Cool sounds very nice as expected. Can’t wait to see reviews of the other models. Also would love to see you review the new budget Markbass stuff. The yellow jazz bass looks cute and from what I heard in the shop is good value for money
love the new controls on this one, thanks for the great review! IMHO Sire's PJ basses are the most flexible, & their most unique offering that really stand out as Fender doesn't really have a "typical" PJ. Routing a set of premium strings through the rear ferrules really brings out the best in them.
I also miss the claw rating, **but** to be fair the reviews have always been so well done that I could accurately guess what the rating would be. every. single. time.
Damn! It’s like Sire was reading my mind. I’ve always liked the aesthetic of the U5 but I was never interested in a short scale. Now they’ve got my attention!
Very interesting; thanks for recording/posting this. I've been hoping for a while that Sire would offer a wider selection of instruments with more than 20 frets, and this one sounds pretty good. It would be interesting to find out how that "feisty" treble sounds in a mix with other instruments.
Nice open P tone! The preamp seems hot and modern; a double edged sword. Passive tone would be cool for older tones. Very pretty instrument. That super bright slap tone sounds very expensive like a kubicki or something. Pretty good
hello dear lobster, this is France, always an excellent video, nice presentation of the Sire U7, pretty bass with a quality/price ratio very well received by Sire. I hope to see a demo of Sire Z3 soon and why not a confrontation with a STERLING BY MUSIC MAN.
Haven’t visited your channel for a while - and initially had the impression that something’s different. And then I suddenly realised you have a new pair of glasses. Congratulations! They’re looking great! (Great review, btw, too.)
I’m so glad you’re back! Claw, no claw, whatever, you’re back! Have you ever played the Sire Z series basses? I’m wondering what your thoughts are on those compared to other “budget stingray styled” basses.
I'm sad the U-series is no longer exclusively short scale. I was hoping for something like the U5 but with a rosewood fretboard. Edit: the Poly Blue Octave is a great pedal, I got a little remote footswitch to turn the fuzz on and off without having to press that tiny button all the time.
I still like the sound of the Yamaha BB 434 PJ better, but this U7 definetly is not something to be ashamed of anyway. I think this goes head-to-head with the Fender Aerodyne in the sound department. Regarding the active controls, it can be a plus or an issue, it assumes the player has a nice sense of the sound frequencies - something not every bass player has well developed yet. It will only be a plus if the owner has developed this notion well and pull nice tones from it. Overall who buys a U7 will be happy I guess. Another great review as always by one of my favorite bass reviewers. Please review the Yamaha TRBX174 for us PJ bass cats when you have the chance - that will be appreciated a lot. Thanks!
Been bass shopping recently and happy to find a review from my favorite bass channel, only it’s been a bit since I checked in and I’m noticing something a little different. You look gorgeous and happy, I’m so ecstatic for you! From one lady bassist to another, keep rocking! 🏳️⚧️🤘
Such a pretty and high-quality instrument - and a great value for money. All Sire necks and frets I've seen seem to be awesome. The J pickup sounds *really* nice to my ears. I'm not quite as excited about the P, but it might be the brand-new strings. I definitely want to hear the P with flatwounds. Thank you for the great video, Lobster!
That’s a sweet lookin’ bass. Sounds pretty sweet too! I wish I needed a pj so I’d have an excuse to buy it. Thanks, Lobster. Still eagerly anticipating your G5 review!
Beautiful bass! Just revisited your review on the U5. Then when I saw U7, "oh it's another short scale bouncing off the U5:) Such a cool color too. But even though it's a 34 scale version of the U5 short scale it's a great instrument. Another excellent review as usual!
I was really looking forward to hearing a review of this bass from you. On paper I had high hopes that it was really something "unique" from Sire..and it is!!! Even the headstock, so ugly from Sire, here looks nice. Great 🦞😍
Dogs and bass are the best things I know. So darn cute, he just wants to cuddle with his favorite person. This bass sounded like one of the most versatile Sires I've heard- I love both this and the mint or surf green metallic. I'f it's not a anchor i may try this one instead of the Yamaha 434 pj. Liked your playing at the end with the somewhat ambient sounds. Peaceful.
Oh lobster lobster give bass one more chance 🎶🎶 I couldn't help myself 😁 Thanks for the review. Ive been looking for a a pj bass for a while and I'm definitely getting one of these. ❤
Really appreciate your videos as it has helped me tremendously in my purchase decisions. Much love Also, congrats on the transition. Girl purr slayy burn the house down 4+4 💅💅
Yeaaa i have a fender aerodyne cherry made in japan and it is awesome. Dont now why fender has stopped its manofacturing. Very good the upgraee of the channel. Not too bad, as you used to say after first sound test😉. Sire basses looks impressive
On 3 seperate occasions, I ordered a Sire U5. Each time I waited few months and they never came in. I really liked to way the bass sounded in this video.
Very impressive for a brand to release multiple products and still deliver ( apparently ) a solid offer for each. We're spoiled in the sub 1000 market. Btw, do you plan to make an " every " budget bass recommendation video by the end of this year? The prices and the offers have changed quite a bit this year, this would be si helpful 😊 cheers and thank you for the review!
That bass is so sick. SIRE is the new USA Peavey in my opinion. You get the maximum payout with the least investment, simply incredible. SIRE knows basses, and as far as their guitars go like the Larry Carlton models I'd love to know if they are also as well loved.
Great review Lobster, I've been waiting for this. I'm a sucker for the Aerodyne styling, I recently got an older MIJ PJ jazz. Re: modding; I like the idea of the black one with all black hardware and the Frank Bello EMG's with red covers.
Those U7 were not in my radar, but you really made me change my mind. This bass is sick. I am usually not a big fan of PJ as the J pickup is often way too bright but this one sound great by itself. But that will be a purchase for later, they are still backorder in Canada, like the Z3/Z7.
Well first when you just talked about it wasn't something special until you pluged it in and the cahnge came real good sound with a pick and also the slap sound was just superior the dog your effects just make this show better +magic in the air love you 😊❤
To the very few macho Camacho keyboard warriors out there. I bet it feels nice to have a life hiding behind the so called anonymity of the internet. I am glad to see that you have a purpose in life that helps you get up in the mornings. In case you didn't realize this is a video review for a musical instrument and the comment section is for opinions about the review not about a person you (and almost all of us watching) know NOTHING about or should care and their personal life. Assuming you are males someone here has the biggest kahunas and it ain't you. Go bake a cake or create content putting yourself out there and lets see how much of true warrior you are. After you do so please pin the link to your content in this section so we can all admire your creativity cause what you are showcasing here is NOT cutting it...
Thats a nice bass Lobster! I like the more minimalist look, sounds good too!😊 Sometimes i think the lack of a pickguard frees up the sound and sustain a bit. It would be nice as a fretless one.
Hi there Excellent video and the bass seems very nice with a great sound and noiseless pickups This bass is similar and very close to my fender precision lyte from 1986 active made in japan I used it for more then 700 gigs and concerts from 1994 to 2009 Today hopefully Sire will release the U7 5 strings Thanks for Sharing S.V
Despite the spicy preamp, it sounds pretty good...and I don't usually like PJ configured basses. Looks fantastic and I surprisingly want one. I'd switch the preamp though, to maybe a Sadowsky or Underhill Paradactyl. Stellar review. I knew nothing about this Sire model(everyone else is Z3/7 crazy and I don't blame them at all) and you sold me on it.
Fair play to Sire, they've made it really easy to upgrade. There are so many preamp options you could just drop in and it looks like the cavity has oodles of room too.
Hey Lobster! Fun video, however the J pickup in the 60's spot gave it a Stingray vibe; But, Stingrays have really useful treble! For the money it's a cool choice.
Hey 🦞another top notch review. I tried one of these, did think it was a tad heavy . Think the pickups are a tad bright, but as you say could be a good mod platform. perhaps the Sadowsky pre amp would work well in this. Maybe some vintage sounding pickups too, but its a modern instrument ,so would you want vintage pickups Look forward to see what you may do with this. all the best ,Stu
The relevance of a sharp upper body edge depends on your build. My sleeve length is 37”. My upper arm juts out so far when I’m playing, that the inside of my forearm has never touched that part of a Fender style bass- and it never will, seated or standing!
Great review as always! I just ordered a 5-string rose gold z3 and can’t wait for your review on that! Maybe we’ll get some potential PUP and preamp mods that’ll enhance that stingray sound? 😜 🙏🏼
Hi I bought my sire u7 last week. I left it to modify the nut and put thicker strings on it (130...). I tried it after the modification and it seemed to me that the "A" string did not sound at the same level as the others on the "J" pickup. They told me that it couldn't be. That either all the poles work or none of them. I decided to try it at home. At home I still notice and measure it. More than 6dbs difference. With my band, at high amplification volume, it is even more noticeable. Yesterday I did one last test. With the allen key from the kit I tried giving small touches where the poles are supposed to be. On the "G" and "A" strings, it seems that the magnet on the bottom is not mounted (or plugged in). The difference between down picking and uppicking is very noticeable Have you noticed the same on your bass? Could you check it? If it is a design flaw it would be a great video for you Best regards and thank you very much
It's a split coil pickup, it sounds like half of it isn't working on yours. Take a look at the control cavity on the j pickup wire and contact sire if necessary
Yesterday I took the bass in for a check-up. They answered me this: "We have checked the bass and the active bridge pickup has a problem with the magnets not being positioned correctly internally. We are talking to Marcus Miller to give you a solution as soon as possible." I have to wait to see what they tell me. Thanks for your answer. Keep up the good work.
No no no, your review of the U5 convinced me to get one a while back and I love it but I've been thinking of getting one of these for a while since they were announced.... and now thanks to you I'm gonna be broke! On a serious note would the same Gotoh upgrade fit on this too or isn't it really necessary? Great reviews btw!
Are you using an expression pedal with the Microcosm to get those long swelly bits come in? it sounds incredible also, your playing in your new videos is so free and so lovely. really great vibes.
Well; Sire scores on this one. Like the block inlays on the neck. I wish they have a short scale 5 string; rosewood fingerboard, more finishes, and a passive tone like you mentioned. Other than that; great bass! 😌🎶🎸👍🏾
Technically the neck sits a bit more inward because it's longer at 22 frets vs a standard jazz. The reach is the same though when played on a strap as the upper horn area is the same. The lower horn was pushed back slightly for upper fret access I think
Have you seen the green or black versions? I wonder which colour did you liked the most. I can see the appeal of the glossy sparkly instrument on the stage. Thanks as usual for the detailed review, Lobster!
Sire always makes me desire the low end fire but my money clip stuck in the mire but I'm no crier so I'll wait until BAS is dire and higher until I become a buyer~~~ Good to see you and thankee for the review.
I really like the features and the black U7 looks killer with the pearloid inlays, but the lack of a tummy cut and a forearm contour make this a no-go for me.
Hey if you get an opportunity to to see if the humbucker in the Z series basses is wired in series or parallel I'd love to see that. The sound samples I've herd make me think parallel. Very excited for the upcoming content 🎉
Hi Nice review. I'm glad you enjoyed it. As I said, I've been looking forward to it ever since I saw it was coming out. I have a sire m3 and I was thinking of buying the sire m5, partly thanks to your tests. I know the m5 is more versatile, but if you were only going to play rock or metal, would you choose one of them clearly or would you have doubts? Thanks and a big hello from Bilbao (If something sounds strange to you it will be because my English teacher is google translator)
omg I just looked it up YES SIRE IS RELEASING A GODIN BASS!!!! Sire Marcus Miller GB5 FL 5-String An Ideal Choice for Fretless Smooth Jazz Enthusiasts This model is designed for an acoustic sound. It aims to reproduce the rich resonance and upright bass tones from chambered bodies. It's an excellent choice for those pursuing unplugged or smooth jazz music, made fretless allowing players to work their notes around the board more freely. Body Material: Mahogany with Solid Spruce Top Body Shape: Marcus Acoustic Bass Shape Body Color: NT (Natural), BK (Black) Neck Material: Mahogany 3-pc Neck Shape: C-Shape Scale: 34" Neck Joint: Four Bolt Bushing Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Edgeless™ (Rolled Fretboard Edges) Fingerboard Radius: 12" String: D'Addario Flatwound String String Nut: Bone Nut, 46mm Width Inlay: White Pearloid Dot
Hi 🦞 more I listen the more I like it. Out of curiosity, what does yours weigh? I tried one and was a little heavy. More than the Z7 I have If if could get one about 8.5lbs or under would be great. All the best my friend. Stu
Until you started playing it, I may not have given it a chance. The body shape is great, but I'd like to try it in person before giving it a rating of the claw variety.
What are your thoughts on the Sire pre amp frequencies? If it's like the other Sire pre amps (and it sounds like it is), the bass frequency is set at 20hz, the end of human hearing, and the treble frequency is set at 10k, which is at or above the frequency that many bass amps can produce. These frequencies are so extreme that boosting either frequency gets unusable fast. Boosting bass will easily overload your amp, or if you're playing into a computer, just not be heard at all. Meanwhile boosting the treble control will quickly give you a tingly feeling in your teeth. On the other hand, extreme frequencies are great for cutting, and you basically have a HPF/LPF built into your bass.
The 10k treble is pretty common for most other preamps, but 20k is def low. I am not sure if this one targets those, the treble def sounds like it but the bass control was very usable. I may do an EMG mod here as their two band has selectable EQ curves on the PCB, may explore those in more detail as I haven't before.
Something about this bass absolutely kills it for fingerstyle funk. The other playing styles sounded thin. Can't wait for their "Fodera" to come out, seems it keeps getting delayed...
If Sire needs to update anything, it's the MARCUS MILLER logo in the most default font possible. Feels like no effort was put into its design. They easily could stylize the font with something a little more fitting other than what looks like default Arial font :( Had to cover that logo on my V5 with a sticker because it is just so ugly. I hate having to cover MM's name, but it just looks horrible
Knobs approved.
...as is with most Chelsea FC supporters.
"You're all knobs, so just come in & do what you have to do."
P.S. Not Jonny...
Being a devaststingly good looking bass player, he's definately not a Chelsea fan.
With the pic, it sounded amazing (it sounded good with your fingers).... Thanks for the straight forward, honest review with no editing.... You ROCK.
Cool sounds very nice as expected. Can’t wait to see reviews of the other models.
Also would love to see you review the new budget Markbass stuff. The yellow jazz bass looks cute and from what I heard in the shop is good value for money
I'd also like for Lobster to check out the yellow Markbass basses!
love the new controls on this one, thanks for the great review!
IMHO Sire's PJ basses are the most flexible, & their most unique offering that really stand out as Fender doesn't really have a "typical" PJ.
Routing a set of premium strings through the rear ferrules really brings out the best in them.
Where the PHRUKKK is the lobster hand??!!??!?!!!??
;)
@@LowEndLobsterYeah, we demand the claw!!!
People are forgetting to pinch the like button and I won’t stand for it!
You CAN’T be Low End Lobster WITHOUT THE LOBSTER!!!!
CATS ARE NOT LOBSTERS!
I’ve been waiting for this video for an embarrassingly long time lol 😅
I miss the claw rating at the end!
The law of impermanence is a bitch. The upside is that it applies to bad stuff too. ;)
I also miss the claw rating, **but** to be fair the reviews have always been so well done that I could accurately guess what the rating would be. every. single. time.
Maybe save the claw rating for head-to-head comparisons or before-and-after mods. The rating more so than the physical claw.
We ALLLL do 😢
@@ArchieOnEarth That's a good point, the rating doesn't have to be coupled to the physical claw. :)
Damn! It’s like Sire was reading my mind. I’ve always liked the aesthetic of the U5 but I was never interested in a short scale. Now they’ve got my attention!
Pet sitting a dog and he went right down for a nap with all of the ambient vibes. That is a compliment in the highest regard.
Lobster, you're having too much fun! Seriously though, good to see you happy and doing well.
Very interesting; thanks for recording/posting this. I've been hoping for a while that Sire would offer a wider selection of instruments with more than 20 frets, and this one sounds pretty good.
It would be interesting to find out how that "feisty" treble sounds in a mix with other instruments.
20:40 that little portrait of tracy was a neat touch hahah
always great reviews
first rewiev on this bass i see on youtube. Thank you
Everyone else dropped the z3 and z7 reviews, U7 is bae
Thanks Lob! I have been waiting for a good review on these...a P/J with a matching headstock and no pickguard is everything I love!
Great review, and while the new glasses were unexpected, they suit you very well!
Nice open P tone! The preamp seems hot and modern; a double edged sword. Passive tone would be cool for older tones. Very pretty instrument.
That super bright slap tone sounds very expensive like a kubicki or something. Pretty good
...totally likeable lecture and very helpful - great and I'm looking forward to the next performance! 🙂
Glad to see you're back in action, Lobster! looking forward to more from you in the future. Cheers from Berlin!
hello dear lobster, this is France, always an excellent video, nice presentation of the Sire U7, pretty bass with a quality/price ratio very well received by Sire. I hope to see a demo of Sire Z3 soon and why not a confrontation with a STERLING BY MUSIC MAN.
Haven’t visited your channel for a while - and initially had the impression that something’s different. And then I suddenly realised you have a new pair of glasses. Congratulations! They’re looking great!
(Great review, btw, too.)
Thank you friend!
Great review Lobster glad to see you still got the chops, I would love to see you review the Sire F10 single cutaway , thanks
I’m so glad you’re back! Claw, no claw, whatever, you’re back!
Have you ever played the Sire Z series basses? I’m wondering what your thoughts are on those compared to other “budget stingray styled” basses.
Z3 is coming up next ;)
Wow, I had no idea!
Cool bass!!
I wish you all the best Lobster!!👍🏻
I'm sad the U-series is no longer exclusively short scale. I was hoping for something like the U5 but with a rosewood fretboard.
Edit: the Poly Blue Octave is a great pedal, I got a little remote footswitch to turn the fuzz on and off without having to press that tiny button all the time.
I still like the sound of the Yamaha BB 434 PJ better, but this U7 definetly is not something to be ashamed of anyway. I think this goes head-to-head with the Fender Aerodyne in the sound department. Regarding the active controls, it can be a plus or an issue, it assumes the player has a nice sense of the sound frequencies - something not every bass player has well developed yet. It will only be a plus if the owner has developed this notion well and pull nice tones from it. Overall who buys a U7 will be happy I guess. Another great review as always by one of my favorite bass reviewers. Please review the Yamaha TRBX174 for us PJ bass cats when you have the chance - that will be appreciated a lot. Thanks!
Been bass shopping recently and happy to find a review from my favorite bass channel, only it’s been a bit since I checked in and I’m noticing something a little different. You look gorgeous and happy, I’m so ecstatic for you! From one lady bassist to another, keep rocking! 🏳️⚧️🤘
Thank you :)
Honestly one of the better sounding shortscale basses I've ever heard!
Tis a full scale
@@LowEndLobster hmmmmm I expected it to be shortscale because of the fact the U5 is shortscale
Such a pretty and high-quality instrument - and a great value for money. All Sire necks and frets I've seen seem to be awesome.
The J pickup sounds *really* nice to my ears. I'm not quite as excited about the P, but it might be the brand-new strings. I definitely want to hear the P with flatwounds.
Thank you for the great video, Lobster!
That’s a sweet lookin’ bass. Sounds pretty sweet too! I wish I needed a pj so I’d have an excuse to buy it. Thanks, Lobster. Still eagerly anticipating your G5 review!
Beautiful bass! Just revisited your review on the U5. Then when I saw U7, "oh it's another short scale bouncing off the U5:) Such a cool color too. But even though it's a 34 scale version of the U5 short scale it's a great instrument. Another excellent review as usual!
First class video - excellent review and I love to watch and listen to you play bass - would like to see more performance from you besides the review!
Great review as always nothing misses, you give all informations thanks a lot ❤❤
I was really looking forward to hearing a review of this bass from you.
On paper I had high hopes that it was really something "unique" from Sire..and it is!!!
Even the headstock, so ugly from Sire, here looks nice.
Great 🦞😍
Dogs and bass are the best things I know. So darn cute, he just wants to cuddle with his favorite person. This bass sounded like one of the most versatile Sires I've heard- I love both this and the mint or surf green metallic. I'f it's not a anchor i may try this one instead of the Yamaha 434 pj. Liked your playing at the end with the somewhat ambient sounds. Peaceful.
It sounds way better that any other PJ I have heard. That J pickup in the 60s position seems to be the way to go.
Awesome Bass! Thank you for the review!
Oh lobster lobster give bass one more chance 🎶🎶
I couldn't help myself 😁
Thanks for the review. Ive been looking for a a pj bass for a while and I'm definitely getting one of these. ❤
Really appreciate your videos as it has helped me tremendously in my purchase decisions. Much love
Also, congrats on the transition. Girl purr slayy burn the house down 4+4 💅💅
Yeaaa i have a fender aerodyne cherry made in japan and it is awesome. Dont now why fender has stopped its manofacturing. Very good the upgraee of the channel. Not too bad, as you used to say after first sound test😉. Sire basses looks impressive
On 3 seperate occasions, I ordered a Sire U5. Each time I waited few months and they never came in. I really liked to way the bass sounded in this video.
Nice set, Lobbo.
LOVE the new look.
Prolm: short scale makes my shoulders hurt after a short time.
Please do a show on the Z3 and Z7. My z3 is a marvel.
Thank you! I plan on it soon :)
Okay. Tell the truth.
The beard... it was fake, right?
Elmers glue and cat hair
Very impressive for a brand to release multiple products and still deliver ( apparently ) a solid offer for each.
We're spoiled in the sub 1000 market. Btw, do you plan to make an " every " budget bass recommendation video by the end of this year? The prices and the offers have changed quite a bit this year, this would be si helpful 😊 cheers and thank you for the review!
That bass is so sick. SIRE is the new USA Peavey in my opinion. You get the maximum payout with the least investment, simply incredible. SIRE knows basses, and as far as their guitars go like the Larry Carlton models I'd love to know if they are also as well loved.
Great review Lobster, I've been waiting for this. I'm a sucker for the Aerodyne styling, I recently got an older MIJ PJ jazz. Re: modding; I like the idea of the black one with all black hardware and the Frank Bello EMG's with red covers.
Those U7 were not in my radar, but you really made me change my mind. This bass is sick. I am usually not a big fan of PJ as the J pickup is often way too bright but this one sound great by itself.
But that will be a purchase for later, they are still backorder in Canada, like the Z3/Z7.
I'm checking the comments for Johnny's response 😂 Great vid as always.
Hey, I don’t want to look like a nob, okay?
Don Jon of the Knob Mob
@@LowEndLobster I was actually thinking of re-branding to Don Jibble
Well first when you just talked about it wasn't something special until you pluged it in and the cahnge came real good sound with a pick and also the slap sound was just superior the dog your effects just make this show better +magic in the air love you 😊❤
To the very few macho Camacho keyboard warriors out there. I bet it feels nice to have a life hiding behind the so called anonymity of the internet. I am glad to see that you have a purpose in life that helps you get up in the mornings. In case you didn't realize this is a video review for a musical instrument and the comment section is for opinions about the review not about a person you (and almost all of us watching) know NOTHING about or should care and their personal life. Assuming you are males someone here has the biggest kahunas and it ain't you. Go bake a cake or create content putting yourself out there and lets see how much of true warrior you are. After you do so please pin the link to your content in this section so we can all admire your creativity cause what you are showcasing here is NOT cutting it...
Thats a nice bass Lobster! I like the more minimalist look, sounds good too!😊
Sometimes i think the lack of a pickguard frees up the sound and sustain a bit.
It would be nice as a fretless one.
Hi there
Excellent video and the bass seems very nice with a great sound and noiseless pickups
This bass is similar and very close to my fender precision lyte from 1986 active made in japan
I used it for more then 700 gigs and concerts from 1994 to 2009
Today hopefully Sire will release the U7 5 strings
Thanks for Sharing
S.V
Killer bass! Sounds and looks great
I feel like the U7s were overshadowed by the Zs but Sireodyne is a really good idea, might have to get one.
Despite the spicy preamp, it sounds pretty good...and I don't usually like PJ configured basses. Looks fantastic and I surprisingly want one. I'd switch the preamp though, to maybe a Sadowsky or Underhill Paradactyl.
Stellar review. I knew nothing about this Sire model(everyone else is Z3/7 crazy and I don't blame them at all) and you sold me on it.
Fair play to Sire, they've made it really easy to upgrade. There are so many preamp options you could just drop in and it looks like the cavity has oodles of room too.
Really? What dont you like about pjs?
@@Uglygoatmf I just never liked the sound of them together, but I think the 60s placement of the bridge pickup makes a difference with this one.
I really need to purchase a Sire at some point! An enjoyable review!
Hey Lobster! Fun video, however the J pickup in the 60's spot gave it a Stingray vibe; But, Stingrays have really useful treble! For the money it's a cool choice.
Omg that bass looks and sounds soooo beautiful!!! 😻😻🙀 🙀✨✨ I hope they'll make a 5-string version TwT
Hey 🦞another top notch review. I tried one of these, did think it was a tad heavy . Think the pickups are a tad bright, but as you say could be a good mod platform. perhaps the Sadowsky pre amp would work well in this.
Maybe some vintage sounding pickups too, but its a modern instrument ,so would you want vintage pickups
Look forward to see what you may do with this. all the best ,Stu
ooooo i love the look of this! thanks for the video as always lobster!
A very nice sounding bass.
The relevance of a sharp upper body edge depends on your build. My sleeve length is 37”. My upper arm juts out so far when I’m playing, that the inside of my forearm has never touched that part of a Fender style bass- and it never will, seated or standing!
Great review....thanks so much!
Great review as always! I just ordered a 5-string rose gold z3 and can’t wait for your review on that! Maybe we’ll get some potential PUP and preamp mods that’ll enhance that stingray sound? 😜 🙏🏼
hi, nice and complete analisys as always. everything is awsome, your tecnique, the bass. But i would like to know: what strings? thank you in advance
Different host?
Do you prefer the U7 to the P7 in terms of sound?
Different beasts. This one feels a bit more modern. I appreciate the added range and simple preamp on the U7 though
Hi
I bought my sire u7 last week. I left it to modify the nut and put thicker strings on it (130...). I tried it after the modification and it seemed to me that the "A" string did not sound at the same level as the others on the "J" pickup. They told me that it couldn't be. That either all the poles work or none of them. I decided to try it at home.
At home I still notice and measure it. More than 6dbs difference. With my band, at high amplification volume, it is even more noticeable.
Yesterday I did one last test. With the allen key from the kit I tried giving small touches where the poles are supposed to be. On the "G" and "A" strings, it seems that the magnet on the bottom is not mounted (or plugged in). The difference between down picking and uppicking is very noticeable
Have you noticed the same on your bass? Could you check it? If it is a design flaw it would be a great video for you
Best regards and thank you very much
It's a split coil pickup, it sounds like half of it isn't working on yours. Take a look at the control cavity on the j pickup wire and contact sire if necessary
Yesterday I took the bass in for a check-up. They answered me this:
"We have checked the bass and the active bridge pickup has a problem with the magnets not being positioned correctly internally. We are talking to Marcus Miller to give you a solution as soon as possible."
I have to wait to see what they tell me.
Thanks for your answer. Keep up the good work.
No no no, your review of the U5 convinced me to get one a while back and I love it but I've been thinking of getting one of these for a while since they were announced.... and now thanks to you I'm gonna be broke! On a serious note would the same Gotoh upgrade fit on this too or isn't it really necessary? Great reviews btw!
Thank you! Same Gotohs will work. I have a sweet mod planned
@@LowEndLobster Oooo exciting!
Are you using an expression pedal with the Microcosm to get those long swelly bits come in? it sounds incredible
also, your playing in your new videos is so free and so lovely. really great vibes.
Nope, that's just what it did by itself. It's magic! I should hook up my expression though
Liked it a lot more than I thought!
Love the color 🌈 and the podcast 📺 but (correction)... the price might be right where is belongs.😎🎸
I cant decide between U7 and V7. And sadly im not in a position to try the basses. Which one would you recommend? Both tonal and quality wise?
Nevermind i thinl im buying the z3
@tark126 z3 and u7 are great new additions with a simpler preamp setup. You can't go wrong with either
So just to clarify ...the u7 doesn't work in passive if the batteries die like my v10 / p8 /v7 ...
Great review btw ... love the dog antics 😂😂😂
It does just no passive tone control
Well; Sire scores on this one. Like the block inlays on the neck. I wish they have a short scale 5 string; rosewood fingerboard, more finishes, and a passive tone like you mentioned. Other than that; great bass! 😌🎶🎸👍🏾
Puppy loves the U7 too!!!!!
How about the new Squier Affinity 6-string bass? It's called a Bass VI despite not being a bass VI
Mine comes Tuesday ;)
As far as I'm concerned, these Sires have the very best active preamps anywhere. They're super transparent. I'd love my next bass to be a Sire.
strangely, I bypass on my Z3 and V7.
The pre somehow annoys me.
Would you say the neck sits closer into the body? It looks like less of a reach compared to a regular jazz bass?
Technically the neck sits a bit more inward because it's longer at 22 frets vs a standard jazz. The reach is the same though when played on a strap as the upper horn area is the same. The lower horn was pushed back slightly for upper fret access I think
Have you seen the green or black versions? I wonder which colour did you liked the most. I can see the appeal of the glossy sparkly instrument on the stage. Thanks as usual for the detailed review, Lobster!
Sire always makes me desire the low end fire but my money clip stuck in the mire but I'm no crier so I'll wait until BAS is dire and higher until I become a buyer~~~ Good to see you and thankee for the review.
Finally some one is taking about this Sire bass U7.
When choosing between the Sire U7 and the P7, which one is better to go for?
They're very different. I would say the p7 is more well rounded
I really like the features and the black U7 looks killer with the pearloid inlays, but the lack of a tummy cut and a forearm contour make this a no-go for me.
Hey if you get an opportunity to to see if the humbucker in the Z series basses is wired in series or parallel I'd love to see that. The sound samples I've herd make me think parallel. Very excited for the upcoming content 🎉
Both the Z3 and Z7's humbucker are wired in parallel.
Love it. Sire is still kiling it.
Can you play it just in passive mode without batteries?
Yes, you will have no tone controls though just volume and blend
@@LowEndLobster Perfect! THX!
love these new sires
Great sound. Worth the money
Hi
Nice review.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. As I said, I've been looking forward to it ever since I saw it was coming out. I have a sire m3 and I was thinking of buying the sire m5, partly thanks to your tests. I know the m5 is more versatile, but if you were only going to play rock or metal, would you choose one of them clearly or would you have doubts?
Thanks and a big hello from Bilbao
(If something sounds strange to you it will be because my English teacher is google translator)
I just saw a Sire guitar that looked the new LR Baggs or a Godin maybe; perhaps we're getting a bass version!
omg I just looked it up YES SIRE IS RELEASING A GODIN BASS!!!!
Sire Marcus Miller GB5 FL 5-String
An Ideal Choice for Fretless Smooth Jazz Enthusiasts
This model is designed for an acoustic sound. It aims to reproduce the rich resonance and upright bass tones from chambered bodies. It's an excellent choice for those pursuing unplugged or smooth jazz music, made fretless allowing players to work their notes around the board more freely.
Body Material: Mahogany with Solid Spruce Top
Body Shape: Marcus Acoustic Bass Shape
Body Color: NT (Natural), BK (Black)
Neck Material: Mahogany 3-pc
Neck Shape: C-Shape
Scale: 34"
Neck Joint: Four Bolt Bushing
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood Edgeless™ (Rolled Fretboard Edges)
Fingerboard Radius: 12"
String: D'Addario Flatwound String
String Nut: Bone Nut, 46mm Width
Inlay: White Pearloid Dot
I got one ;)
@@LowEndLobster I almost straight up ordered one too. lol The black fretless 5 string OH MAN how sexy is that thing?
I love it!
Hi 🦞 more I listen the more I like it.
Out of curiosity, what does yours weigh?
I tried one and was a little heavy. More than the Z7 I have
If if could get one about 8.5lbs or under would be great.
All the best my friend. Stu
Regardless of the change! Don't take away the claw!!!!!! It's still your thing!
Until you started playing it, I may not have given it a chance. The body shape is great, but I'd like to try it in person before giving it a rating of the claw variety.
What are your thoughts on the Sire pre amp frequencies? If it's like the other Sire pre amps (and it sounds like it is), the bass frequency is set at 20hz, the end of human hearing, and the treble frequency is set at 10k, which is at or above the frequency that many bass amps can produce.
These frequencies are so extreme that boosting either frequency gets unusable fast. Boosting bass will easily overload your amp, or if you're playing into a computer, just not be heard at all. Meanwhile boosting the treble control will quickly give you a tingly feeling in your teeth. On the other hand, extreme frequencies are great for cutting, and you basically have a HPF/LPF built into your bass.
The 10k treble is pretty common for most other preamps, but 20k is def low. I am not sure if this one targets those, the treble def sounds like it but the bass control was very usable. I may do an EMG mod here as their two band has selectable EQ curves on the PCB, may explore those in more detail as I haven't before.
@@LowEndLobster Would love to see that video if you make it. Love your channel!
You need to do MM Caprice review in the near future🙏😊
Something about this bass absolutely kills it for fingerstyle funk. The other playing styles sounded thin.
Can't wait for their "Fodera" to come out, seems it keeps getting delayed...
If Sire needs to update anything, it's the MARCUS MILLER logo in the most default font possible. Feels like no effort was put into its design. They easily could stylize the font with something a little more fitting other than what looks like default Arial font :(
Had to cover that logo on my V5 with a sticker because it is just so ugly. I hate having to cover MM's name, but it just looks horrible
Your outfit is so cute! I feel like this bass really goes with you as a person if that makes sense
Thank you!
Great video, thanks! I prefer passive though so I kind of lost interest after you mentioned no passive option. 😕
We have a bypass switch for passive, just no passive tone
Waiting on a review for the Sire Z SERIES!!! Maybe a fretless version??? (I haven't seen a fretless Z bass reviewed yet)