Markbass MB58R ENERGY 122 2X12 800W 4 OHMS - Refurbished

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The MB58R 122 ENERGY is part of the MB58R series, designed by Markbass as a showcase of their technology choices focused on performance and mobility. Driven by Marco De Virgiliis, the brand continues the idea that made its reputation: offering bass cabinets and solutions capable of delivering professional-level sound while remaining easy to transport. Within the lineup, this model positions itself as a modern 2x12 cabinet, tailored for those seeking a balanced response and a compact format without compromising impact.

Who This Amp Is For

This Markbass cabinet is ideal for the intermediate to professional bassist who wants a speaker capable of handling real band volumes without the burden of a heavy cab. It is particularly suited for rehearsals (ample headroom, projection), stage use (clean attack, definition in the mix), and studio work if you're looking for a faithful and articulate sound. Style-wise, its "full and flat response" signature fits well with rock and pop as much as funk, modern jazz, and contexts where mid-low precision is essential.

Features and Innovations

The MB58R 122 ENERGY is a bass speaker (cabinet) in a 2x12 inch format, built around custom Markbass components derived from their R&D experience. The design includes a 1-inch tweeter with horn and a 3.5 kHz crossover filter to add air and precision to attacks, slap, and harmonics while maintaining density in the low end. The rear bass-reflex design enhances low-frequency extension and a sense of depth, useful when you want a wide and present sound even at moderate volume. Finally, the MB58R philosophy emphasizes lightweight materials and a more responsible approach to optimize portability without sacrificing the robustness expected on the road.

The Sound

With its two 12-inch neodymium speakers, the MB58R 122 ENERGY aims for a powerful, fast, and clear reproduction. The 2x12 generally offers an excellent balance between the roundness of a large low-frequency volume and the responsiveness needed for precise lines: you get punchy bass and a mid-low range that sits easily in a mix. The tweeter and its horn provide appreciable definition on pick attacks, slap, and modern sounds, while the high sensitivity contributes to an immediate feel of efficiency. The whole is designed for a full and faithful sound, particularly coherent if you use a head with a marked character (transistor, Class D, or tube preamp) and want the cabinet to respect your tone and dynamics.

Technical specifications

Speakers	2 x 12-inch Markbass Neodymium Custom	Impedance	8 or 4 ohms
Tweeter	1-inch driver with custom horn	Loading type	bass-reflex
Power handling (AES standard)	800 W RMS	Port	rear
Sensitivity	103 dB SPL	Dimensions	57.8 cm (width) x 60 cm (height) x 47 cm (depth)
Crossover frequency	3.5 kHz	Weight	16.45 kg
Frequency response	45 Hz to 20 kHz