Markbass Combo 121

Markbass Combo 121 model.

Amplification transistor.

450W into 4 ohms, 280 Watts into 8 Ohm

Inputs

In: Impedance: 500 kOhm-Max Level: 10 VPP
Return: Impedance: 22 Kohm Maximum level 12-PPV
Balanced (XLR): Impedance - 22 ohms, Maximum Level: 24 VPP

Frequency response:

45 Hz - 18 kHz

EQ:

Low (Low-level + 16dB)
Mid Low (Frequency 400 Hz, level + 16dB)
Hi Mid (800 Hz, 16dB + Level)
High (Hi-Level + 16 dB)
VLE (Vintage Loud Speaker Emulation)

Control signal

Gain (Variable from 0 to 22 db)
Master

Outputs

Send effect: Parallel - Max Output 10 VPP
Tuner Out: Unbalanced output, V max 2 VPP
Send Mix: Balanced - Max Output 20 VPP

Dimensions
Height: 51.9 cm
Width: 38.3 cm
Depth: 39.8
Note the ability to modify the effects loop on this model. It can be in series or in parallel. Clearly we can mix or not the sound of the preamp markbass with another .. I think such a pure tube preamp ..
Connectors complete and effective hyper .. then 10

UTILIZATION

Configuration a breeze. Good bass? you plug it plays and it's already amazing! The equalization is super good job, and the filter allows VLE really play much with the deep bass response ... this little 12 'cash even if a serious ... it's always fun to see him in again next to a big Music Industry which is four times its size ... Still, this amp is simply amazing!

SOUNDS

Sounds really convincing. Many dynamic sound, a lot of depth .. also careful not to play too close to this amp, you not realize, but it "sends" so despite its small size it easily grabs a headache .. The sound is actually right as announced by Markbass. Small blame to all the same, a little lack of definition in the midrange. Problem I also found on the Mini CMD 121P version. This amp is excellent because it is neutral .. so the way is open for anything that said tube preamp, effects, etc ... but only if you love the sounds bold, it's not for you! except of course with a good pedal, a multi etc..

OVERALL OPINION

Low weight, great sound, for rehearsals, performances, studio recordings of short XLR ... but happiness. And if you are a patient of his, you can add a cabinet for 450 Watts and more safe in your sound. Thing I noticed when comparing this model to the current Mini CMD 121P is the small difference in presence and "safe" (justement!) body in the sound. There is a slight advantage on this model. I guess the search for small at all costs is the effect. The volume of the 121 combo from the Mini CMD 121P is a little more important we get more bodies in the sound. Choice I do it again no problem! Really excellent

Transistor amplifier as already mentioned
Sounds that can be "hot" compared to some heads tell lamps! but hey hey let's not exaggerate ... it's a transistor?

UTILIZATION

The manual is clear with examples of its type settings "all around", "slap", "Hi Fi", "Rock", "Old Distorto", "Jaco bridge pickup" etc ... and I think we have not really need the manual also tellemtn it's good just by plugging!

SOUNDS

Great for the slap, it is mainly my game No complaints, the 12 inch is a good compromise for sound rather serious and yet capable of reproducing a frequency range of good acute. is surprising for a 12-inch as the sound can be "heavy" and according to both lens settings.

OVERALL OPINION

Used for almost 2 years now. Carted all over the place all day Saturday and a few other times ... RAS, everything I saw at nickel weight, it is better now, but the sound is good ... then I will not change any time soon, will really have a mini tube amp in markbass for me to change! Rather light for 300 watts!
Could I blame him!?
Um, the only thing I do not like is the carpet as a coating! Means when you have a nasty little cat like me, who likes to scratch on it!