Blackstar HT-5R MkII Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar
The Blackstar HT-5R MkII Combo Amplifier is a 5W combo amplifier with 2x channels, designed for use with Electric Guitars. The tones of this amp rely on ECC83/12AX7A valves at the pre-amplifier stage and a double triode 12BH7 in the power amplifier, and give the HT-5R rich sounds that are reproduced with the Blackstar Blackbird 50 12" speaker. This amplifier is also switchable to 0.5W, to allow the signal to break up more easily.
2x foot-switchable channels (switches included) offer a lot of sound options. The clean sound sounds warm, round and leaves nothing to be desired. ISF technology enables tone shaping and is available in addition to the classic 3-band tone control, ranging from wider American sounds to a straight British character. A reverb effect is included and enriches the sound with spatial depth. For a modern Guitar amp, there's also a serial effect loop that lets you choose between pedals and studio effect devices (+4dBV/-10dBV).
In addition, a line input is available for playback via smartphone (among others). The emulated output for recording or headphone operation is frequency-corrected. The voicing offers either 1x 12" or 4x 12" characters.
The main features of the Blackstar HT-5R MkII Combo Amplifier include:
5W/0.5W 2-Channel Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitars
I upgraded to this from a Marshall practice amp and could not be happier. Superb sound from both channels, with so many variables in the OD channel it's perfect for my home practices and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a small valve amp for home use.
Simply stunned by the tones this amp delivers, far better than I could have hoped for. The 0.5 watt option is crucial to get that valve crunch at bedroom levels without annoying the neighbours! Haven't stopped playing since I bought this! Just brilliant. Please note though if buying from the uk, that it only come with a euro mains lead. Great product and great service from dv247.
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