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Sire V7 Vintage Alder 5 New Gen 5-String Bass Guitar in Tobacco Sunburst
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The store is open 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday and 11am - 5pm Sunday and bank holidays.
The stock information shows the quantity of units that are available to purchase at the Guildford store and the quantity of units that are available at our off-site Guildford warehouse. These stock levels are updated in real time.
Our Click and Collect service is available at our Guildford store from 10am - 6pm Monday to Saturday, and 11am - 5pm on Sunday. You can either choose click and collect as your delivery option online or, during store opening hours, call our sales team at 01483 456777 to place a 10% deposit.
If you have placed your order online, you will receive a confirmation email of your order and a separate follow-up text or email to confirm when your item is ready for collection.
Please do not come to the store before you have received the follow-up message, as your order may not yet be ready at the store.
If the only available stock is in our off-site warehouse it can be brought to the store location for you to try - you just need to contact the store within opening hours. Please note any requests received after 3.30pm will not arrive at the store until the following morning.
Please be aware that, unless you have paid a deposit to reserve the item, it will continue to be free, both online and in-store, for another customer to buy. Therefore we would advise you to place a 10% deposit by either using the on-line click and collect service or calling us 01483 456777.
SKU: V7VA5TS
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Product Description
The Sire V7 Vintage Alder-5 New Gen in Tobacco Sunburst is a 5-string, 70s-inspired Jazz-style bass designed in collaboration with Marcus Miller. Built from North American alder with a maple neck and fingerboard, it delivers that classic, punchy vintage tone with modern playability, flexible active/passive electronics and Sire’s renowned Edgeless neck feel.
At the heart of the V7 Vintage New Gen are the Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups and Marcus Heritage-3 preamp, voiced to capture the rich, expressive sound of a great 70s bass. From tight, articulate fingerstyle to bright, snappy slap, this bass covers a huge tonal range while still feeling instantly familiar. The updated neck profile, rolled fretboard edges and refined hardware make it a joy to play on stage, in the studio or at home.
The New Gen update reflects years of feedback from players, refining Sire’s flagship V7 platform into an even more comfortable and versatile instrument. With upgraded controls, a slick active/passive mini toggle and a classic Tobacco Sunburst finish, this bass offers serious performance and style at a highly accessible price.
Vintage 70s Tone with Modern Clarity
The V7 Vintage New Gen is voiced to recreate the classic 70s Jazz bass sound favoured by Marcus Miller. The Marcus Vintage-J Revolution pickups use alnico magnets and vintage-correct construction to deliver a warm, plush tone with plenty of midrange character and top-end bite when you dig in. Whether you are chasing tight, defined low B lines or bright, percussive slap, the V7 responds with clarity and authority.
Comfortable New Gen Neck with Edgeless Design
Sire’s New Gen neck is built from hard maple with a comfortable C-shape profile and a 34 inch scale, giving a familiar feel that suits a wide range of players. The Edgeless rolled fretboard edges make the neck feel remarkably smooth in the hand, reducing fatigue during long sets and making position shifts effortless. Combined with the 7.25 inch radius and black block inlays, it offers a classic look with a modern, fast-playing feel.
Powerful Marcus Heritage-3 Preamp with Active/Passive Switching
The Marcus Heritage-3 preamp gives you studio-grade control directly from the bass. A dual concentric volume/tone, pickup blender and a three-band EQ with sweepable mid frequency let you fine-tune your sound for any genre or mix. When you want a more traditional response, the mini toggle switches the bass into passive mode, giving you instant access to classic Jazz-style tones without changing your playing setup.
Classic Alder and Maple Construction
North American alder has long been a favourite body wood for Jazz-style basses, thanks to its balanced, full-range response and strong low-mid presence. Paired with a hard maple neck and maple fingerboard, the V7 Vintage Alder-5 delivers a tight, focused low end with crisp attack and definition. The Tobacco Sunburst finish and 3-ply black pickguard complete the vintage-inspired aesthetic, making this bass look as good as it sounds.
Features
- Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Pickups - Alnico magnet pickups voiced for a warm, expressive 70s-style Jazz bass tone, offering rich lows, detailed mids and a clear top end that works equally well for fingerstyle, slap and pick playing.
- Marcus Heritage-3 Preamp with Active/Passive Mini Toggle - A flexible onboard preamp with volume/tone (dual pot), pickup blender and three-band EQ with sweepable mids, plus a mini toggle to switch between active and passive operation for maximum versatility.
- New Gen C-Shape Neck with Edgeless Fingerboard - Hard maple neck with a comfortable C profile and Edgeless rolled fretboard edges, providing a smooth, broken-in feel that enhances comfort and control across all five strings.
- North American Alder Body and Vintage-Style Hardware - Classic alder body paired with a Marcus Miller Vintage-S bridge and premium open-gear tuners, delivering reliable tuning stability, strong sustain and the familiar response of a traditional Jazz-type bass.
Specifications
Body
- Body Material: North American Alder
- Body Shape: New Marcus Miller Jazz Type
- Colour: Tobacco Sunburst
- Pickguard: 3 Ply Black/White/Black
Neck
- Neck Material: Hard Maple (Gloss Finish)
- Neck Shape: C-Shape
- Scale Length: 34"
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony, Edgeless (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
- Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
- Frets: Nickel
- String Nut: Natural Bone, 38 mm Width
- Binding: 1 Ply Black
- Inlay: Black Block
- Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Square Plate
Electronics
- Pickups: Marcus Vintage-J Revolution Set
- Preamp: Marcus Heritage-3 with Middle Frequency Control
- Controls: Volume/Tone (Dual Pot) | Pickup Blender | Treble | Middle/Middle Frequency (Dual Pot) | Bass
- Switching: Mini Toggle (Active/Passive)
- Knobs: Plastic Jazz Type in Black
Hardware
- Bridge: Marcus Miller Vintage-S
- Tuning Gear: Premium Open-Gear
- Hardware Finish: Chrome
