The Mark Studio 2 by Overloud is a groundbreaking software that delivers an unparalleled bass amplification experience. It includes six Markbass heads, nine Markbass cabinets, and a comprehensive pedalboard, making it an all-encompassing tool for bassists. Whether used in a DAW or live, Mark Studio 2 offers a faithful reproduction of the Markbass sound.
Key Features:
- Six top-tier Markbass amp models: TA501, R500, Classic 300, TTE500, Little Mark Tube, and MoMark
- Nine Markbass cabinets: STD 151HR (rear-ported 1×15″), STD 152HR (rear-ported 2×15″), STD 104HR (rear-ported 1×15″), STD 104HF (front-ported 4×10″), STD 106HF (front-ported 6×10″), Classic 108 (sealed 8×10″), Traveler 121H (front-ported 1×12″), New York 804 (front-ported 4×8″), and New York 122 (front-ported 2×12″)
- Full pedalboard including: octave, envelope filter, bass chorus, distortion, and compressor
- Choice of six microphones: Dynamic 52, Dynamic 112, Tubed, Ribbon 112, Dynamic 57, Condenser 47, plus a preset combination of two front microphones
- Faithful reproduction: Every characteristic and nuance of Markbass amps and cabinets
- Ultra-flexible signal path: Easy to balance the Direct (plug-in) input, Line Out (amp direct Out), and Mic Output levels
Additional features include:
- Each mic/cabinet combination recorded in a high-end studio by top Italian sound engineers
- Multiple microphone usage: main (woofer), tweeter, and rear bass reflex (port)
- Ultra Bass frequency control for extra-deep sound with one mouse click
- Vast factory presets designed by top engineers and Markbass artists
- Full MIDI support and very low CPU usage
- Automatable parameters in the plug-in version
Paolo Costa, bass player and Mark Studio 2 product manager, says, “The Mark Studio 2 plug-in has been designed to faithfully simulate the sound of Markbass amplification in any DAW application or live situation. No matter what kind of bass you use, the Mark Studio 2 plug-in will always give you a very musical array of bass sound choices. It’s an indispensable tool to anyone who records on a computer and wants to improve the sound of the bass either during or after recording.”
System Requirements
Mark Studio 2 is compatible with both Mac and Windows systems, supporting a wide range of plugin formats and standalone use.
Operating System:
- Windows: Core i3® 1.4GHz with 2Gb of RAM, 1280×800 screen. Windows® XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10 are supported.
- Mac: Intel Core Duo® 1.6GHz with 2Gb of RAM, 1280×800 screen. Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard and above are supported.
Hardware:
- CPU: Core i3® 1.4GHz or Intel Core Duo® 1.6GHz
- Memory: 2Gb of RAM
- Storage: Sufficient space for installation and operation
Supports AudioUnits, RTAS (ProTools), AAX64 (ProTools 10, 11, and 12), and VST plugins, as well as a standalone application. Both 32bit and 64bit are natively supported. Authorization is available for up to three computers and one USB stick with a simple one-click software procedure (no hardware key needed).