Description
The Sire V3-4 New Gen Bass in Antique White is a brilliantly versatile, modern J-style instrument designed in collaboration with Marcus Miller. With upgraded Alnico pickups, a simplified 2-band preamp and a more comfortable neck and body profile, it delivers expressive tones and an easy playing feel that suits beginners, gigging players and studio musicians alike.
This latest generation V3 keeps the classic look and familiar feel of a traditional jazz-style bass, while refining the details that matter most. The new active/passive electronics make it simple to dial in everything from tight, punchy funk to warm, rounded soul lines, and the Edgeless rolled fretboard edges help your fretting hand glide effortlessly up and down the neck. Finished in a classy Antique White with a tinted maple neck, it looks every bit as good as it sounds.
Under the hood, the V3-4 New Gen is built to be a reliable workhorse. The mahogany body offers a solid tonal foundation with plenty of warmth and sustain, while the Marcus Standard J-Revolution pickups and Sire Standard 2-band preamp give you a wide range of usable tones with intuitive controls. Whether you are locking in with a drummer on stage or tracking bass lines at home, this bass is ready to cover a huge range of styles with confidence.
Comfort has also been pushed to the forefront. The updated C-shape neck, 9.5 inch radius rosewood fingerboard and medium frets feel instantly familiar, while the rolled edges reduce fatigue during longer sessions. Combined with dependable hardware and a classic pickguard layout, the V3-4 New Gen is a smart choice if you want a serious instrument at a very accessible price point.
New Gen Neck and Body Comfort
The V3-4 New Gen features slightly refined neck and body profiles that make it more comfortable than ever. The C-shape Canadian hard maple neck with a tinted finish feels smooth in the hand, while the contoured body sits naturally against you whether you play seated or standing. This improved ergonomics package helps reduce fatigue, so you can focus on your playing for longer rehearsals and gigs.
Simplified 2-Band Active Preamp
Sire have introduced a new, streamlined 2-band preamp on the V3-4 New Gen, giving you quick, intuitive control over your sound. With dedicated treble and bass controls, it is easy to shape your tone on the fly without getting lost in complex EQ options. This makes the bass especially friendly for players who want powerful active tones but prefer a simple, stage-ready control layout.
Alnico Magnet Pickups for Expressive Tone
The Marcus Standard J-Revolution pickups now use Alnico magnets, delivering a warmer and more expressive sound. Expect a smooth top end, rich mids and a rounded low end that responds well to your touch and technique. From articulate fingerstyle to snappy slap, these pickups capture the nuances of your playing and sit beautifully in a mix.
Active/Passive Flexibility with Push/Pull Control
The updated control layout removes the coil tap switch and replaces it with a push/pull function on the bass control to switch between active and passive modes. This gives you the best of both worlds at your fingertips: the punch and clarity of an active circuit, or the organic, vintage character of a passive jazz-style bass. If your battery runs low mid-gig, you can simply pull the control and keep playing in passive mode.
Key Features
Refined New Gen Neck Profile – The updated C-shape Canadian hard maple neck with a tinted finish and 9.5 inch radius offers a comfortable, familiar feel that suits a wide range of hand sizes, helping you play more relaxed lines with less strain.
Simplified Sire Standard 2-Band Preamp – The new 2-band EQ keeps tone shaping straightforward, letting you quickly boost or cut bass and treble to adapt to different rooms, styles and rigs without overthinking your settings.
Marcus Standard J-Revolution Alnico Pickups – Upgraded Alnico magnet pickups provide a warm, musical response with plenty of cl…
