Markbass Unveils MB58R Series Amps, Combos, and Cabinets
Markbass has unveiled a new lineup with the MB58R Bass Amp series, consisting of a whopping 20 new cabinets, eight combo amps, and a new head unit. Each unit in the series is made in Italy and is described as having a “next-level power-to-weight ratio.”
The enormous new range of cabs includes three subset series – Energy, Pure, and P – each of which includes a 2×10”, 3×10”, 4×10”, 1×12”, 2×12” and 1×15” configuration. Each version has a different smaller driver for different tones.
”The Energy cabinets feature a Markbass hi-fi tweeter (very smooth highs), the Pure series includes a 1” driver with custom horn (focused, crips highs), and the P series models have a new piezo tweeter for (more aggressive highs),” Markbass explains. “Additionally, the 2×10 cabinets are all available in standard and XL versions: standard cabs have the two woofers arranged vertically, whereas the XL version is a larger cabinet with the speakers diagonally placed. The 3×10 cabinets are 6 ohms, all 2×10 and 4×10 cabs are available in 8 ohm and 4 ohm versions, and all other cabs are 8 ohms.”
While Markbass is known for their use of neodymium drivers, the P series cabs are fitted with classic ceramic speakers. They add that the lightweight enclosures still make them weigh a fraction of traditional cabs.
Each of the MB58R combo amps is fitted with the Little Mark 58R, a 500-watt solid-state head that is also available as a standalone unit. Markbass changed things up on the new amp by fitting nearly all of the controls and connections to the front panel for easier access. It is also lighter than previous Little Marks at just 4.4 pounds.
Pricing and availability for the new Markbass MB58R series is TBD.
Markbass Little Mark 58R Bass Head Specs:
| Preamp: | Solid State |
| Power Amp: | MPT (Mark Proprietary Technology) |
| Power: | 500W @ 4ohm / 300W@8ohm |
| EQ: | Low, mid/low, mid/High, High, Old School Filter, Flat/Scooped mid/fsw Switch |
| Other Features: | XLR Line Out with Level Control and Pre/Post EQ and GND Lift switches, BI-BAND LIMITER, MUTE switch, FX Send/Return, Footswitch (optional) for Mute and Scooped EQ |
| Dimensions: | 10.87″/ 27.6 cm (w); 3.27″/ 8.3 cm (h); 10.08″/ 25.6 cm(d) |
| Weight: | 4.41 lbs / 2 kg |
Markbass MB58R Energy Bass Cabinet Series Features:
| 2x10″, 3x10″, 4x10″, 1x12″, 2x12″ and 1x15″ Configurations |
| Markbass Neodymium Custom Drivers |
| 1″ Driver with Custom Horn |
| Rear Reflex |
Markbass MB58R Pure Bass Cabinet Series Features:
| 2x10″, 3x10″, 4x10″, 1x12″, 2x12″ and 1x15″ Configurations |
| Markbass Neodymium Custom Drivers |
| Markbass Hi-Fi Tweeter |
| Rear Reflex |
Markbass MB58R P Bass Cabinet Series Features:
| 2x10″, 3x10″, 4x10″, 1x12″, 2x12″ and 1x15″ Configurations |
| Markbass Classic Ceramic Drivers |
| New Piezo Tweeter |
| Rear Reflex |
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