Sire Marcus Miller V7 Alder 5 LH New Gen NT

Essential Information About the V7 Alder 5 LH New Gen NT Bass

• 5-string left-handed electric bass in the Marcus Miller "Jazz Type" format: familiar ergonomics, precise attack, and great versatility.


• North American alder body and hard maple neck with C profile: balance, playing comfort, and dynamic response.


• Marcus Miller Super-J Revolution pickups + Marcus Heritage-3 preamp: wide tonal palette, from vintage warmth to modern snap.


• Active/passive mode via push/pull control: live performance security and direct character in passive mode, while maintaining true control over the tone.

A flagship V7 designed around the Marcus Miller sound

As the brand's flagship model, the V7 follows the lineage of "Jazz Type" basses that have defined much of modern funk, groove, and pop sounds. This V7 Alder-5 left-handed version retains the fundamentals expected by demanding bassists (comfort, articulation, versatility) while adding a clear identity: a pair of Marcus Miller pickups and Marcus Heritage-3 electronics designed to capture the snap, precision, and presence associated with Marcus Miller's playing.

Who is this 5-string left-handed V7 for?

The V7 Alder-5 LH is aimed at intermediate to advanced bassists seeking a 5-string capable of performing equally well in rehearsals, on stage, and in the studio. The "Jazz Type" format offers an immediately familiar grip, while the active EQ and passive mode allow tackling various styles: funk (clean and punchy slap), R&B (dense low-mids), pop (defined attack), rock (presence and sustain), gospel, and fusion (dynamic and precise across the entire range, including the B string).

Tonal character: from sharp "Jazz Type" to sculpted modern register

The alder body is renowned for its balance: firm lows, clear mids, and clean highs, ideal for a "Jazz Type" bass. Combined with the hard maple neck, it delivers a fast response and crisp attack, particularly appreciated for pick playing, ghost notes, or right-hand fingerstyle nuances. The 5-string benefits from this stable acoustic foundation to maintain a precise and mix-friendly low string.

The Marcus Miller Super-J Revolution Pickup Set emphasizes definition and articulation: in the bridge position, the bass gains bite and growl; in the neck position, it offers a warmer roundness; and blending both provides the classic "Jazz" compromise: attack, width, and presence. The Blender control facilitates these mixes, while the Volume / Tone section allows instant return to a more traditional behavior.

The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp adds the "studio" aspect: the bass, mid, and treble EQs serve both to sculpt a bright slap tone and to establish a thicker, focused sound for fingerstyle playing. The mid frequency control is a real asset for adapting to your amp, room, and band: you can select a lower mid frequency for warmth and punch, or a higher one for presence and attack. Finally, the push/pull for passive mode secures your setup: if you want a rawer sound or to keep the bass operational under all circumstances, passive mode is immediately accessible.

Recommended compatible accessories

To fully exploit this 5-string bass, prioritize a 5-string long scale bass string set suited for a 33.86" / 860 mm scale length. A high-quality 6.35 mm instrument jack cable is a safe choice to preserve the preamp's dynamics and pickup clarity. For comfort, a strap (and, if desired, secure strap locks) as well as a tuner are perfectly suited for regular use, both in rehearsals and on stage.

Technical specifications

Left handed	Yes	Nbr of strings	5
Strings	Steel

Type	electric bass	Nut width	1.81" / 46 mm
Number of strings	5	Nut material	bone
Orientation	left-handed (LH)	Fret size	0.094" / 2.4 mm
Shape	Marcus Miller "Jazz Type"	Bridge	Marcus Miller Modern-S
Wood	North American alder	Hardware finish	chrome
Finish	satin	Tuners	Premium Light Weight Open Gear
Pickguard	black 3-ply	Knobs	black resin J-Bass style
Profile	C shape	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 (push/pull for passive mode)