The Blackstar St. James 100 100-watt Tube Combo Amplifier redefines the landscape of tube amplification with its innovative design and exceptional sound quality. A product of meticulous research and development, this amplifier offers a versatile tonal palette that appeals to both vintage enthusiasts and modern musicians alike. At its heart, the St. James 100 features a unique power section with two 6L6 and two EL34 tubes, allowing you to toggle between 50-watt and 100-watt outputs. This flexibility is complemented by four footswitchable channels—Clean, Crunch, OD1, and OD2—each with dedicated EQ and tone-shaping controls.

Designed with the gigging musician in mind, the St. James 100 is equipped with Blackstar’s cutting-edge CabRig technology for direct recording, capturing the full essence of a mic’d-up cabinet. The onboard power amp "Cut" control further enhances your tonal options, letting you adjust the amp's response from bright and clear to warm and vintage-inspired. With its lightweight construction and two Celestion G12Z-70 Zephyr speakers, this amplifier is not only easy to transport but also delivers a robust, full-range tone.

Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the Blackstar St. James 100 ensures your sound is nothing short of spectacular. Its comprehensive connectivity, including MIDI and USB-C outputs, makes it a versatile choice for any guitarist looking to push the boundaries of their sound.

Key Features:

• 100-watt combo with flexible power options (50W or 100W)
• Power section with 2 6L6s and 2 EL34s tubes
• 4 footswitchable channels: Clean, Crunch, OD1, OD2
• Dedicated EQ, Presence, and Reverb for each channel pair
• Blackstar CabRig technology for direct recording
• Power amp "Cut" control for tonal fine-tuning
• Lightweight design with two Celestion G12Z-70 Zephyr speakers
• MIDI Thru/In and USB-C audio output for versatile connectivity

Product specs

FAQs

What are the tonal characteristics of the Blackstar St. James 100 Combo Amplifier?

The Blackstar St. James 100 offers versatile tones with its 4-channel design, providing everything from clean to high-gain sounds. Its combination of EL34 and 6L6 power tubes delivers rich harmonics and dynamic headroom, suitable for various genres.

Is the Blackstar St. James 100 suitable for live performances?

Yes, the Blackstar St. James 100's 100-watt output and dual 12" Celestion speakers make it ideal for live performances, offering powerful projection and clarity. Its power attenuation feature allows for reduced volume without sacrificing tone.

Does the Blackstar St. James 100 work well with pedals?

The Blackstar St. James 100 is designed to integrate seamlessly with effects pedals, featuring a series/parallel effects loop with a level switch for optimal signal routing and tone preservation.

How does the power attenuation feature work on the Blackstar St. James 100?

The Blackstar St. James 100 includes a power control that can adjust the output from 5% to 100%, allowing for full tube tone at lower volumes, ideal for both practice and performance settings.

What connectivity options does the Blackstar St. James 100 offer?

The Blackstar St. James 100 provides multiple connectivity options, including USB-C for recording, MIDI I/O for control, and various outputs for speaker cabinets and direct recording via XLR.

Can the Blackstar St. James 100 be used for recording?

Yes, the Blackstar St. James 100 is equipped with a USB-C output and Cab Rig software, offering direct recording capabilities and cabinet emulation for studio-quality sound.