I just got My new MKII #525, and aside from a few Emplode problems It works great!
However I did notice that the handle is covered (all along the surface) with blemishes. It looks like the finish was scratched to hell at the factory and then covered up (Poorly) with a magic marker.
Not that I am trashing the MKII or Empeg. I love my unit, it's just a shame that the cool new facia has some ugly marks on it.

John from MA, USA