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Sire Marcus Miller V6 4-string Left-handed Electric Bass Guitar

Sire Marcus Miller V6 4-string Left-handed Electric Bass Guitar

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$599.00at Sweetwater, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Sire Marcus Miller V6 4-string Left-handed Electric Bass Guitar

The Sire Marcus Miller V6 is a left-handed 4-string jazz-style bass with a solid ash body, maple neck and maple fingerboard, built to Marcus Miller's spec at a budget price. It pairs two single-coil pickups with Sire's active preamp, a bone nut and a 34-inch scale, so it covers classic jazz bass tones plus boosted modern ones. The V6 sits below Sire's V7 and V10 models in wood and hardware, and it is one of the few genuinely left-handed active basses at this price. Its latest best price is $549 at Thomann as of November 3.

Best forLeft-handed players who want an active jazz bass without paying a premiumBeginners and intermediate players upgrading from a starter bassCover-band and session players who need slap and fingerstyle tonesPlayers who prefer a slim 38 mm nut and maple-board brightness
Pros
  • Left-handed build with no right-hand compromise in specs
  • Active 2-band preamp plus passive option for flexible tone
  • Solid ash body and bone nut are unusual at this price
  • Slim 38 mm nut suits small hands and fast playing
  • 34-inch scale keeps string tension and feel familiar
  • DR strings fitted from the factory
Cons
  • Heavy at about 5.2 kg, which wears on long sets
  • Maple fingerboard and ash body give a bright, sometimes harsh edge
  • Active preamp adds a battery to manage and a cavity to maintain
  • Left-handed finish and color choices are limited
  • Below the V7 and V10 in pickups and hardware, so it is the entry point of the line

Sire Marcus Miller V6 4-string Left-handed Electric Bass Guitar prices at every store

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Sire Marcus Miller V6 4-string Left-handed Electric Bass Guitar price history

Lowest price we've seen: $599.00 on Nov 2 at Sweetwater. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 2.

What reviewers say

Owner feedback on the Sire V-series is generally strong on value, with players praising the neck feel and active tone for the money. Left-handed versions get extra credit simply for existing. Common gripes are weight and the preamp's noise floor at high boost.

Pros
  • Neck profile and slim nut feel comfortable and fast
  • Active preamp gives usable slap and modern tones
  • Build quality exceeds expectations for the price
Cons
  • Body weight is noticeable on long gigs
  • Preamp can hiss when treble and bass are pushed
  • Setup out of the box sometimes needs adjustment

Specifications

Instrument Type
Bass Guitar
Sub Type
Electric
Nut Width
38 mm
Nut Material
Bone
Body Type
Electric Bass Guitar
Back Material
Mahogany
Body Material
Solid Ash
Top Material
Solid Ash
Body Color
Ocean Turquoise Blue, Black
Body Construction
Solid Body
Body Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Body Shape
Marcus Miller Jazz Shape
Body Finish
Satin
Body Semi-Hollow
No
Pickup Configuration
Single coils, Two single coils
Tone Woods
Maple
Number Of Strings
4
String Manufacturer
DR
Scale Length
864 mm (34")
Body Depth
109.2 CM
Overall Length
109.2 CM
Weight
5.201 kg
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard Material
Maple

Questions and answers

Is the Sire V6 worth it over a cheaper starter bass?
Yes, if you want an active jazz bass with a bone nut and ash body. The V6 gives you gig-ready hardware and a preamp that starter basses usually lack, so it delays the next upgrade.
How does the V6 compare with the Sire V7?
The V7 adds a different pickup set and higher-grade hardware, and it costs more. The V6 is the entry model with the same jazz shape and active preamp, so choose the V7 only if you want the upgraded electronics.
Does it need a battery?
Yes. The active preamp runs on a 9V battery, and you should unplug the cable when not playing to save it. It can run in passive mode if the battery dies.
Is the 38 mm nut width good for small hands?
Yes. A 38 mm nut is narrow for a bass and makes chords and upper-register playing easier. Players used to wider 42 mm necks may need an adjustment period.
What comes in the box?
You get the bass with DR strings fitted and a battery for the preamp. A gig bag and cable are not included, so budget for those separately.
When is it cheapest?
It was $549 at Thomann as of November 3. Left-handed basses rarely discount deeply, so watch for holiday sales and bundle offers rather than expecting large cuts.