Double Bass GK vs. Markbass

[unobasso]

Has anybody A/B'ed a Gallien-Krueger MB150 against a Markbass Mini CMD 121P?

I have a potential line on both - the Markbass is new (for under $1K) while the GK is used (price: tba).

I'm looking for a good general purpose combo - I'm not a rawk'n'roller but looking for something that won't get drowned out by a small ensemble (w/ drummer & percussionist).

Thanks in advance!


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[leon46]

Both are good enough
As well as good level make sure that your speaker accommodates your strings I.e
If you use a four string you need at least 40HZ & if you have a five string you need at least 30HZ, then you should be moving air in a good way.
But that is just my opinion :0)

 

[Jaromir]

I have both combos. The Mini CMD is only little bigger and heavier, but MUCH louder and fuller sounding. The color of sound is very different, the GK kind of brighter, maybe more natural sounding, but the CMD is very versatile.
I like the GK when I don't need to get very loud, prefer the Markbass when I need to get louder.

 

[AMJBASS]

I like them both. The Markbass will undoubtedly be louder. Its about double the wattage. The MB150 is a very natural sounding combo especially when you step away from it. Depends on what you are looking for. If its going to be your only amp I might lean towards the Mini CMD just because of its versatility and power.

 

[yamaha]

Agree with Adrian.

Try the SWR Baby baby blue. Knocked my socks off !. But has even less power. Best tone ever though.