Short answer is no, you do not need a regulator. Regs are used to provide a more consistent firing over the charge range of the CO2 tank. Set the reg to a lower pressure than your tank (such as 600psi) and your marker will have exactly 600psi until the tank dips below that set point. If this is important to you then put a reg in.
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