Sire Marcus Miller V1 4-String Electric Bass Guitar - Black

Classic J-Style Tone – The Sire Marcus Miller V1 4-String Bass Guitar in Black

The new Sire V1 offers a true entry-level J-style experience with familiar feel, classic tone, and dependable performance at an accessible price. Designed for beginners, students, and educational settings, it balances comfort-focused details with simple operation and cost-conscious construction, while being built in the same factory as Sire’s higher-tier models to ensure consistent quality and reliable craftsmanship.

Entry-Level J-Style Neck Platform

The V1 offers a classic 34" J-style platform with a comfortable C-shape maple neck, enhanced by Edgeless fretboard for improved comfort rarely found in entry-level instruments.

Passive J-Style Electronics

Configured with Sire Basic J pickups and a fully passive dual-volume, master-tone layout, the V1 delivers reliable, easy-to-use classic J-style tone ideal for beginners, students, and teaching environments.

Entry-Level J-Style Body

Built with cost-effective materials including a Mahogany body for warm tone, the V1 pairs dependable open-gear tuners, a basic bridge, chrome hardware, and multiple classic finishes to deliver reliable performance at an accessible price.

SPECIFICATIONS

Body

• Body Material: Mahogany
• Body Shape: Marcus Miller Jazz Shape
• Body Color: BK (Black)

Neck

• Neck Material: Hard Maple
• Neck Shape: C-Shape
• Scale: 34"
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood with Edgeless (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
• Frets: 2.4 mm Medium, 22 Frets
• String Nut: Bone Nut, 38mm Width
• Inlay: Dot
• Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Plate

Electronics

• Pickup: Sire Basic J Pickup set
• Preamp: Passive Volume and Tone Control
• Controls: Volume (Neck PU), Volume (Bridge PU), Tone (Master)
• Knobs: Plastic J Type Black

Hardware

• Bridge: Sire Basic Bass Bridge
• String Spacing: 20mm
• Tuning Gear: Sire Basic Open Gear
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
• Pick guard: BK 3ply

We are Musictoner Musictoner

Since 1958, Chuck Levin’s Musictoner has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.

Our team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.

Chuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.