Marcus Miller V1 Tide Pool

The Marcus Miller V1 is a four-string electric bass that combines the classic Jazz Bass design and Sire's philosophy, offering musicians a comfortable, straightforward, and affordable instrument. Its mahogany body pairs with a hard maple neck featuring a C profile and a Palisander fingerboard with Edgeless edges, providing a pleasant playing feel from the very first practice sessions.

Its two Sire Basic J pickups and fully passive electronics deliver the defined and versatile tones characteristic of this configuration. Thanks to independent volume controls for each pickup and the overall tone, it's easy to tailor its response to different styles without the need for complex electronics.

• Series: V Series
• Model: V1
• Number of strings: 4
• Body shape: Marcus Miller Jazz Shape
• Body: Mahogany
• Neck construction: Bolt-on neck with a four-screw steel plate
• Neck: Maple
• Neck profile: C
• Fingerboard: Palisander with Edgeless rounded edges
• Fingerboard radius: 241 mm (9.5")
• Scale length: 864 mm (34")
• Nut width: 38 mm
• Nut: Bone
• Number of frets: 22
• Fret size: Medium, 2.4 mm
• Inlays: Dots
• Bridge pickup: Sire Basic J
• Neck pickup: Sire Basic J
• Pickup configuration: JJ
• Electronics: Passive
• Controls: Neck pickup volume, bridge pickup volume, and master tone
• Bridge: Sire Basic Bass Bridge
• String spacing: 20 mm
• Tuning machines: Sire Basic Open Gear
• Pickguard: Black, three-ply
• Hardware: Chrome
• Finish: Tobacco Sunburst

V1 Series

The Marcus Miller V1 series is the entry point into Sire's V Series bass lineup. Designed for beginners, students, and educational institutions seeking a comfortable, reliable, and easy-to-use Jazz-style bass. It retains signature brand features, such as the Edgeless fingerboard with rounded edges, combined with simple passive electronics and construction focused on delivering excellent value for money.

Our Opinion

We would recommend the Marcus Miller V1 for someone starting out on bass who wants a comfortable and straightforward instrument but prefers to avoid overly limited entry-level models. Its traditional approach allows players to focus on learning, practicing, and developing good technique without dealing with too many controls.

It can also be a great option for students, music schools, or guitarists looking for a first bass to record and experiment with. Especially suited for those seeking a classic sound that is adaptable across various styles, all at a very competitive price point within the beginner range.