What makes a practice amp inspiring rather than disposable? For Marco Mendoza of Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake fame, it comes down to raw tone, immediate response and zero distractions. The Blackstar Debut Bass 25 Marco Mendoza signature amp builds on the acclaimed Debut platform with bold visual character and a focused feature set designed for serious practice. Behind the bespoke red covering and signature Bird logo is a 25W solid-state combo voiced for warm cleans and gritty rock drive, with an intuitive three-band EQ that keeps tone shaping fast and musical. Compact, durable and built for daily use, this 1x8" combo also includes a headphone output and line in for quiet sessions and easy jamming, bringing big-stage attitude into a practical practice format.

Clean and Drive Channels With Simple Tone Shaping

The Debut Bass 25 offers two straightforward channels, Clean and Drive, covering a wide range of usable bass tones. The Clean channel emphasizes full low end with clear note definition, while the Drive channel introduces controllable grit for more aggressive styles. A responsive three-band EQ with Low, Mid and High controls allows quick adjustments to suit different basses, rooms, or musical contexts. The layout stays intentionally simple, encouraging exploration without pulling focus away from playing.

Compact Combo Design With Practice-Friendly Connectivity

Designed with everyday practice in mind, the Debut Bass 25 includes a line out for silent headphone use and a line in for playing along with backing tracks or music. The 25W power section drives an 8" speaker that delivers controlled, focused bass response at practical volumes. Its compact footprint and manageable weight make it easy to move between home, rehearsal spaces, or small setups, while the solid cabinet construction supports consistent performance over time.

Marco Mendoza Signature Styling With Proven Blackstar Design

Distinctive visual details set this signature model apart, including Marco Mendoza’s Bird logo panel, bespoke red covering, and custom black fret cloth. Developed with input from Marco and adopted as his personal practice amp, this version of the Debut Bass 25 reflects the priorities of a working bassist who values tone, simplicity, and portability. It’s a focused, no-nonsense bass combo built to support regular practice and creative momentum.