Markbass MB Yellow LITTLE
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Markbass
MB Yellow LITTLE
Product Info
Article Number:
596851
Brand:
Markbass
Model:
MB Yellow LITTLE
Category:
4-String J-Basses
Price:
$297.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MB Yellow Little is a surprisingly capable and affordable bass, perfect for beginners or players seeking a vintage-inspired tone. The 30” scale provides a deeper low end, and the simple controls make it easy to get a great sound quickly. It's a solid choice for blues, rock, and funk players who appreciate a straightforward, no-fuss instrument.
Product Description
- Markbass MB YELLOW LITTLE
- Electric Bass
- Body: Poplar
- Neck: Maple
- Fingerboard: Laurel
- Dot fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 762 mm (30")
- Nut width: 36 mm
- Neck profile: C
- 20 Medium small frets
- Pickups: 1 single coil
- Passive electronics
- Master volume and master tone controls
- Single-ply black pickguard
- Vintage-style bridge
- F-style machine heads
- Chrome hardware
- Colour: Yellow
- Includes Markbass gig bag and Markbass bass strap
PROS
- • Poplar body offers a balanced, resonant tone with a pleasing warmth.
- • Maple neck provides excellent sustain and a comfortable, familiar 'C' profile.
- • Laurel fingerboard is smooth and fast, contributing to effortless playability.
- • Passive electronics deliver a classic, straightforward tone; simple to dial in.
CONS
- • Single coil pickup can be noisy in high-gain environments or with certain pedals.
- • 30” scale length might feel long for players accustomed to shorter scales.
- • Limited tonal flexibility due to the passive electronics and single pickup.
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Key Features
Body Material
Poplar
Neck Material
Maple
Fingerboard
Laurel
Pickups
Single Coil (Markbass Custom)
Scale Length
762 mm (30")
Frets
20 Medium Small
Strings
Nickel-plated Steel (likely .045-.105 gauge)
Weight
Approximately 8.8 lbs (4 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a bit warmer and rounder than a typical MIM J-Bass, lacking some of the brighter snap, but offering a more classic, mellow growl.
The 'C' profile is fairly standard, but the 36mm nut width might feel a touch wider than some prefer – a good option, but not universally ideal for smaller hands.
Yes, it's possible, but you'll likely need to modify the pickguard and ensure compatibility with the existing wiring harness.
