Sire 4-String Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash Reissue Electric Bass Natural Satin Finish

The Sire Marcus Miller V7 Swamp Ash Reissue is a four-string electric bass that brings back the classic swamp ash version of Sire’s V7 platform. Finished in Natural Satin, it has a familiar J-style body with modern playing comforts and flexible electronics. Its Marcus Super-J Revolution pickups and Heritage-3 preamp provide a range of bass tones for musicians who need one instrument to cover several arrangements.

Swamp ash body in Natural Satin

Swamp ash gives the V7 Reissue its natural-grain appearance and responsive feel. The body follows Sire’s familiar J-style proportions, making it comfortable for players who prefer a traditional bass shape. The Natural Satin version highlights the wood without the additional decorative veneer used on some other finishes. Since wood grain varies naturally, the appearance of an individual bass may differ from promotional photographs.

Hard maple neck and Edgeless fingerboard

A hard maple C-shaped neck joins a matching maple fingerboard with Sire’s Edgeless rolled edges. These rounded edges make the neck more comfortable during extended practice and can help players move smoothly between positions. A 34-inch scale, 20 medium frets and traditional block markers complete the familiar long-scale playing layout.

Super-J Revolution pickups and active/passive control

Two Marcus Super-J Revolution pickups give the bass a focused, articulate response. The pickup balance control lets you mix neck and bridge tones. In active mode, the Marcus Heritage-3 preamp provides Bass, Middle and Treble control, including an adjustable middle-frequency setting, so you can refine clarity and low-end weight for different playing situations. A passive switch bypasses the active EQ, leaving the Volume, Tone and pickup balance controls available.

Practical hardware and setup

The Marcus Heavymass II bridge supports stable adjustment and tuning, while standard open-gear tuners maintain the familiar bass-guitar feel. The 34-inch scale works with a broad selection of conventional four-string bass sets. To maintain a clear amplified sound, begin with balanced pickup and EQ settings before boosting bass frequencies. A compatible case or bag should be confirmed separately if needed.

Who should choose the V7 Ash Reissue?

This Sire is a good option for players who prefer the familiar J-style platform but want detailed active EQ and a passive fallback. Barbad Musical Instruments can help with suitable amplifiers, strings and UAE delivery.