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The Return of a Swamp Ash Stunner





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Originally one of Sire’s most sought-after basses, the ash-bodied Marcus Miller V7 was discontinued in 2021 due to the sparsity of swamp ash. Thankfully, it was only a temporary setback, as the model now triumphantly returns as the Sire Marcus Miller V7 Reissue! Premium swamp ash with a striking poplar burl veneer forms the foundation of this 5-string, hosting a pair of Marcus Super-J Revolution single-coils and a Marcus Miller Heritage-3 preamp system, unleashing a clear, bright, and full-bodied array of J-style tones to explore. Bassists of all styles and backgrounds will surely benefit from the Marcus Miller V7 Reissue’s comfortable “C”-shaped neck, comprised of a hard maple neck and matching hard maple fingerboard. You also get a sustain-enhancing Marcus Heavymass II bridge and premium open-gear tuning machines. Ready to resume its role as a heavyweight J-style workhorse, the Marcus Miller V7 Reissue delivers big on effortless performance, sleek ’70s-inspired style, and sweeping tonal flexibility.





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A “reissue” of the classic Marcus Miller V7





When it comes to the bold and brilliant sound of ’70s J-style basses, swamp ash arguably reigns supreme for its bell-like highs and sharply defined lows. Unfortunately, quality swamp ash is getting harder and harder to source ? a fact that ultimately led to the original Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash’s discontinuation back in 2021. Luckily for bassists everywhere, Sire’s acquisition of a superb stash of swamp ash has led to the return of the V7 in the Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash Reissue, a true modern classic that Sweetwater’s Sire fanatics can only hope sticks around for the long haul!





Heritage-3 preamp system unlocks unlimited sonic potential





No matter what styles of music you play, you'll definitely appreciate the Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash Reissue's amazing tonal range. It's equipped with a Heritage-3 active/passive preamp system, allowing you to get as surgical with your tone as you like. Leave it in passive mode, and you'll have control over master volume and master tone, as well as a pickup blend control for dialing in the perfect balance of thump and bark. Engage active mode, and you're rewarded with three bands of EQ, with a sweepable midrange that makes it easy to cement your place in the mix.





Heavy-duty Marcus Heavymass II Bridge





While often overlooked, the bridge is a key component in getting the most out of your bass’ tone. Per Marcus’ own preferences, the bridge in this instrument has been upgraded to a robust Marcus Heavymass II bridge that drastically increases string-to-body vibration. How does that impact your tone? The Marcus Heavymass II bridge maximizes sustain, improves your note-to-note clarity, and adds just a bit more punch when thumping out your favorite lines.





Sire Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash Reissue Features:


Reissue model of Sire’s original Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash bass guitar


Lightweight swamp ash body delivers a bright, focused tone with ’70s-inspired style


Eye-catching poplar burl veneer


Hard maple neck in a classic “C” profile


9.5-inch hard maple fingerboard studded with 20 medium frets, then finished off with Sire’s Edgeless treatment for a smooth, sleek feel


Dual Marcus Super-J revolution pickups with ’70s spacing unleash an assault of ultra-articulate J-style growl


Heritage-3 preamp system offers exacting sonic control over your signal


Marcus Heavymass II enhances sustain and string-to-body resonance


Lock-tight premium open-gear tuners