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Blackstar Series One MKII
Blackstar gives its brand-defining Series One amp an extensive modern reboot for the first time in nearly 20 years

By Matt Owen Published

Over 30 circuit modifications and voice tweaks have been rolled out to the new-and-improved Series One amp, which is joined by a matching cab

Guitar Amp Heads
Jared James Nichols Blackstar plugin
Blackstar and Jared James Nichols team up for ground-breaking signature amp and plugin launch

By Phil Weller Published

The British amp builder says this is the first time an artist signature amp has been launched on the same day as a matching plugin

Guitar Amps
Blackstar TV-10A
British builder Blackstar turns the dial towards vintage Fender tone with the TV-10A

By Matt Parker Published

The new 1x12” Class A combo draws inspiration from early Fender circuits, but adds in modern conveniences

Combo Amps
Blackstar IDCore 10 V4 Double Cream
Blackstar’s cream-of-the-crop ID:Core 10 V4 practice amp has just been given a fitting finish update

By Phil Weller Published

The Double Cream edition of Blackstar's hugely popular combo is ideal for those looking for a fresh aesthetic

Combo Amps
Blackstar Polar 2 Audio Interface
Blackstar’s Polar 2 audio interface could be the solution to all your guitar-recording woes

By Phil Weller Published

The Polar 2 features two FET inputs for recording versatility, and a special Enhance feature that promises the touch, feel, and response of a tube amp

Studio & Recording Equipment
Blackstar Fly 3 The Dead Daisies
Blackstar and The Dead Daisies have launched a tiny signature practice amp – and it’s got skull-shaped control knobs

By Phil Weller Published

David Lowy, Doug Aldrich and Michael Devin have given the popular practice amp a fitting hard rock visual overhaul

Guitar Amps
Blackstar ID:Core V4 combo
Blackstar just made its best-value practice amp even better with one essential upgrade

By Phil Weller Published

No prizes for guessing what's new about the ID:Core 10 V4 Bluetooth

Guitar Amps
A blackstar HT20RH MK III head on a studio desk
Blackstar promises classic valve tones in compact models in its latest MK III Series

By Janelle Borg Published

Fully equipped with Blackstar’s patented CabRig technology, the MK III Series prioritizes tonal customization

Guitar Amps
Blackstar ID Core Stereo V4
“Ideal first amps, loaded with features for hours of fun and inspiration”: Blackstar ID:Core V4 Stereo 10, Stereo 20 and Stereo 40 review

By Nick Guppy Published

Blackstar has introduced a timely update to its award-winning programmable guitar amp range, but how do these combos stack up?

Guitar Amps
Blackstar ID:Core V4 combo
NAMM 2024: “The ultimate playing experience without compromise”: Blackstar issues fourth generation of its best-selling ID:Core practice amp

By Phil Weller Published

Available in 40-, 20- and 10-watt versions, the ID:Core V4 offers a super wide stereo sound, six amp voicings, 12 effects and live-streaming capabilities straight into your phone

Combo Amps
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