Markbass Little Mark Rocker 58R 500W Bass Head Overview
Little Mark Rocker 58R
The Little Mark Rocker 58R is designed to meet the demands of rock bassists while maintaining the versatile sound that made the original Little Mark amps so popular. This amp features custom-designed, footswitchable drive circuitry that provides a wide range of onboard overdrive and distortion sounds, catering to aggressive playing styles. The new design includes all connections and controls on the front panel for optimal ergonomics, leaving only the power and speaker connectors on the rear panel. This setup enhances practicality, housed in an ultralight, high-quality chassis for easy portability.
Key Features:
4-Band EQ:
- Low: Center frequency 68 Hz; Level ±16 dB
- Low Mid: Center frequency 360 Hz; Level ±16 dB
- Mid High: Center frequency 800 Hz; Level ±16 dB
- High: Center frequency 10 KHz; Level ±16 dB
Drive Control:
- Footswitchable with a TYPE 1 / TYPE 2 switch, allowing for a customizable overdrive sound.
Blend Control:
- Adjusts between clean (counter-clockwise) and distorted (clockwise) tones.
3-Way Rotary Switch:
- Old School: Cuts a wide range of frequencies to shape a vintage tone.
- Cut: Boosts lows and highs while scooping mids.
- Footswitch (FSW): Allows control of DRIVE/BLEND section or the CUT EQ preset with an optional dual footswitch.
Preamp: Solid State
Power Amp: MPT (Mark Proprietary Technology)
Dimensions & Weight:
- Dimensions: 10.87” (w) x 3.27” (h) x 10.08” (d) / 27.6 cm (w) x 8.3 cm (h) x 25.6 cm (d)
- Weight: 4.4 lbs / 2 kg
This amp is engineered to deliver a balanced tone that cuts through the mix, making it a reliable choice for rock bassists looking for both power and portability.