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Markbass
Description
The Little Mark III amp head's DI input features a pre/post EQ switch and output level control, so you can optimize the signal you send to your mixer or recording unit. All this capability comes in the same compact size and weight as its Markbass predecessor.
Markbass Little Mark III Bass Amp Head
Markbass Little Mark III Bass Amp Head
Markbass Little Mark III Bass Amp Head
Features
  • 4-band EQ for precise tonal control
  • Balanced input for acoustic basses
  • Balanced DI with level control and pre/post switch
Specs
Inputs
  • Input impedance: 500kOhm, maximum voltage 15Vpp
  • Balanced Input (XLR) impedance: 100kOhm, maximum voltage 25Vpp
  • Effect Return Impedance: 33kOhm, maximum voltage 10Vpp
Controls:
  • Gain: -60dB-+23 dB range
  • Master Volume
  • Line Out Level
  • Ground Lift switch on rear panel
  • Pre/Post EQ switch on rear panel
Equalization
  • Low: Center frequency 60Hz, level ±16dB
  • Low Mid: Center frequency 360Hz, level ±16dB
  • High Mid: Center frequency 800Hz, level ±16dB
  • High: 5kHz shelf, level ±16dB
  • VPF (Variable Pre-shape Filter): Center frequency 380Hz (cut)
  • VLE (Vintage Loudspeaker Emulator): Frequency range 250Hz-20 kHz (cut)
Output:
  • Line Out: Balanced XLR, maximum voltage 20Vpp
  • Effect Send: Unbalanced, maximum voltage 20Vpp (pre-EQ)
  • Tuner Out: Unbalanced, maximum voltage 2Vpp
  • Speaker Out: Speakon & 1/4" combo, 1/4"
  • Weight: 6.4 lb. (2.9kg)
  • Dimensions: 10-9/10" W x 2-4/5" H x 10-1/10" D
  • Output Power: 300W RMS @ 8 ohm, 500W RMS @ 4 ohm
Reviews

4.36

22 Reviews

78%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

This little amp is a tone machine!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Mark III Bass Head

I've been jamin on the SWR SM400 with 6-10 ampeg for quite a few years and decided it was time for a change. I went on-line and found a lot of intresting reviews on bass amp heads and the MarkBass was brought up more over top name brands for: Performance, weight, ease of use, and price. That was enough to sell me so I went to the local Guitar Center where they had the MarkBass III. I bought it without even trying it out. I giged that night and was just plain in awe with the amount of sound that came out of my speakers. I play a Modulus fb5 Flea. That little amp is so cool. All the reviews were not kidding. Its all that and more. Ive been jamin the bass for over 40 years and now my sound actually is heard! I gess my time is now and its about time! Great quality. After the gig I wrap it up in a nice thick towel and put the little 6 pound baby in a nap sack along with my chords and away i go. 600 watts is a lot of snot. I use a fraction of it and its there if I need it. Just way cool! The only negative thing is the sale should include the optional "ears" for mounting the unit in a rack case.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Repairs

My MBIII head went out after one year, during a gig. Thankful I had a backup with me. I'm not irritated that it went out, I'm irritated cause I've been without my head for over a month now. It was under warranty so I had to ship it to a designated address for repair. It takes 2-4 weeks before a tech will even look at it. You'll have to pay shipping. The equipment sounds and performs awesome but should it go out you're gonna be without for a while. I'm still without my MB setup and I am not happy. This rig cost me over $1,200 total and I can't even use it at the time. Had I known this I'd have gone with something else.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Performances7
  2. Home Studio5
  3. Outdoor Events / Games5
  4. Professional Recording4
  5. Amateur Recording1
Cons
  1. Limited Functions1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced6
  2. Professional Musician3
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound9
  2. Portable9
  3. Easy To Use8
  4. Good Power Output8
  5. Warm / Comfy7

Reviewed by 22 customers

  • Love It

    4

    submitted5 years ago

    byJeff S

    fromDayton Ohio

    Great and easy tone flexibility with plenty of power in a very portable package. Only reason for 4 stars and not 5 stars is I have not had it long and cannot speak to durability…although I have used other markbass amps that have been going strong for years

  • Please stay away from this amp!

    1

    submitted5 years ago

    byRolling Thunder

    fromHouston, Texas

    My unit went out after almost 4 years! I used it for band practice only since she had only 300W for my Markbass 8 ohms 2x10 portable cab. I had to send it to a repair dealer in Dallas since there is no Markbass Repair Service here in Houston, TX. Today I had a call from the technician and told me that it'll cost me almost $500 to repair my amp. He also mentioned that the problem with the amp is also a very common problem that he sees in Markbass amp. I decided not to repair it and paid the diagnostic fees. Don't give me wrong, the amp I had was a nice one, it sounded great, I loved it from the 1st day. But when it comes to the repair cost, be ready to pay almost as much as you pay for the new one.

  • Wonderful

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byGT

    fromNew York

    I'm using this Markbass LM III for shows nationally and has been great even for the biggest stages and venues. For local gigs it is compact and light and using it with either a Markbass cabinet or club supplied cab. I love the tone and seems to work with most genres.

  • Amp Is A Beast

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byCleve

    fromOKLAHOMA

    Sounds amazing no matter what style you play. Unbelievable tone shaping and power.

  • This little amp is a tone machine!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byRON

    fromundisclosed

    I originally bought an Ampeg PF500 and had to return it the next day because the fan was so loud. Let me add that the folks at Guitar Center were great about the return. I looked over the other amps offered by GC that were in my price point and even though it cost me a about $100 more than the Ampeg I found the money well spent. The MB LMIII is a great light-weight but powerful amp and has all the features that I was looking for. The amp is quiet, and clean with a full range of tones that can be dialed in. I'm still tweaking the settings for for now I am very pleased. Now all I need is to sell my current other brand bottom and purchase a Markbass 2x10.

  • The little Mark 3 bass amp head is outstanding.

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byLCD

    fromGary IN.

    For small gigs this is the perfect piece of equipment to use with 102 P and 151 cabinets it's lite weight powerful and has a great sound.

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byChuck

    fromHavana, Fla

    What watts is this amp

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Output Power: 300W RMS @ 8 ohm, 500W RMS @ 4 ohm

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byElian

    fromAZ

    i wont a markbass little mark ||| bass Amp Head

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Please contact a Sales Agent for order placement