Mark Vintage Pre

The Markbass Mark Vintage Pre is a compact, tube-driven preamp pedal designed for bassists seeking both vintage warmth and modern versatility. Equipped with a 12AX7 (ECC83) preamp tube, it delivers rich, harmonic tones suitable for various musical styles.

Key Features

• Tube Preamp: 12AX7 (ECC83) for warm, dynamic tones

• 4-Band EQ: Adjustable Low (70Hz), Mid Low (400Hz), Mid High (2.5kHz), High (10kHz)

• 3-Way EQ Preset Switch: FLAT, CUT (scooped mids), OLD (vintage tone)

• Drive Section: Two selectable distortion types with BLEND control for mixing clean and driven signals

• Boost Function: +6 dB signal boost for solos or added presence

• Connectivity:

  • Inputs: 6.3 mm jack for electric bass

  • Outputs:

    • 6.3 mm jack output

    • Balanced XLR DI Out with transformer

    • Digital outputs: RCA and TOSLINK with selectable sampling rates (44.1/48/96 kHz)

  • FX Loop: Send/Return via 2x 6.3 mm jacks

  • Aux Input: For external audio sources

  • Headphone Output: For silent practice

• Power Supply: 12V DC, 300 mA (included)

• True Bypass: Ensures signal integrity when the pedal is disengaged