【new】Sire / V8-4 TS 4.5kg #2N25370857【GIB Hyogo】

Sire gained instant fame as the brand releasing basses supervised by Marcus Miller.

The quality of their guitars and basses is exceptionally high, earning strong support even beyond Marcus's fanbase.

 

This model is an updated version of the V7, inspired by the Jazz Bass.

True to Marcus's style, it features an active circuit, finished with modern classic specifications.

 

The neck uses roasted maple with a satin finish.

This is also known as thermowood.

Thermowood, commercialized for musical instruments by Japan's Sago, was originally used as sauna construction material in Finland.

 

While valued as wood resistant to high temperatures and humidity, its usefulness for instruments is evident from its adoption by top manufacturers like Sadowsky and Suhr.

 

Apparently, a certain percentage of thermowood is discarded during processing.

It's likely that pieces prone to warping in the future are discarded at this stage.

 

Sonically, it gives the impression of a richly matured nuance.

 

The fingerboard uses roasted maple like the neck, but this surface is finished with a gloss coat.

The edges are smoothly rounded, aiming to enhance playability.

Most players will likely have positive impressions of this specification.

 

The body uses ash with a clean grain pattern.

 

The pickup placement mirrors the Fender 70's JB configuration.

This yields a uniquely tight and powerful sound.

 

Unlike the V7 series, it features the new “New Marcus Heavymass II Bridge”.

This proactive adoption of new specifications leaves a favorable impression.

 

Controls are plentiful: Volume, Tone, Balancer, Bass, Middle, Middle Frequency, Treble, and an Active/Passive switch.

While it may seem complex at first glance, it's logically organized for bassists.

 

Its signature sound is tight yet rich in harmonics, delivering powerful tone with a moderate sense of compression.

This model is ideal for those aiming for a Marcus-esque sound, but we also highly recommend it to anyone seeking a high-quality jazz bass.

 

As this is a long-term stock item, we are offering it at a special price.

It comes with a warranty equivalent to a new instrument, covering all aspects except cosmetic appearance.

 

 

●SPECS

 

BODY-

 

Body Material: Swamp Ash

Body Shape: New Marcus Miller Jazz Type

Body Color: NT, TS, WB

 

NECK-

 

Neck Material: Roasted Hard Maple (Satin Finish)

Neck Shape: C-Shape

Scale: 34""

Neck Joint: Four Bolt Steel Square Plate

Fingerboard: Roasted Hard Maple, Edgeless™ (Rolled Fretboard Edges)s

Fingerboard Radius: 9.5""

Frets: 2.4 Medium

String Nut: 4 String – Bone Nut 38mm width / 5 String – Bone Nut 46mm width

Neck Binding: 1 Ply Ivory

Inlay: White Pearloid Block

 

ELECTRONICS-

 

Pickups: Marcus Super J Revolution Set (with 70' pickup Spacing)

Preamp: Marcus Heritage-3 with Middle Frequency Control

Controls: Volume / Tone(Dual Pot) | Pickup Blender | Treble | Middle / Middle Frequency(Dual Pot) | Bass, Mini Toggle(Active / Passive)

 

HARDWARE-

 

Knobs: Plastic Jazz Type Black

Bridge: New Marcus Heavymass II Bridge

Tuning Gear: Premium Open-Gear

Hardware Finish: Chrome

Pick guard: Ivory Pearl

 

 

Our GIB craftsmen have adjusted it for optimal playability before delivery.

 

Included Accessories: Gig bag, warranty card, wrench, pickup fence

 

Text: Shunsuke Saga

Product Photos: Yamamoto

 

●Price includes VAT & Duties & Shipping Fee

Free Shipping Worldwide. All import duties and taxes are included in the price. There are no hidden fees upon delivery.

If you return a product, you will be responsible for all shipping and customs fees.

Note: All electronic devices, such as effect pedals and amplifiers, are set for use in Japan.

Please be sure to check the voltage and power specifications of your country before purchasing and using.

 

item will be packed with a hard cardboard box.

we do ship internationally.