M7 5st Fretless TBL 2nd Gen : Very nice fretless with plenty of tone options

4 years ago

Well-built nice looking fretless bass for a reasonable price.

Pros:

- Active/Passive electronics: no need to worry about running out of batteries. Although, I personally like active mode's tone a bit better, but they're both quite good.

- Nice ergonomics and reasonable design: never had any pains playing this bass whatsoever. Bridge has simple design and makes action/intonation adjustments a breeze. Easy to change strings and batteries too.

- Multiple modes for each pickup: single, parallel and in series. I personally like single mode in the neck and parallel in the bridge, then blend them 50/50-ish. Single mode adds a bit of clarity and parallel mode gives nice strong low end.

- Tuning stability is also good, but you might have to tighten machine heads' screws.

Cons:

- Truss rod adjustment is done at the head and access to it is obstructed with A string. Would've been perfect bass if not for this flaw.

Image Marcus Miller M7 5st Fretless TBL 2nd Gen

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Marcus Miller
  • Released in 2018
  • Average price : $835
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