If you’re looking for a 5-string that can cover just about anything without breaking the bank, this Sire Marcus Miller V7 5-String Bass is a seriously solid pick—especially in this kind of player-grade condition.
This one’s seen some use, so you’ll find a few dings, dents, and some paint scrapes on the body. All cosmetic stuff. Structurally it’s solid, the neck feels good, and it plays and sounds exactly like it should. Honestly, it’s the kind of bass you won’t hesitate to take to a gig.
Tone is where these really shine. The Super-J pickups give you that classic jazz-style punch and clarity, but the onboard preamp opens things up way beyond that. You can keep it smooth and vintage, or dial in something more modern and aggressive with the 3-band EQ. Flip it to passive and you’ve still got a great, straightforward tone to fall back on.
The ebony board with rolled edges feels great under your hands—super smooth and broken-in feeling right away. Neck has a comfortable C shape, and even as a 5-string it doesn’t feel bulky or hard to manage.
If you want a versatile 5-string that can handle rehearsals, gigs, and everything in between, this one’s hard to beat.
Specs:
Body: North American Alder
Finish: Gloss Black
Neck: Hard Maple (C Shape)
Fingerboard: Ebony (Rolled Edges, Block Inlays)
Radius: 9.5"
Frets: 20 (Medium)
Scale Length: 34"
Nut Width: 1.811" (Bone)
Pickups: Marcus Super-J Revolution Single-Coils (Neck & Bridge)
