Sire
Since 2015
Sire Guitars (Sire Revolution) was founded in 2015 with a disruptive mission: to partner directly with world-class legendary artists to produce professional-grade instruments at unprecedented working-musician price points. In legendary collaborations with 2-time Grammy winner Marcus Miller and 4-time Grammy winner Larry Carlton, Sire engineered iconic electric basses and guitars featuring signature Edgeless™ custom rolled fretboard edges, roasted hard maple necks, premium swamp ash and North American alder bodies, and the proprietary 18-volt Marcus Miller Heritage-3 preamp system. From the jazz fusion powerhouse Marcus Miller V7 and P7 bass series to the studio-acclaimed Larry Carlton L7 single-cut and H7 semi-hollow guitars, Sire has emerged as one of the fastest-growing and highest-rated instrument brands in the modern guitar world.
11
Years in Business
500K+
Guitars Sold
$25M+
Annual Revenue
Complete Sire Guitar Price & Valuation Guide (2026)
Comprehensive market valuation ranges, mint vs used condition pricing, tonewood specs, and historical price trends for Sire guitars.
Sire Price Overview
Sire covers a wide range of instruments from entry-level to professional models. Typical used prices vary by condition, series and year. Higher-end USA models and limited editions retain value better than mass-market lines, while rare or vintage pieces often command significant premiums.
When evaluating value, consider originality (pickups, hardware), structural condition (neck, frets, finish) and documentation (serials, receipts, setup reports). Price dispersion across platforms is common; local stores offer service and inspection, whereas online marketplaces provide broader selection and price transparency.
For detailed buying advice, model comparisons and condition-based pricing, read the full guide linked above.
Market Overview
Average Price
$560
+6.8% vs last year
eBay Listings
1,420
Active listings
Sold This Month
310
+8.4% vs last month
Price Range
$290-$1,150
Current market range
Data sourced from eBay, Reverb, and Guitar Center used listings
Sire Timeline
Sire Revolution & Marcus Miller Launch
Sire teamed up with legendary bassist Marcus Miller to launch the V7 (Jazz Bass) and M3, revolutionizing the sub-$600 bass market with premium preamps and swamp ash bodies.
Generation 2 Upgrade & Edgeless™ Frets
Introduced Gen 2 models featuring revolutionary Sire Edgeless™ custom rolled fretboard edges, satin-finished necks, and upgraded Marcus Super-J Revolution pickups.
Larry Carlton Electric Guitar Lineup
Collaborated with Mr. 335 (Larry Carlton) to launch the L7 (single-cut), H7 (semi-hollow 335 style), S7 (strat-style), and T7 (tele-style) electric guitars.
Marcus Miller U5 & Vintage P-Bass Dominance
Expanded the bass catalog with the wildly popular U5 short-scale active/passive bass and vintage-spec P5/P7 hybrids.
Roasted Maple Standards & S7/T7 FM
Standardized roasted hard maple necks across the entire electric line and introduced premium flamed maple top finishes (S7 FM / T7 FM / H7V).
Complete Sire Product Lineup
Sire Guitars proves that touring-grade feel, rolled fretboard edges, and versatile studio electronics don't require spending thousands of dollars.
Sire Larry Carlton Electric Guitars (L7 / H7 / S7 / T7)
Studio-grade electric guitars tuned and voiced by 4-time Grammy winner Larry Carlton
Semi-hollow 335 style with maple laminate body, mahogany center block, and vintage humbuckers or P90s ($520–$680 used)
Single-cut set-neck with mahogany body, carved maple cap, rolled fretboard edges, and Alnico-5 humbuckers ($480–$620 used)
Modern S-style with roasted hard maple neck, locking tuners, 2-point tremolo, and HSS pickups ($420–$550 used)
T-style with roasted maple neck, Sire vintage T-pickup set, brass saddles, and rolled frets ($420–$550 used)
Sire Marcus Miller Electric Basses (V7 / P7 / M7 / U5)
The industry benchmark for gigging and studio bassists featuring the 18V Heritage-3 Preamp
Swamp Ash or North American Alder Jazz Bass with 18V active/passive 3-band EQ with sweepable mids ($450–$640 used)
Precision/Jazz hybrid configuration delivering thunderous punch and versatile modern slap response ($420–$680 used)
30-inch scale lightweight bass with PJ pickup voicing and rapid fret navigation ($380–$480 used)
Modern dual-humbucker bass with coil-split switches, ebony fingerboard, and deep lower cutaways ($360–$650 used)
"Sire Guitars proves that touring-grade feel, rolled fretboard edges, and versatile studio electronics don't require spending thousands of dollars."
Model-Specific Buying Guide
Each model has unique characteristics that affect both tone and value. Here's what to look for when buying specific models.
The Definitive Sub-$1,000 Semi-Hollow Guitar
Mr. 335 Tone & Feel
Voiced specifically to Larry Carlton's signature Gibson ES-335 specifications, providing smooth vocal midrange and singing sustain.
Rolled Edgeless™ Fretboard
Hand-rounded fingerboard edges provide a broken-in custom shop feel right out of the case.
High Value Retention
Consistently sells used within days at 75-85% of retail price due to high demand among jazz, blues, and worship players.
The Gold Standard for Active Working Bassists
Marcus Heritage-3 18V Preamp
Studio-grade 3-band EQ with sweepable mid-frequencies (200Hz-1kHz) and active/passive bypass switch.
Swamp Ash vs Alder Tone Options
Choose premium lightweight Swamp Ash for bright slap articulate snap or North American Alder for warm vintage fingerstyle punch.
Gen 1 vs Gen 2 Recognition
Gen 2 models feature rolled fretboard edges, satin neck finish, and battery compartment quick-release covers.