GK Microbass (MBE150E) differences in generations?

[Jack]

Hi everyone. What are the differences in the old (Lee Sklar) Microbass combos? 

 

Unfortunately when I Google no matter what I do I get people explaining the differences between the -s and the -e (chorus, etc) but I mean the differences between the -e i, ii and iii.

 

Thanks

[BassBod]

The original 200MB is a bit smaller, sounds a bit warmer. Nice old style chorus.  
 

I’ve owned two 150 MBE versions from the early/mid 90’s, slightly more mid emphasis but good features.  The boost control is a nice way of warming up the sound.  
 

I’ve not owned the later III series, but have used as rentals…the ones with the letters on the front, rather than painted.  These seemed to be noisier, with more background hiss, but otherwise very similar.

 

I preferred the oldest 200MB, it was the nicest sounding version.  The strap handle was a small size, so might be a bit harder to replace.  The 12”paragon speaker has a foam edge that disintegrates after about 20 years, but is repairable. Or you can still buy a replacement from Thomann. 

Hope that’s some help

Edited March 12, 2022 by BassBod

[BassBod]