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Gallien-Krueger MB500 500 Watt Compact Bass Head

Item ID: MB500

500-watt Bass Amplifier Head with 4-band Active EQ, 10dB Pad, and Boost Switch

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This Lightweight Bass Head Really Packs a Punch!

Gallien-Krueger has always believed in doing things their own way, creating innovative products to meet the demands of bass players all over the world. The Gallien-Krueger MB500 bass head amplifier is perfect for any bass player on the go. It delivers 500 watts of power in a less-than-1U amp that weighs under 4 lbs. - easily small enough to fit in your gig bag. The MB500 also gives you powerful tone-shaping options, including an active 4-band EQ that's equipped with a contour switch, as well as a footswitchable Boost control that lets you kick in extra punch when you need it. You'll love the quality, flexibility, and portability that the MB500 adds to your rig!

Gallien-Krueger MB500 Bass Amp Head Features at a Glance:
  • 500 watts @ 4 ohms, 350 watts @ 8 ohms
  • 10dB pad
  • 4-band active EQ with variable contour
  • Effects loop and tuner output with mute
  • 1/4" headphone/line output
  • XLR output (pre/post EQ and ground-lift switch)
  • Boost control (footswitchable)
  • Switchable limiter
  • 2 x Speakon outputs
  • 10.75" x 8.5" x 1.75"

For a flexible bass head that's small enough and light enough to go anywhere, check out the Gallien-Krueger MB500!
Specification Detail
Type Solid State
Number of Channels 1
Power 500W
Effects Yes
Compression No Compression
EQ Treble, Hi-Mid, Low-Mid, Bass
Amp Modeling No Amp Modeling
Number of Models 0
Number of Tubes 0
Preamp Tubes No Tubes
Power Tubes No Tubes
Inputs 1 x Instrument
Outputs 2 x Speakon, 1 x XLR, 1 x Tuner, 1 x Headphone/Line (1/4")
Footswitch I/O Yes
Effects Loop Yes
Height 1.75"
Width 10.75"
Depth 8.5"
Weight Less Than 4 lbs.
Manufacturer Part Number 302-0510-B

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Reviews

based on 6 reviews

Gallien-Krueger MB500

by Jose Gonzalez from Puerto Rico
August 7, 2012
Music Background: Hobbyist
Awesome amplifier, fits anywhere and responds great.

GOT TO BUY THIS HEAD

by KENNETH ELLIOTT from DISTRICT HEIGHTS M.D
February 2, 2012
Music Background: PRO CHURCH MUSICIAN.
I CHECKT THIS HEAD OUT AT MY LOCAL MUSICSTORE AND IT BLEW ME OFF THE STOLE I WAS SITTING ON OFCOURS IT WAS COMMING OUT OF A 210&115CABS BUT IT HAS THAT PUNCH&LOWS THAT I LIKE & I WILL BUY THIS & CAB R... read more [+]EAL SOON. close [-]

Good Head

by James Coleman from Wichita, KS
November 15, 2011
Music Background: Church, Gospel, Concerts
I bought this head a week ago and was a lil skeptical about it at first.. but once i plugged it in, omg it was amazing. The sound and to be this small is very powerful. has a lot of range. I will rec... read more [+]ommand dis head to anyone.. close [-]

Gallien Krueger MB500 micro sized bass amp with super size features.

by Brad Mock from Leander, TX
August 30, 2010
Music Background: Bassist, studio engineer and producer
1st impressions: This is one pretty shiny little thing, amazing something so small and light can have all these features and power. It is well put together although there is a slight sound on the sha... read more [+]ke test. My only issue so far is the placement of the limiter switch, this switch could be damaged if rack mounted, would rather it was on back panel. Thru my Walter Box 1x10 it is surprisingly warm but much of that is an artifact of the speaker, it easily fills the room with warm round bass, perfect for those little sit down gigs or for recording. The small footswitch included for boost is a nice size with detachable cable and includes a status LED, nice touch. I transport my pedal board in a keyboard bag and the MB500 fits in the front pocket perfectly, very handy. First gig with a loud rock band pushing a 2x15 EV & 1x12H was loud and clear, with the master half way up was plenty loud and the DI out worked flawlessly. 2nd gig was a moderate volume outdoor jazz thru a 1x15 and once again the MB500 shined thru nicely. close [-]

Kick *** Little Amp

by Bob Meyer from New Castle IN
April 9, 2013
Music Background: Giging Musician
I bought this head about 3 months ago after hearing the 200 watt version. I gig regulary and push this amp hard playing a Warwick and MTD active 5 string through a 4-12 GK cab it has no prob keeping u... read more [+]p The boost channel worked out great for setting up a 2nd bass with the push of a button. The tone controls are like no other amp Ive had the are super sensitive and give you plenty of tone control. The contour control does alot to your EQ setting very quickly to give you slap and smooth tones dont get no easier to carry. Dont be afraid I was but Im a believer now close [-]
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