Blackstar Artist 15 combo rörförstärkare gitarr

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The Blackstar Artist 15 is a two-channel, 15-watt tube amplifier combo with two 6L6 tubes, a 12-inch speaker and built-in reverb. Anyone looking for a versatile amplifier that can deliver an American sound with lots of headroom should consider this model. 6L6 tubes are known for their sparkling cleans with tight bass and well-defined mids. Channel 1 can best be described as a classic master volume amplifier. Just the volume control and your attack determines whether the sound remains clean or whether a mild drive is produced. Channel 2 offers more extensive controls with knobs for gain, volume, bass, mid and treble. Channel 2 also features Blackstar's own ISF circuit that offers an extra dimension to your sound.

Infinite Shape Feature

For real tube enthusiasts, amp modelling is just not the same thing as a real tube amp. Before Blackstar's arrival on the scene, they just had to make do with one type of amp or purchase several different ones. With Blackstar's unique ISF circuit, however, there is now a true viable alternative. The circuit lets you change the amps character from American to British and everything in between. This isn't just done by adjusting the tone control. A separate ISF knob allows you to adjust the sound between American and British. It's not just the sound that's adjusted though, but also the way the amp reacts. And because it's controlled by a knob you can decide on the ideal mix yourself. The ISF circuit basically gives you two tube amplifiers for the price of one!

Two classic tube sounds in 1 combo

As already mentioned, the Artist 15 virtually gives you two classic amp sounds in one. Channel 1 gives you that pure, unadulterated American tube sound without the need for extensive tone controls. Channel 2 reacts and sounds just like the well-known British AC amplifiers with sparkling highs, an emphasis on the low mids and a somewhat woolly response. The difference between Blackstar and its competitors is that all of this is fully analogue. They don't rely on modelling or other digital technologies. With a power output of 15 watts delivered by the 6L6 tubes, the Artist 15 is more suitable for small gigs or studio work. For ease of use in the studio it features an emulated speaker out. It also has an FX-loop and comes complete with a foot switch.