Markbass Mark Vintage Pre Bass Preamp Pedal
Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
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.
