I recently purchased the Sire Marcus Miller Z3 4-string from Thomann, and while I ultimately had to return it, I wanted to leave a review to highlight my experience.
First off, the bass itself is absolutely top-notch. The build quality, finish, and overall playability were fantastic straight out of the box. The tone is incredibly versatile thanks to the active electronics and the dual pickups—great for everything from clean funk to aggressive rock. It felt solid in the hands and had a growly, punchy tone I was really excited about using in my band project.
However, after trying it out for a few days, I realized I actually needed the 5-string version to suit the tuning and range required in my current band. Thomann made the return process easy and stress-free, which I really appreciate.
If you’re looking for a high-quality 4-string bass with excellent features for the price, I’d absolutely recommend the Z3. I’m now in the process of ordering the 5-string version instead—can’t wait to get it in my hands!