We live in a global world, with a global marketplace. The market differences between countries and continents 
have led to a big difference in production costs and, due to global market dynamics, we’ve all come to 
expect low prices and good value. That's why we have created our Gloxy series.To achieve great value without 
compromise.I decided by working hard on production facilities and carefully selecting raw materials we can 
produce unique instruments valued both by professionals and upcoming young players to create their future as 
artists, to make their dreams come true without settling for mediocre instruments which lack identity.
This new approach allows us to make the most of all the advantages of living in taly, with our “Italian Style”, 
allowing our “Glocalisation” to win over globalisation. By “Glocalisation” I mean that we are able to make the 
most of our “Local” world, with the unique Italian lifestyle that’s envied throughout the world.
By using all this creativity, perfectly harmonised with the great relationship network that we have built worldwide, 
it allows me to develop and design unique instruments with unbeatable value for money. Mine is not just a product, 
it's a carefully created project, a different way to conceive production and to do business, a new philosophy that 
lets us synergistically merge all the advantages of our changing world. And the result? Products with a consistent 
and extremely important  added value: Our Markbass Value! x Superior products, at a competitive price which reflects 
my respect for all my dealers, my passionate commitment to music and, most of all, to musicians and their instruments!
—Marco De Virgiliis—

GV SERIES
GV SERIES is our range of bass guitars that demonstrate our ability to produce a high quality instrument at an 
incredible price. This achievement is a direct result of our tireless work to compare the quality and 
price of parts and materials from a wide range of suppliers. We chose only the best components for our Gloxy 
series, maintaining our focus on excellent value for money.

PLAYABILITY / COMFORT / QUALITY ASSURANCE
The bass neck has the same characteristics as our JP series of instruments - inherent playability, and comfort. 
The balance of each string is accurate and defined, without any 'boomy' resonant frequencies even across the 
fifth string's range. Each instrument is inspected for quality 
against our strict requirements at our headquarters in Italy. Gloxy series bass guitars receive the same 
standard of care and attention as our higher end instruments.

MB INSTRUMENT PRE INSIDE
The Gloxy series is equipped with the same MB Instrument Pre that is featured on our premium range of instruments. 
This onboard preamp is designed from the ground up by Markbass to faithfully reproduce the sound 
of your instrument. Changes in the volume level when switching from Active to Passive and  back again are almost 
imperceptible - a unique feature of the exceptional circuitry inside. Simple & ergonomic controls allow you to 
richly boost or cut your EQ without  clipping or distorting the signal - even 
at the maximum settings - allowing the MB Instrument Pre 
to work with you in any environment.

MB BASS BAG UNIVERSAL GIG BAG INCLUDED
n addition to the great value already offered by our Gloxy basses, all instruments in this series come with the 
fantastic MB BASS BAG UNIVERSAL to keep your new purchase safe. Like all Markbass 
products, this case is made to our precise quality standards, without compromise and 
also in this case we want to offer you so much more, without compromises.

HEADSTOCK: Mark Double Shape Matching
NECK: Hard Maple, Comfort C Profile
FINGERBOARD: Maple,Block Inlays, Binding,
20-Fret | 34" scale | Nut 45mm
BODY: P Style, Basswood, Bolt On
STRING SPACING: 18mm
PICKUP / ELECTRONIC: Markbass JJ style MB 
Instrument PRE | 9V Active -Passive
COLOR: Surf Green

SIT Mandolin M1140PB Med

M1140PB MEDIUM MANDOLIN PHOSPHOR BRONZE LOOP END

.011L	.015L	.026LB	.040LB	.011L	.015L	.026LB	.040LB

Cleartone EL Super Light 9-42

.009  .011  .016  .024  .032  .042

Play longer, sound better

Cleartone Electric Strings may have a coating of only one micron, but it's more 
durable than coatings thousands of times its thickness. It won't flake off with 
hard playing, nor will it feel slick or slippery to your touch. Super-high tension 
winding over a hex-core is used to maintain tuning consistency throughout 
your performance. EMP Treatment is then applied to all the strings (including 
plain strings) to ensure longest tonal life without compromises.
  

  

 
Superia Classical Normal Tension - Ball End 28-42

Ideal for classical and flamenco styles, Superia guitar strings are manufactured to 
precise tolerances, offering students and professionals a clear, projecting tone.
CL1 strings are fitted with a ball end for easy fitting.

For the players
In production for more than sixty years, our classical sets remain as popular as 
ever featuring an unchanged spec that has stood the test of time.

With early adopters including orchestras such as the Royal Philharmonic, London Philharmonic, 
and the London Symphony, our classical strings are still the top choice of players including British 
virtuoso Tom Ford."

British quality
Manufactured in the UK to precise tolerances and using only the finest materials, 
you can rely on Rotosound acoustic strings for consistent tone and performance 
in every packet.

Gauge: 28 32 40 29w 34w 42w
Construction: Roundwound
Wrap material: Silver copper & Nylon
Tone: Bright Superb sustain
Tenison: Normal

 
Swing Bass 66 Long Scale - Extra Light 30-85

This is the stainless steel roundwound string that James How and John Entwistle perfected into 
what was to become the industry standard. The bright, punchy, high-energy sound of Swing Bass 66 
strings is a major part of early rock music history and brought the bass player from the back line 
to the front of the stage.

A string for everyone
With so many musicians experimenting with unique gauges and drop tunings it is hardly surprising to 
know that Swing Bass Custom Box Singles, first introduced in the ’60s, enjoy more popularity now than 
ever before.
With such a wide range starting from 0.025" to 0.140" in increments of 0.005" there will be a gauge 
to suit everyone’s custom set.

Great British quality
Manufactured in the UK to precise tolerances and using only the finest materials, you can rely on 
Rotosound strings for consistent tone and performance in every packet.
Every string is manufactured on custom built machines designed and built in the UK 
by Jason How.

Gauge: 30 50 65 85
Construction: Roundwound
Wrap material: Stainless steel
Tone: Bright Sound
Output: Medium