Viable, Tube-driven Tone for Your Bass Derived from decades of research and uncompromising quality, the Vintage Pre pedal responds to the demand for top-notch bass tone and functionality. This tube-driven preamp offers a plethora of tone-shaping options at your fingertips, starting with a three-position preset switch that lets you shift between vintage and modern playing styles. For more nuanced control, a straightforward four-band EQ solidifies your sound to perfection, while the Drive and Boost controls are a foot-stomp away, sending your grooves to the forefront for soloing. When it comes to gig-worthiness, the Vintage Pre offers flexible signal-routing options: you get a 1/4-inch output to drive your favorite amp and an isolated XLR out for direct-to-PA performance. This pedal also has separate digital outputs, making it ideal for both the stage and the studio. Add in an FX loop, along with Aux and Headphone jacks for silent practicing, and the. Sweetwater is an Authorized Markbass Dealer. Markbass Mark Vintage Pre Bass Preamp Pedal. Preamplifier Bass Guitar Pedal with ECC83S Preamp Tube, 4-band EQ, 3-way EQ Switch, Gain, Blend, Boost, FX Loop, DI Out, Aux In, Headphone Out, and Digital Out. Viable, Tube-driven Tone for Your Bass. Derived from decades of research and uncompromising quality, the Vintage Pre pedal responds to the demand for top-notch bass tone and functionality. Add in an FX loop, along with Aux and Headphone jacks for silent practicing, and the Vintage Pre is primed to become the cornerstone of your entire bass-playing operation. XLR and digital outputs: an audio engineer’s dream. When it comes to performance-grade tone, the Vintage Pre lets you leave your traditional bass amps and cabinets at home. To the joy of sound engineers, the included XLR DI output sends your carefully dialed bass sound straight to any PA or audio console. At the request of Markbass endorsee Marcus Miller, the Vintage Pre also provides digital output options, with your choice of RCA or TOSLINK for direct connection to most modern recording consoles or interfaces. Moreover, you can select a sampling rate of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, or 96kHz to best fit your recording session’s audio demands. Markbass: over 20 years of Italian innovation. Founded by Marco De Virgiliis in 2001, Markbass has been a global leader in bass amplifiers and instruments for over 20 years. Built proudly in Italy, the company’s products span a diverse range, comprising compact yet powerful amplifier heads, all-in-one combo amps, and lightweight, durable speaker cabinets loaded with cutting-edge technology. Beyond that, many bassists here at Sweetwater are also ardent proponents of the brand’s pedals, basses, and guitars. Known for its pioneering use of neodymium magnets to reduce weight without sacrificing sound, Markbass remains focused on sonic clarity and tonal accuracy, crafting amplifiers that highlight the true voice of your instrument. Endorsed by renowned artists, such as Marcus Miller and Jeff Berlin, Markbass represents a family of brands driven by Italian passion, style, and craftsmanship, with continued praise from a wide array of musicians, such as Supertramp’s Cliff Hugo, who remarks, You transfer the quality of your people into the products you make. Markbass Vintage Pre Features. Full-featured bass preamp pedal with an ECC83S preamp tube to inject real tube compression and dynamics. Gain, 4-band EQ, and Master volume controls offer straightforward tone-shaping. 3 preset EQ options offer stylized articulations ranging from a flat response, mid-scooped punch, and warm, vintage flair. +6dB Boost pushes you to the forefront of your mix for soloing. 2 Selectable Drive styles can be blended with your preamp to create complex layers of distortion. Built-in FX loop incorporates additional external FX in tandem with your original tone. Aux In and Headphone Out jacks encourage silent practicing with pre-recorded tracks or music from your smart device. XLR output sends a direct signal to a PA or console for hassle-free sound. Digital RCA and TOSLINK outputs and sample rate selector seamlessly integrate with audio interfaces and recording consoles. 99.95% warehouse accuracy. More than 30 years in business. Free tech support from audio experts.

Vintage Fender amplifier Head. Includes all Tubes, one of the power tubes is missing the Key in pin – so you may want to change that one, or be careful using it. This amp powers on – and is working good – no odd or strange sounds. Both channels and all Functions working. See all pictures for condition. Appears to be mostly all original – see all pictures. I do see a Tube socket that looks changed out and the power cord was repaired. Pots date to 1976. Transformer codes 606-642, 606-612. Back panel is a little wavy as seen. Good for your amplifier – sounds great.

The Crate V32 Palomino Tube Amp Guitar is a vintage 32-watt amplifier designed for electric guitars. With a single vacuum tube technology, this Class A amplifier is perfect for practice venues. Its brown color and classic design make it a stylish choice for musicians looking for a vintage sound. With a single channel and 8 Ohm impedance, this amplifier offers a warm, full sound that is ideal for bass and guitar players alike.

I have used it two times. It is in excellent condition.

1970′s Sound City Bass 150. Electric Guitar / Bass Amplifier Head. He bought out most of the Sound City stock when the company went under in 1975. This amp arrived to me in working condition but had no front panel knobs on the potentiometers and I added it right to my collection. Recently (2026) I took it to my current amp tech and he slowly reshaped the filter cap cans with his variac. He also tested all the tubes for shorts, leaks, and trans-conductance. He cleaned and lubricated all the pots and jacks, replaced the power cord, powered it for an hour and checked operation. He says it’s now in great shape but will need a cap job. He noticed there is a substantial hum usually emanating from the lack of shielding on the wiring in the pre-amp and the power amp of the chassis (which is common with these amps). One way of reducing hum is to add more shielding. The more immediate issue and to help reduce the hum is to replace all of the filter capacitors. This amplifier has all the original hardware. You need to understand that the great amps of this era didn’t have master volume controls and needed to be turned up to get the sound you needed in a live situation. And they WON’T cover up your mistakes – they are true player’s amps that reward technique with clear note definition. Finally, please be advised that this is a true vintage guitar amplifier, that will hiss and hum as you crank it up-and it requires periodic maintenance and adjustments by a qualified amplifier technician that is familiar with vintage tube amps. Please understand what you are getting into. During the musical explosion of the 1960′s in London, it was common for music stores to design and build their own equipment for sale at the shop; each neighborhood retailer would try to outdo the other, along with a good bit of copy-catting, of course. This is essentially how Marshall, Orange, and Vox all came to be, and as happens in most free-market industries, competition would arise. Two of the rarest, loudest, and best-sounding competitors were Sound City and Simms-Watts. In the back of one of these West End shops, appropriately named Sound City, Dave Reeves would design and build the SC105 “One Hundred” model amplifier, a high-headroom 100-watt EL34 answer to the Marshall Super Lead “Plexi” head. The Sound City shop was owned by Ivor Arbiter, whose interest in music had been sparked by his father, Joe, a saxophonist with the British big-band led by Harry Roy in the’30s and’40s. The young Ivor began his instrument career working at saxophone repair workshops in and around Soho, and in 1957, he opened his own Paramount woodwind and brass shop on Shaftesbury Avenue-the street that marked the southern boundary of Soho. Ivor was an ambitious young man, and he saw further opportunities with the rise of pop music as the’60s came into view. In 1961, he opened Drum City at 114 Shaftesbury Avenue and the following year Sound City, which specialized in guitars and amps, at 24 Rupert Street. Ivor’s luck ran out with this particular portion of his operation in 1975, when a complicated set of business problems meant his shops-Sound City and Music City (by now in the Drum City location), and Modern Sound in Tottenham Court Road-were swiftly closed. It might serve the buyers purpose to bring up the power slowly with a variac since these used amp heads are over 50 years old and have not been used for a few decades. Our amp tech has only replaced the needed parts -(filter caps & power cords as specified) to just get them turned on and running for an hour. Please see a skilled amp tech before extended use. The operation of the amps requires that they be regularly serviced for optimal performance. Please remember these are vintage pieces, we cannot guarantee that they will not need service or more parts in their future; only some obvious parts were changed to get it working. Most of the parts are still the original old parts remaining which will be stated in our listings. We do not have any control on what was done by previous owners, but we try to write in detail any information we have. We cannot guarantee that all our information is 100% correct; it is our humble opinions and own musical knowledge. Please see photos and ask questions to make your own assessment. ASK ALL QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! This discriminating collector has curated an incredible collection of guitars & amps since 1965. From a collector & player with an extensive musical history and knowledge. This collection has been stored and cared for impeccably for decades. Now, after all these years, he is ready to share his collection with other enthusiasts and wants his prized possessions to go to good homes and get played! Please follow our listings. LOTS MORE TO COME! We only sell to buyers that are established, verified.

Up for grabs is my vintage Mesa/Boogie Bass 400 all-tube bass amplifier head, paired with the original Mesa SUS-4 Super Shock Mount System road case. This is an early-1980s example with the classic slider EQ and dual input layout. The amp is well-maintained, functions properly, and delivers the signature Mesa low-end punch and warmth that made these a legend. The included SUS-4 shock-mounted case is a rare, high-end Mesa accessory that was built specifically for these heads. It features internal shock suspension, foam isolation, heavy touring hardware, and excellent structural protection – ideal for studio owners, touring bassists, or collectors. Condition: Clean for its age with normal cosmetic wear. Included: Mesa Bass 400 head + original Mesa SUS-4 road case. Feel free to message with questions.

The Markbass Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R bass amplifier head blends classic tube warmth with cutting-edge power and features, all packed into a super-portable chassis. With 1000 watts of power, a tube preamp, and advanced EQ options, this amp head is perfect for bassists seeking both vintage and modern tones. Its ergonomic design places all controls and connections on the front panel, making it ideal for stage and studio use. Tube Preamp for Rich, Warm ToneAt the heart of the Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R is a tube preamp (ECC 83) that delivers rich harmonics and warmth, perfect for bass players who want to capture that vintage sound. Markbass Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R 1000W Bass Amplifier Head. Tube Preamp for Rich, Warm Tone At the heart of the Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R is a tube preamp (ECC 83) that delivers rich harmonics and warmth, perfect for bass players who want to capture that vintage sound. The tube preamp gives your tone added depth and dimension, while maintaining clarity and definition, whether you’re playing subtle grooves or high-energy solos. High-Power 1000W MPT Amp With Limitless Dynamics This amp head is driven by a 1000W MPT (Mark Proprietary Technology) power amp, delivering massive headroom and dynamics. The Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R provides exceptional power for live performances while maintaining the fidelity of your instrument’s tone. The built-in limiter control lets you dial in a modern or vintage-style response, giving you control over how the amp reacts to your playing style. Advanced EQ Settings and 3-Way Switch for Versatile Tones The Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R features a newly tuned 4-band EQ section with precise control over frequencies, allowing you to shape your sound to suit any genre. The 3-way switch gives you three EQ presets-Flat, Cut (scooped mids with boosted lows and highs), and Old (scooped highs for a vintage tone)-making it easy to achieve the tone you need at the flick of a switch. Professional Features and Practical Design Designed for ease of use, the Little Mark Vintage 1000 58R places all controls on the front panel for optimal ergonomics. The rear panel is reserved for the speaker outputs and AC power socket, keeping everything practical for live and studio applications. The amp also includes a balanced DI out with transformer, providing a full, rich, and linear sound, perfect for direct recording or live PA setups. An optional dual footswitch allows you to control the Mute and EQ on/off functions. Tube preamp (ECC 83) for rich and warm tone 1000W MPT power amp for exceptional headroom and dynamics 4-band EQ with a 3-way switch for versatile tone shaping Limiter control for vintage or modern amp response Balanced DI out with transformer for pure sound to PA or recording setup. (3 kg) Footswitch: Optional (for Mute and EQ on/off). For example, if your order is placed AND paid for at 1 p. Store Policies If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. It’s that simple. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.

After the great reaction to the Little Mark Vintage Head, Markbass designed the Mark Vintage Pre. The Mark Vintage Pre delivers a massively wide palette of tone options, from modern sounds to vintage ones to fit pretty much any genre you’re going for. But this pedal is more than just a preamp. You get a tube preamp, a 4-band EQ, two switchable EQ filters, two different types of drive with level and blend controls, a headphone practice amp with an AUX-in and headphone out, and a switchable effects loop which can also be used as a tuner output. Markbass Mark Vintage Pre Tube Bass Preamp Pedal Metal. 4-band EQ/3-way Switch Like the Little Mark Vintage head, the Makr Vintage Pre’s 4-band EQ section has a new setting on frequencies center, all tuned to offer a pretty balanced tone that easily cuts in the mix, plus a 3-way switch with three useful EQ preset options to get very quickly a real FLAT setting, a CUT setting with scooped Mids, and enhanced Low and High, and an OLD option with scooped High to get an old, vintage-style tone. Two Types of Distortion/Blend Control The Mark Vintage Pre offers two types of distortion (selectable via foot switch). The amount of drive tone, ranging from crunchy overdrive to aggressive distortion, is controlled by the Drive pot. The Blend control allows you to mix the Drive tone with the Clean signal of the tube preamp. Adding a bit of distortion during a studio recording gives a “gorgeous” bass sound cutting in the mix. Boost The Boost switch allows you to boost your signal level to +6dB and instantly get more headroom whenever you need it. Box The Balanced D. Out is a real D. Aux IN/Headphone OUT/FX LOOP The Mark Vintage Pre includes a headphones output and an aux input for connecting an iPod or MP3 player in order to mix it with your bass sound. This allows discrete playing and practicing anywhere, anytime. Plus, a send/return FX loop to interface your favorite stomp boxes and multi-effect units is also included. True Bypass This pedal features “true bypass” circuit: that means when the Mark Vintage Pre is “off, ” there will be no audio signal quality loss. 4-band EQ / 3-WAY Switch Two Types of Distortion / Blend Control Boost Real DI box Digital Outs Aux IN / Headphone OUT / FX LOOP True Bypass. Tube: 12AX7 (ECC 83) Input: Impedance 1M? , max. Voltage 6 Vpp Outputs: Balanced DI Out with transformer (GND switch) Digital Outputs: RCA (with transformer) and TOSLINK with sampling rate switch 44.1/48/96KHz Gain Range: -46 ÷ +23 dB EQ Low: Level ±16 dB Freq. 70Hz Mid Low: Level ±16 dB Freq. 400 Hz Mid High : Level ±16 dB Freq. 2.5 KHz High: Level ±16 dB Freq. For example, if your order is placed AND paid for at 1 p. Store Policies If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. It’s that simple. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.

1983 Music Man 100-B Bass Amplifier Head. This vintage amp head is in very good condition overall. The serial number is “DR00353″ and it has a 1983 date sticker on the back. The exterior has some general wear but no major issues. The fuse has been replaced and I think it may have new tubes also. It has been fully tested and is in excellent working condition. There will be no exceptions to this! You will also be permanently blocked from purchasing my items in the future. Offers & Package Deals. Please note that I do not consider offers! I will not end any listing early so please do not ask! I will not respond to any questions asking for any of the above! I have blocked P. Boxes from this listing. Please note that you or someone at your address will have to sign for this guitar. So please plan ahead so you receive your item.