Markbass MB58R 102 Energy 2X10 400W 8 Ohms

MB58R: The Pioneering Markbass Spirit in a Forward-Looking Series

With the MB58R series, Markbass continues its innovation approach with a clear goal: maximizing the sound, power, and portability ratio. This range highlights custom-developed components (drawing on Markbass's experience and research) and a manufacturing approach proudly Made in Italy. The idea is simple: to offer a modern, high-performance cabinet that meets current bassists' expectations, both practically (transport, size) and in terms of durability and material choices.

Who Is the MB58R 102 ENERGY Made For and In What Situations?

The MB58R 102 ENERGY is aimed at bassists who want an easy-to-transport cabinet without sacrificing impact. Its 2 x 10-inch format is an excellent compromise: compact enough for small stages and studios, while remaining punchy and clear in a band setting. In rehearsal, it provides a solid foundation with excellent definition, and on stage, it shines especially when seeking a fast attack, good presence in the mix, and effective projection.

It suits both modern sounds (slap, funk, pop, gospel, precise metal) and more roots styles (rock, blues) as long as you appreciate a tight response and controlled low end. For more demanding setups, the advantage is being able to build a coherent stack by adding a second cabinet to increase dispersion surface and the sensation of a "wall of sound."

Design and Features: Efficiency, Filtering, and Controlled Dispersion

The heart of this cabinet is a 2 x 10-inch neodymium configuration, designed to offer a fast response and excellent efficiency while drastically reducing weight. The tweeter (1-inch driver with horn) adds the brightness and detail needed for modern techniques, pick attacks, or simply to keep the high end articulated when the mix thickens.

The internal filtering relies on a 3.5 kHz crossover frequency to ensure a clean transition between the low-mid speakers and the high-frequency section. Thanks to a 101 dB sensitivity, the MB58R 102 ENERGY delivers a lot of perceived volume: at equal power, it "speaks" quickly and loudly, which helps keep headroom on the amp and preserves playing dynamics.

Finally, the rear bass-reflex loading reinforces the low-end foundation while maintaining a compact cabinet. This architecture is particularly effective for adding depth to notes, with solid lows and projection that remains musical when pushing the volume.

Sound Signature

The MB58R 102 ENERGY offers a Markbass signature that is both punchy and clear. The two 10-inch speakers provide a fast attack, tight low end, and present low-mids, ideal for keeping the bass line intelligible in a dense mix (guitars, keyboards, double kick). You get an immediate response under the fingers, with a strong "punch" on attacks and excellent nuance definition.

The horn-loaded tweeter adds air and detail: perfect for a snapping slap, a bright modern sound, or a well-open active bass. The stated frequency response (up to 20 kHz) favors precise rendering of harmonics and attacks. The result: a cabinet that stays clean and expressive, equally suited for dynamic cleans or more driven sounds (saturated preamp, overdrive, fuzz), while maintaining presence and coherence across the spectrum.

Technical specifications

Category	Bass cabinet	Color	Black
Speaker diameter	10"	Power output	400 W
Number of speakers	2

Speaker size	2 x 10 inches Markbass Neodymium Custom	Impedance	8 or 4 ohms
Tweeter	1-inch driver with custom horn	Loading type	bass-reflex
Cabinet power handling (AES standard)	400 W RMS	Port	rear
Sensitivity	101 dB SPL	Dimensions	39 cm (width) x 57.8 cm (height) x 47 cm (depth)
Frequency response	40 Hz to 20 kHz	Weight	10.2 kg
Crossover frequency	3.5 kHz