Difference between MarkBass Little Mark 4 and MB58R

[bassgearjunky]

Can anyone tell me the difference between the Little Mark 4 and the MB58R. So far the only thing I can find is one has DI and effects loop on the back and the other is on the front. Also has anyone tried either of these amps and what did you think about it.

 

[SJan3]

My understanding is that the case is ABS plastic, faceplate metal and made in Italy.
Spec wise, they appear identical and should sound identical. I like the plugs in front if it's a combo amp. Otherwise, no big deal either way.

 

[bassgearjunky]

My understanding is that the case is ABS plastic, faceplate metal and made in Italy.
Spec wise, they appear identical and should sound identical. I like the plugs in front of it's a combo amp. Otherwise, no big deal either way.

That makes sense since the cabinets look like they are plastic. I use a Tone Hammer now and I also like the plugs in front

 

[SJan3]

That makes sense since the cabinets look like they are plastic. I use a Tone Hammer now and I also like the plugs in front

I had a Tonehammer 500 and sold it to keep my LittleMark3 which I preferred tonally. I've since purchased another Tonehammer, the 350 this time, and I like it better this time around as I better understand what makes it "tick".
My LittleMark3 has since died so I'm very interested in the new LittleMark IV or the MB58R. I've been a MarkBass user since '09 but I'm also really liking the Aguilar and the Mesa D-350 I purchased recently. They're all different but terrific in their own way.

 

[bassgearjunky]

I have been ampless for the last 2 years just running through an RNDI. I really like the tone I get going direct. Is the Little Mark close to a “natural” sound or is it a specific tone like a GK or an Ampeg?

 

[SJan3]

It's less colored than Ampeg or GK but has some nice warmth injected. IMHO, it's the most flexible of the three mentioned. It's a smooth sounding amp but any effects can change that, if you so desire.

 

[bassgearjunky]

It's less colored than Ampeg or GK but has some nice warmth injected. IMHO, it's the most flexible of the three mentioned. It's a smooth sounding amp but any effects can change that, if you so desire.

What do you think about the EBS Reidmar 752 or the Bergantino Fotre D

 

[SJan3]

What do you think about the EBS Reidmar 752 or the Bergantino Fotre D

I have no experience with either but I'm sure they're both fine amps based upon customer feedback and stellar reputation of both companies.

 

[AlexanderB]

What do you think about the EBS Reidmar 752 or the Bergantino Fotre D

I own class AB LMII, a class D LM Ninja, and a class D Reidmar 750.
Tone controls and preamp are the same on the LM II and Ninja (one minor difference), but they sound nfairly different. LMII is warmer, deeper, better articulate and more pleasing than Ninja, at mow SPL. It also has lower noise floor.
At higher SPL, the Ninja excells with louder and more articulate output, very notable.
Reidmar 750 has less low extended end, less articulation in the lows, but lower distorsion in the mids and highs. EQ is more effective in the mids and higher. It also has higher noise floor, especially if you are careless about gain staging.

DI is fine on all of them, in my limited experience. They are all competent and super reliable amps, when on stage, and capable of dramatic adjustments. Either one will "deliver the goods", but for louder music and power hungry cab, I slightly prefer the Ninja.
Also, in my experience, the amps have no hidden problems. Trying them at shop level translates well to what I get on stage.

 

[bassgearjunky]

I own class AB LMII, a class D LM Ninja, and a class D Reidmar 750.
Tone controls and preamp are the same on the LM II and Ninja (one minor difference), but they sound nfairly different. LMII is warmer, deeper, better articulate and more pleasing than Ninja, at mow SPL. It also has lower noise floor.
At higher SPL, the Ninja excells with louder and more articulate output, very notable.
Reidmar 750 has less low extended end, less articulation in the lows, but lower distorsion in the mids and highs. EQ is more effective in the mids and higher. It also has higher noise floor, especially if you are careless about gain staging.

DI is fine on all of them, in my limited experience. They are all competent and super reliable amps, when on stage, and capable of dramatic adjustments. Either one will "deliver the goods", but for louder music and power hungry cab, I slightly prefer the Ninja.
Also, in my experience, the amps have no hidden problems. Trying them at shop level translates well to what I get on stage.

Thank you, you have given me a lot to think about. I definitely need to find a store to try these out.

 

[AlexanderB]

Thank you, you have given me a lot to think about. I definitely need to find a store to try these out.

Try to use with both bigger and smaller cabs, as I think it is mainly your choice of cab (so not instrument!) that decides which of them is best for you. I have power hungry cabs, so 500 W is a bit on the light side. Good luck!