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Gallien Krueger MB212

Item ID: MB212

500W, 2 x 12" Combo Bass Amplifier with Piezo High-frequency Horn, 4-band EQ, Contour Switch, Limiter, and XLR Direct Output

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The Ultimate Bass Combo for Players on the Go!

Need a reliable and excellent-sounding bass amplifier that you can take anywhere? GK has an MB series combo amp for every kind of bass player! The powerful yet portable 500-watt, 2 x 12" Gallien-Krueger MB212 combo bass amplifier packs heavyweight tone in a lightweight frame - perfect for any gig! An active 4-band EQ featuring an amazing, character-changing Contour switch and G.I.V.E. (Gate Induced Valve Effect) technology lets you dial in the tone you want with incredible tube-style warmth. Need more attack? Switch on the MB212's piezo horn tweeter and get all the bite you need. There's even a defeatable limiter that makes it easy to keep your output in check. And the MB212 isn't just great onstage - you'll love its balanced XLR direct output anytime you need a bass amp for studio work.

Gallien-Krueger MB212 Combo Bass Amplifier Features at a Glance:
  • 500-watt digital power amp
  • 2 x 12" neodymium main speakers
  • Bypassable piezo high-frequency horn
  • Active 4-band EQ with Contour control and integrated G.I.V.E. tube-emulation technology
  • Defeatable limiter
  • Balanced XLR direct output
  • 1/8" auxiliary input
  • 1/4" headphone jack
  • 26.75" x 19.5" x 14.75"
  • 37 lbs.

Onstage or in the studio, the Gallien-Krueger MB212 combo bass amplifier is the lightweight bass amp you'll love!

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Specification Detail
Type Solid State
Number of Channels 1
Power 500W
Speakers 2 x 12"
Effects No Effects
Compression Yes
EQ Treble, Hi-Mid, Lo-Mid, Bass
Amp Modeling No Amp Modeling
Number of Models 0
Number of Tubes 0
Preamp Tubes No Tubes
Power Tubes No Tubes
Inputs 2 x Instrument (Passive, Active), 1 x Aux (1/8")
Outputs 1 x Headphone (1/4"), 1 x XLR
Footswitch I/O No Footswitch I/O
Effects Loop No Effects Loop
Height 26.75"
Width 19.5"
Depth 14.75"
Weight 37 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 303-0570-A

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Reviews

based on 6 reviews

One of the best sounding amps I've played

by Trevor Watson from Provo, Utah
April 7, 2012
Music Background: Freelance bassist, bassist with Army band, recording engineer hobbyist
I did tons of research to find the perfect amp that fit my price range and that delivered the amount and quality of sound that I needed.
This amp has never ceased to amaze and deliver. I've ... read more [+]played it with pop/rock groups, jazz bands, in the studio rehearsals. Don't be deceived by the small size, this amp has enough volume to handle almost any gig. Even if you're playing in a big venue it's got direct out, so there's no reason that this amp can't be your all-purpose amp. close [-]

Best Bass Combo Amp For The $$

by from Motown
July 25, 2011
Music Background: Pro Musician: 45+ years
By far the most powerful, pure, floor thumping bass combo amp I've ever played through under $1000. At $699 list, still the best bargain out there for live performing output. Earlier versions had tw... read more [+]eeter issues (which were corrected immediately by GK's excellent customer support system) and this unit should be your choice, hands-down, if you are looking to blend budget with performance. close [-]

A great amp for the price

by from Asheville, NC
January 9, 2012
Music Background:
Bought this amp for my son. A fabulous light-weight amp with tons of power. Had to adjust the settings to get the hiss out of the amp. (mostly in the high end.) It's a great amp for gigs in differ... read more [+]ent kinds of situations. Very happy with it, especially for the price! close [-]

Great Balance in a Combo

by Tom from Millfield, OH
September 16, 2011
Music Background: Musician
I really like this amp. Great balance of price, power, and weight in a combo. The sound is clean and does not require pristine power supply to stay that way. The rig has enough punch to cut through... read more [+] everything else on stage, including heavy-handed drumming. The price is reasonable, and the light weight is easy on the back. I've used it in venues large and small, indoors and out. Works very well with my J-bass, A/E bass, and electric upright. Downsides? The first one out of the box didn't work at all, and I had to get a second. The XLR Out is in a bad location. Sound techs need a flathead screwdriver to extract their cables. close [-]

Back saving gig workhorse with mojo

by Studiodawg from Cambridge Springs, PA, USA
November 18, 2010
Music Background: Pro Musician
I picked up the MB212 because I was tired of waiting for RME to release the BabyFace (of which I was already paying on). I've had the combo for about 3-4 weeks and it has been used at over 10 gigs in ... read more [+]taverns, brewpubs, restaurants and a theater this month. I've used it primarily with my Upton Bass that has a K&K BassMax pickup; also my PJ Warmoth & Guild acoustic bass. It has a good sound. If you're not used to D-Class amplifiers you might be startled at how high you have to turn things up, but it's clean and has mojo. close [-]
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