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Blackstar Amplification - HT-5R-MKII

Description

Back in 2008 our HT-5 took the world by storm, setting the precedent for low wattage home and studio amps; now, the HT-5R MkII takes this revered design a step further with incredible performance and game-changing new features from dynamic power reduction to 0.5W and footswitchable voices, to XLR DI out and direct USB recording.

Valve amps sound best when cranked; the unique feel, dynamics and natural compression of a valve power stage running hot is widely considered the holy grail of guitar tone. The problem is turning your 100W valve amp up to these volumes is neither practical for yourself, nor your neigbours. Our HT-5R MkII, with its low powered push-pull 12BH7 power amp, produces the crunch and break-up characteristics of a traditional 100W output stage at volumes suitable for home practice and recording.

Alongside providing capture-ready valve tones at any volume, HT-5R MkII comes equipped with a direct USB output for the simplest way to get valve tones into your recordings without the need for an interface. Also included is a fully specified stereo recording output via XLR and jack with selectable cabinet simulation options of 4x12 or 1x12.

The best part? These amps have in-built load protection, meaning you can use them without a cabinet connected for silent practice and recording.

Features:

- 5 watt combo
- ECC83 preamp valve, 12BH7 power amp valve
- Unique push-pull power amp design
- 2 channels
- Footswitchable voices for Clean and Overdrive
- Power reduction to 0.5 watts
- USB audio out
- XLR D.I. out
- Newly voiced studio quality Reverb
- 112 Blackstar designed speaker
- 2-button footswitch included