Unleash your sonic creativity with the Blackstar Series One 100 100W Tube Guitar Amp Head. This powerhouse amplifier is engineered for musicians who demand versatility and precision in their sound. With its 100-watt EL34 power stage, the Series One 100 offers an expansive palette of tones, from pristine cleans to bone-crushing crunch. The amp's dual-channel design, featuring 4 footswitchable modes, gives you the ability to seamlessly switch between a variety of sonic textures on stage or in the studio.

At the heart of this amp is Blackstar's proprietary Infinite Shape Feature (ISF), a groundbreaking tone control that shifts your sonic signature from a tight, aggressive American sound to a warm, mid-rich British vibe. Whether you're chasing classic rock tones or modern metal aggression, the Series One 100 has you covered.

The Dynamic Power Reduction (DPR) feature allows you to dial down the output from 100 watts to just 10 watts, making it perfect for both intimate venues and home practice without sacrificing tonal richness. MIDI switching capability further enhances its flexibility, allowing you to integrate your rig effortlessly with external effects processors.

With its meticulously designed channels, the Series One 100 offers a Clean channel with Bright and Warm modes, and an Overdrive channel with both Crunch and Super Crunch modes. This ensures you have a comprehensive suite of tones at your fingertips, all with the warm, organic feel of tube-driven sound.

Key Features:

• 100-watt EL34 power stage with Dynamic Power Reduction
• 2 channels with 4 footswitchable modes
• Clean channel: Bright (Class A) and Warm (Class AB) modes
• Overdrive channel: Crunch and Super Crunch modes
• Infinite Shape Feature (ISF) for tonal versatility
• MIDI switching with 128 program changes
• Series effects loop and speaker-emulated output

Product specs

FAQs

What tones can I achieve with the Blackstar Series One 100's channels?

The Blackstar Series One 100 offers a Clean channel with Warm (Plexi) and Bright (Class A) modes for classic and sparkling tones, while the Overdrive channel provides Crunch and Super Crunch modes for rich, saturated distortion.

How does the DPR power reduction feature work on this amp head?

The DPR (Dynamic Power Reduction) feature allows you to reduce the amp's output power from 100W to lower levels, enabling you to achieve full tube tone at lower volumes, ideal for both stage and studio settings.

Is the Blackstar Series One 100 suitable for live performances?

Yes, with its 100W power, multiple channels, and footswitchable modes, the Blackstar Series One 100 is well-suited for live performances, delivering versatile tones and the volume needed for gigging.

Does the Blackstar Series One 100 support MIDI switching?

Yes, the Blackstar Series One 100 features MIDI switching capabilities, allowing you to integrate it seamlessly with other MIDI-equipped gear for versatile control during performances.

Can I use the Blackstar Series One 100 with external effects pedals?

Absolutely, the amp includes a series effects loop, which is ideal for integrating external effects pedals, allowing you to expand your tonal palette without compromising the amp's core sound.