Sire Marcus Miller 2nd Generation P7 Swamp Ash Bass, Natural

Manufacturer's Description

MARCUS HERITAGE-3 PREAMP
SIRE’s unique preamp system is a perfect example that represents our technology and philosophy that is integrated into our instruments. With multiple tone controls, players have total command to achieve the perfect tone they desire. The use of 18v batteries enables the player to attain unaltered natural sounds with strong and powerful outputs. With the 3-band EQ, players are able to carry out versatility in sounds that will be suited for all music sessions and performances.   All models are built with the option of both active and passive modes. Even in the passive mode, the volume, tone, and pickup balancer are fully functional, giving the players more control of the tone in any mode.

All models also come with swappable midrange control options that Marcus Miller advocates as a must-have option. The middle frequency control knob allows the players to set the sound frequency to anywhere between 80Hz~2,000Hz. This option will be very handy when trying to find the desired sound.

MARCUS SUPER-PJ REVOLUTION SET
Marcus Miller Super-PJ Revolution Pickup set is an upgraded pickup set that gives players that rich, powerful unique precision bass sound as well as the vintage jazz bass tone. In addition to the Fiber Bobbin and Alnico 5 magnets, this pick up is also made with US manufactured USA coil magnet wires.

ROLLED FRETBOARD EDGES
We have taken the overall playability to the next level with the ROLLED FRETBOARD EDGES. What only custom shops can achieve, is now available in the Sire 2nd Gen series. These rounded edges will give players a firmer and more natural grasp, compared to the typical fretboards. We were well aware of the difficulties we would face in our ambition to apply the rolled fretboard edges in a mass production factory. Together with the production team, we worked tirelessly to make this theory a reality. This was quite a challenge, almost an impossible mission. We tried making several adjustments to the production process and even introduced a new machine. Since our Sire basses also have bindings, this made it exceptionally challenging, way beyond our imaginations. But eventually, we found the answers and we are ecstatic to present the Rolled Fretboard Edges in all our 2nd Generation models.

MARCUS HEAVY MASS STANDARD BRIDGE
Marcus Miller SIRE P7 bass is equipped with the newly designed Marcus Heavy Mass Standard Bridge which was specially developed at the request of Marcus Miller. This bridge has characteristics of a vintage jazz bass but with heavy mass saddles, giving the bass a rich and punchy sound.  The new Marcus Heavy Mass Standard Bridge is a string-through-body bridge mechanism that allows a tighter, more accurate, and stable tone.

PRECISION BASS TYPE
The Precision Bass is one of the oldest jazz bass types with one of the oldest styles. This versatile bass features a vibrant and robust sound giving players a unique experience.

SWAMP ASH
Premium Swamp Ash tonewood is usually found in higher priced instruments. Swamp Ash tonewood is known to produce a well-balanced tone. It is highly resonant and offers a nice balance of pleasant highs, firm lows, and a slightly scooped midrange which is great for slap playing. The characteristics of this wood enables players to emulate Marcus Miller’s tone a step further.

MAPLE FINGERBOARD [Swamp ash body]
Maple fingerboards [Swamp ash body] delivers clear highs and sharpness in tone. The clear and clean sound of maple fingerboard is desired by many players.

Specifications

Body

• Material: Swamp Ash
• Shape: Sire Precision Bass Type
• Color: Natural
• Pickguard: Ivory Pearl

Neck (Satin finish)

• Material: 1 Piece Hard Maple
• Shape: C-Shape
• Scale: 34”
• Neck Joint: 4 Bolt Steel Square Plate

Fingerboard (Rolled Edges)

• Material: Hard Maple
• Radius: 9.5″
• Frets: 2.4 medium
• String Nut: Natural Bone 38mm width
• Binding: 1 ply Ivory
• Inlay: WH Pearloid Block

Electronics

• Pickups: Marcus Super-PJ Revolution Set
• Preamp: Marcus Heritage- 3 with Middle Frequency Control
• Controls: Volume / Tone (Dual Pot) | Pickup Blender | Treble | Middle / Middle Frequency (Dual Pot) | Bass, Mini Toggle (Active / Passive)
• knob: Modern Black Plastic

Hardware

• Bridge: Marcus Miller Heavy Mass Standard
• Tuning Gear: Sire Premium Open-Gear
• Hardware Finish: Chrome

Overall Condition

Music Store Live is proud to be an authorized dealer for Sire. This Marcus Miller 2nd Generation P7 is 100% brand new and is being sold with a full manufacturer's warranty. 

note: The photos above may not be of the exact bass you'll receive. The serial number may differ but specs will all be the same. Please feel free to get in touch with us for an in-hand description.

Our in-house guitar tech will inspect, test, set up, and clean all of our instruments on site prior to shipping. All of our instruments are guaranteed to be fully functional upon arrival.