Markbass

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The Marcus Miller CMD 101 Micro 60 60W 1x10 bass combo is not just a practice amp; the sound quality delivered by this 60W small combo is truly impressive. It's a great choice for small gigs and recording and, thanks to the balanced output, you can connect it to a mixer/PA to use it as a small personal monitor. The compact combo amp section also features gain and master controls, 3- band EQ, aux in, headphone out, speaker on/off switch.

Portability and Great Sound
This is one of the most compact and lightweight (only 25.35lbs / 11,5kg) combo on the market, and delivers incredible bottom end and great sound quality for its size. Now you can get great tone in a very compact package, with fantastic portability.

Simple and Effective Controls
The simple and effective 3- band EQ controls section gives you lots of tonal freedom, which allows you to easily tailor your sound.

External Speaker Capability
The Marcus Miller CMD 101 Micro 60 can be connected to an 8 ohm extension cabinet, giving you a louder rig. It can be used also for small gigs and recording. And thanks to the balanced output, you can connect it to a mixer/PA and use it as small personal monitor.

Headphone Out, Aux. In
The amp section includes a headphones output, and an aux. input for iPod or MP3 players. A switch on the rear panel turns off the speaker so you can practice anywhere and anytime you like.
Open Box Markbass Marcus Miller CMD 101 Micro 60 60W 1x10 Bass Combo Amp Level 1
Open Box Markbass Marcus Miller CMD 101 Micro 60 60W 1x10 Bass Combo Amp Level 1
Open Box Markbass Marcus Miller CMD 101 Micro 60 60W 1x10 Bass Combo Amp Level 1

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  • Power: 60W (@ 4 ohm)
  • Single channel
  • Single input
  • Speaker: 1x10" Markbass custom; piezo tweeter
  • Impedance: 4, 8 ohm
  • Controls: 3-band EQ, gain, master
  • Frequency response: 45Hz–18kHz
  • External speaker output
  • XLR direct output
  • Headphone output
  • Aux. input
  • 14.56" x 13.14" x 14.4"
  • Weight: 25.35 lb.

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4.5

10 Reviews

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Excellent practice combo

Basically an expensive practice amp. Very good sound quality when used alone at standard practice volumes. If you are working on your chops and have picky requirements for your sound this is fantastic, for dialing in the MB sound. Outside of this it does not have enough "push" to have proper presence for most other playing situations, and has a very basic tone controls. As a sit in with a acoustic guitarist or with other sensitive players at lower volume it should be fine. But, and there is always a but, for the price of this combo Markbass could have put easilly another 40w into it to bring it 100w in it by simply small adjustments in the amp design. Adding another cabinet, as advertised, is almost useless it does not hold up soundwise at 60w split between 2 cabs. Using it as a direct out to a PA has possibilities, but you will most definitely not have adequate presence at even a comfortable moderate volume. My GK 150MB did the job for years in filling my need for a small cab that projects OK. But it died after 2 decades of use. The Markbass combo does have really nice tone for working on your music practice recording or otherwise, and this is probably its best use, do not have high expectations for live use with it. I should offer a lower star rating review based upon cost of this amp, but if one is looking for quality practice amp this is fine.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Junk...

I already own an Italian made MarkBass CMD 102P. Great sounding and reliable combo. Wanted something small and lightweight, but still good sounding, for practice and small house gigs. First issue upon opening the box was discovering that the factory had neglected to pack the IEC power cable. I spoke to Jeff in customer service as and he ordered up one to send out right away at no charge. I have plenty of IEC cables hanging around so I plugged in. Turned on the amp with the gain and volume down but heard a quick whistle through the speaker that lasted about three seconds. Not a good sign... Turned the gain and volume both up to about 1/3 and started to play. Sounded really good for about five minutes. Turned up the volume to 1/2 and was greeted with screeches and static. Sounded like cheap 1950's sci-fi movie special effects. No signal coming through from the bass at this point. Just the unpleasant screeching. Turned it off. Turned it back on a few minutes later and it went straight to screeching and static. Disappointed to see that it was made in Indonesia... More disappointed that it was a lemon. MarkBass just lost a customer.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio6
  2. Performances3
  3. Outdoor Events / Games2
  4. Professional Recording2
  5. Amateur Recording1
Cons
  1. Bulky/Heavy1
  2. Poor Sound Quality1
  3. Pricey / Poor Value1
  4. Unreliable1
  5. Worked for only 5 minutes before the amp failed1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced4
  2. Professional Musician4
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Easy To Use6
  2. Compact5
  3. Good Audio5
  4. Lightweight5
  5. Versatile4
  • what a great little bass amp!

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byJeff E.

    fromHouston, TX

    Wanted a light weight portable combo that I could just throw in the backseat and go. Has nice clean tone , great low end response. Bought as a practice amp, not sure if it could handle a band setting, but that wasn't reason for purchase.

  • Mark for me

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byTony C

    fromSherwood

    Friend has a mark bass that sounds good Small enough to fit in the back of my Mini Cooper Ordered New York 15 " cabinet to go with it

  • Micro Beast

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    bysharkdemosports

    fromFlorida

    The best sounding small amp out there period .

  • I love this little bass amp! Don't let the size fool you!! !

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byTbop

    fromBapchule Arizona

    I mainly use it as a recording and practice amp . It's a great small gig amp!

  • Perfect Addition...

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byChuck M

    fromNYC

    I have the larger Jeff Berlin Combo in my home studio, so the Little Mark is in and amp stand in the living room; enough out of the way and present playability.

  • practice, recording, coffee shop/cafe gigging amp

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byBass_4_Daze

    fromSL, UT

    I gig with the Little mark Tube 800 and the 104HF cab like everybody else. and I wanted something for those smaller than ideal gigs at coffee shops and cafes. the hardest part was finding something that can also be ideal for recording. this combo was exactly what I was searching for. Loud enough to play with a full acoustic drum kit. you can mute the speaker if you are recording using the DI or headphones to practice with the Markbass Preamp. :) I wish this combo had a little more power but i cant complain cause it sounds and plays louder than 60 watts. did i mention this combo is tiny and fits anywhere on a tiny stage plot.

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  • asked byDave

    fromNew York

    Is there a way I can get this without the Markbass emblem and cartoonish Marcus plaque? Jeez guys they sound great but look really toyish. Have debadged my Markbass rig so just black w yellow speakers. Still kind of 80s...

    Is there a way I can get this without the Markbass emblem and cartoonish Marcus plaque? Jeez guys they sound great but look really toyish. Have debadged my Markbass rig so just black w yellow speakers. Still kind of 80s...

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This would have to go through Markbass if they can do this. It would be a custom modification.