midrange and balanced response, with a clear low end and upper mids that help the bass "speak" in the mix. The hard maple neck promotes projection, attack, and precision: resulting in a firm, fast sound, particularly effective for fingerstyle back-and-forth runs and slap nuances.

The Marcus Miller Super-J Revolution Pickup Set is designed to deliver the "Jazz Type" character: clarity in the highs, presence in the mids, and string-to-string articulation. The Blender control makes it easy to blend between the two pickups, allowing you to switch from a rounder, fuller sound to a sharper, more focused tone-ideal for cutting through dense arrangements.

The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp adds a very practical dimension of tonal shaping. The Treble / Middle / Bass controls, combined with the mid-frequency control, allow you to adjust the frequency range that makes the bass stand out: more bite for a line that needs to cut through, or more body to reinforce the harmonic foundation. The push/pull (P/P) for passive mode is a major asset: you can switch off the active circuitry to regain a more direct and traditional response, highly appreciated for vintage sounds, rounder grooves, and certain studio takes.

Finally, the Marcus Miller Modern-S bridge contributes to stability and vibration transmission, promoting clean sustain and a clear attack. Coupled with the Premium Light Weight Open Gear tuners, the setup aims for stable tuning and long-lasting playing comfort, especially during extended sessions.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To get the most out of this 4-string bass, you can pair it with a set of long scale bass strings (33.86" / 860 mm scale length, commonly called "34"), a good quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable, and a sturdy strap for standing sessions. A tuner (pedal or clip-on) and a microfiber cloth for the satin finish complete the daily gear efficiently.

Technical specifications

Left handed	Yes	Nbr of strings	4
Strings	Steel

Type	4-string electric bass, left-handed version	Frets	0.094" / 2.4 mm
Format	Marcus Miller "Jazz Type"	Bridge	Marcus Miller Modern-S
Wood	North American alder	Tuners	Premium Light Weight Open Gear
Finish	satin	Knobs	black resin J-Bass style
Pickguard	3-ply black	Hardware finish	chrome
Profile	C	Pickups	Marcus Miller Super-J Revolution Pickup Set
Scale length	33.86" / 860 mm	Preamp	Marcus Heritage-3 with mid-frequency control
Radius	9.49" / 241 mm	Controls	Volume / Tone / Blender / Treble / Middle / Bass (P/P for passive mode)
Nut material	bone	Orientation	left-handed
Nut width	1.50" / 38 mm