Markbass Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R

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Markbass Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R

Markbass

Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R

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Product Info

Article Number: 604286
Brand: Markbass
Model: Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R
Price: $1,098.90

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This Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R is a fantastic, powerful head if you're chasing a vintage Markbass vibe. The tube preamp gives it a touch of character, and the compact size is a huge bonus for gigging musicians. It's a premium-priced option, but the power and portability make it a solid choice for working bassists.

Product Description

  • Markbass Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R
  • Amp Head for Electric Bass
  • Power: 1000W at 4 ohms
  • 600W at 8 ohms
  • Preamplifier with ECC83S tube
  • Controls for Gain
  • DI Out (transformer balanced)
  • Limiter and Master Volume
  • EQ: Bass
  • Low-Mid
  • High-Mid
  • Treble
  • 3-Way switch: flat / cut / old
  • Switches for pre/post and ground lift
  • Footswitch options: MUTE / EQ
  • Switch for DI Out Pre/Post EQ and Ground Lift
  • Bi-Band Limiter
  • Selected components and gold-plated circuits
  • Instrument input
  • Effect Send and Return
  • DI Out: XLR balanced
  • footswutch connection
  • Rear connections: speaker output
  • Power cable
  • Very light and compact design
  • Biodegradable housing
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): approx. 27.6 x 8.3 x 25.6 cm
  • Weight: approx. 2.57 kg
  • Rack bracket optional (not included)
  • Transport bag optional (not included)
PROS
  • • ECC83 tube adds warmth and subtle harmonic complexity.
  • • Bi-Band limiter prevents unwanted distortion at high volumes.
  • • Lightweight and compact design makes it highly portable.
  • • Transformer-balanced DI output ensures clean signal for recording/live.
CONS
  • • 'Old' EQ setting can be overly colored for modern playing styles.
  • • Biodegradable housing might be less durable than traditional metal.
  • • Limited effects loop options for complex signal chains.

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 1000W @ 4 ohms, 600W @ 8 ohms
EQ Bands 4 (Bass, Low-Mid, High-Mid, Treble)
DI Output XLR Balanced (Transformer Isolated)
Effects Send/Return Loop
Speaker Output Standard Speaker Connectors
Weight 2.57 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's voiced to mimic older Markbass preamps, with a slightly darker, more rounded tone—less aggressive than their modern offerings.
Absolutely; the transformer isolation minimizes noise and provides a clean, balanced signal perfect for studio or live sound reinforcement.
The footswitch offers both MUTE and EQ bypass options, giving you flexibility for live performance control.

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