I only used the clean channel here with the voicing set. Not so keen on the od channel but thats a personal thing theres nowt wrong with it. The blackstar ht club 40 brings plenty of modern rock and metal tones, without scorching the wallet while it is a 2channel amp, the clean side is very minimal, with just a volume and a tone knob. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. This one is specifically designed for bedroom players who want a tube like performance. Blackstar the rep firm has tried to get my store to become a dealer for about a year now.
Designed and built in the uk, blackstar s ht1 combos take the concept of their popular ht5 valve amp and shoehorn it into a compact, 1w format. Find great deals on ebay for blackstar ht club 40 and blackstar ht club 50. Ht club 40 mkii ht club 50 mkii blackstar amplification. Page 1 ht club 40 owners manual designed and engineered by blackstar amplification uk. How to paint flesh colours using the zorn palette with alex tzavaras duration. Owners manual blackstar amplification ltd, beckett house, 14 billing road, northampton, nn1 5aw, uk for the latest information go to. Okey so, i was soo into mesa boogie, but the other day i went on and tried a blackstar ht40 and im really starting to think about it. The ht studio 20 also features a completely natural sounding digital reverb, which is outstandingly musical on both clean and crunch tones and raises the benchmark for guitar amplifier specific reverb design. Powered by two ecc83 and two el34 tubes, it is, by appearances and a glance at the data sheet, your standard midrange valve combo minus the digital doodads amp makers tend to. This site helps you to save the earth from electronic waste.
Since several of us now own or will soon own one of these beauties, i thought we should start a thread that contains settings we like. The blackstar ht club 40 is a 40 watt tube combo powered by 2 ecc83 12ax7 preamp tubes and 2 el34 power amp tubes. Blackstar 2 way footswitch for ht club 40 and ht club50. The blackstar ht club 40 is a midsized, midpriced combo thats capable of an impressive number of rock tones. Because the ideal electricguitar sound varies from uses to user, there is no best or worst, just something you like or you dont. The brand is back this year with a new range of tube amps called ht venue which ought to be less expensive but still versatile. Two channels, four modes, and an eq section thats all the blackstar ht40 club needs to produce an impressive range of classic and modern tube sounds. Each channel features an independent voice switch that greatly enhances this am. Speaker suggestion for a blackstar ht40 warehouse guitar.
Hello all, ive had my blackstar ht40 for a while and have decided that its time to retube it. The clean channel features independent volume and tone controls as well as a voicing switch that selects either boutique or modern settings. I play mostly contemporary christian music and have my blackstar ht 40 set up as follows. I change up a lot but for the most part im a marshall or orange guy. I got to this point after doing some tube experiments with a jetcity picovalve. Sep 17, 2017 how to paint flesh colours using the zorn palette with alex tzavaras duration.
The amp was an ht40 the club 40 combo in working condition, but the owner wanted to try a new set of el34 power valves in the amp. Blackstar s continued march towards world domination in the guitar amplification market has seen the release of some seriously good amps at very affordable prices. Blackstars continued march towards world domination in the guitar amplification market has seen the release of some seriously good amps at very affordable prices. Blackstar ht studio 20 guitar amplifier owners manual. Only a 24 hour return period at this store which is ridiculous. Video i played it straight out of the box and it buzzed like crazy, but i did a bit of searching on the internet and people suggested it just needed to be worn in.
Blackstar ht40, marshall haze 40, fender hot rod deluxe, vox ac15c1, vox ac30vr. Aug 02, 2016 blackstar ht club 40 rear panel behind a removable panel on the back is the business end, a 1. Just bought a blackstar ht club 40 vintage pro amp and its buzzing and crackling like crazy. English 7 introduction thank you for purchasing this blackstar ht studio 20 amplifier. Blackstar ht club 40 combo mkii, vollrohren gitarren combo, 40 watt, 2 x ecc83 and 2 x el34 rohren, 2 fu.
So, replacing or upgrading them becomes a nailbiting challenge. Its ease of use, its light weight, and its amazing tone just took them all out. Blackstar ht1r vs micro terror vs vox ac4tv what else. Drape an e906 on the caband guys start looking for the full stack. British amp and stompbox manufacturer blackstar is known among guitar players for its artisan series of handwired amps that crunch, and its one series, a line of higain models for metal freaks. Jim is an experienced guy in the world of guitar tech. How to bias a blackstar ht studio 20 it11 audio tonegeek. This is considered a closed back amp and gives great tight tones. For such a small amp, it is jam packed full of innovative features not found on most other amps. Ive been trying several 1x12 production line combos over the past couple of weeks and this ht40 seems to be the winner. Im between the blackstar ht40 and a mesa boogie express 5. View and download blackstar ht club 40 quick start manual online. Page 4 thank you for purchasing this blackstar ht club 50 amplifier. It features two footswitchable channels, clean and overdrive, along with a 3band eq and additional reverb.
Blackstar says the switch is included, but we didnt receive one for testing. Do any have any experience with the eminence private jack or governor series speakers. Jul 30, 2016 this combination is a good match with blackstar s infinite shape factor isf control, which lets you compensate for the slightly darker tone of the speakers. View and download blackstar ht club 50 owners manual online. Blackstar ht1 is a measly 1 watt tube amplifier with all the classic valve harmonics and compressions. It started with its delectable handwired range and was followed by such gems as the gold awardwinning series one 45watt combo and the awesome little ht5 head, which we predicted would be a runaway. I just hope i dont love it today and hate it tomorrow. You can switch channels and voicings via footswitch.
I do not have the schematic, but what i see is that this amp has a mix cathode fixed bias system so bias must be adjusted. It screams plenty loud for most clubs yet sounds great at micable levels so that you can get in the house mix. Some of our products only feature an online handbook instead of a printed handbook so download them here, give them a read through and save it on your computer for later reference. Blackstar ht5 sch service manual download, schematics, eeprom. Product handbooks download the latest handbook version for your guitar amp or guitar pedals. Ive been gigging here lately with a marshall jvm205c. I think that is important since two sets of pa cabinets will do a far better job of saturating the venue space than a lone 12 in a sealed cabinet. Compared a blackstar ht20 combo to an ht40 combo today. Its a one watt tube amp that comes in head or combo form, with or without an onboard reverb, sharing the bloodline with the hugely successful ht5.
Hes spent an absurd amount of time repairing amps, designing amps, building beautiful sounding amps his nighthawk amp is. Download free pdf for blackstar ht stage 60 amp manual. Ive never replaced tubes before, so i was wondering where you all buy your tubes, and what tubes i should put into my amp, as ive been lead to understand that different types of tubes will affect my gain character etc. The ht1r seems happiest when recreating classic rock and pop sounds and records as well as many larger amplifiers, yet costs little more than a decent overdrive pedal. Ive had it now for about a year and half, and have put about 50 band rehearsals and 20 gigs on it so far. Quickstart guide an innovative 5 watt, 1x12, two channel valve combo, with isf and effects loop. Im playing a les paul with a sd custom 5 in the neck and 59 in the bridge.
I dont have mine to hand, but i will post what ive got dialled in on mine currently, once i get home. Before that, i owned a mesa mark i, a peavey triple x, and a marshal jcm900. Powered by two ecc83 and two el34 tubes, it is, by appearances and a glance at the data sheet, your standard midrange valve combo minus the digital doodads amp makers tend to stuff into products at this price point. Blackstar ht5 amp settings justin guitar community. I have a blackstar club 40 and love it, but im thinking of yanking the stock celestion 70 80 and replacing it with something with a little more bottom. The blackstar introduced isf infinite shape feature is control also installed in ht5r. Blackstar ht club 40 quick start manual pdf download. The ht club 40 is powered by a pair of el34bstrs by tad and a couple of sovtek 12ax7s in the preamp. A 12 celestion seventy 80 speaker carries the load. I have an et65 in my tech 21 trademark 60, and i wanted to get a wgs speaker for my blackstar ht40 also. I think the blackstar ht5 is one of the most underrated amps on the planet. Standby this switch enables the operation of the power amp stage and speaker output.
The blackstar ht5r is a small 5 watt amp, recently upgraded to a 12 speaker from 10. The blackstar ht1r combo amp is a lowwatt tone machine with multiple personalities, perfect for recording and practice. Im looking to get 2 amps, and looking at the blackstar range. Im gonna be playing live, in bars and those places. With a bright and cutting sound, this 5 watt amp is surprisingly loud and best for room practises, whilst giving you clarity in sound even at the lowest db. Jan 06, 20 this is a video of my band playing shine on you crazy diamond where i use the blackstar ht club 40 for the first time in a band setting.
Diese bringt eine deutlich wahrnehmbare veranderung des. Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement. Finding a decent alltube combo amp that leans more towards modern tones that doesnt break the bank isnt easy. I tried the et65 in there it is 8 ohms as opposed to the 16 ohm stock 7080 and found it to be an improvement. Recently, a blackstar amp repair was brought to my workshop in newark. View and download blackstar ht club 40 owners manual online. Theres the old adage of if it aint broke, dont fix it, but for blackstar.
Like all our products, the ht club 50 is a highly versatile amplifier suited to a wide range of playing styles this amp is the result of countless hours of painstaking. I played the ht40 a little more late last night at low levels and it sounded great. This is a video of my band playing shine on you crazy diamond where i use the blackstar ht club 40 for the first time in a band setting. Power indicator light the power indicator will light when the amplifier is switched on. Repack with 6 month alto music warranty equipped with two channels and four foot switchable modes, this ht club 40 deluxe is the ideal gigging tube amp for club sized venues.
Blackstar ht5 sch service manual download, schematics. Blackstar ht1r 1watt 1x8 guitar combo amp with reverb reverb. The ht 5r, ht 5rh and ht 5210 feature digital reverb found on the ht venue series and ht 1r, adding a rich depth to any playing style. The competitivelypriced blackstar ht club 40 is wellconstructed and contains enough tonal versatility to be used in a wide variety of situations founded by a cadre of former marshall amp designers, blackstar amplification has turned quite a few heads in.
Let me state that we have yet to become blackstar dealers. The blackstar ht5r is a 1x12 5watt tube amplifier capable of british and american tones. Two channels, four modes, and an eq section thats all the blackstar ht40 club needs to produce an impressive range of. Blackstar 2 way footswitch for ht club 40 and ht club50 amplifier mfr. Blackstar ht40 club 1x12 combo amp cover 12 padded, black, tuki blac003p. Unfollow blackstar ht club 40 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Review of blackstar ht1r combo amp the blackstar ht1r is aimed largely at practice or home recording. It started with its delectable handwired range and was followed by such gems as the gold awardwinning series one 45watt combo and the awesome little ht5 head, which we predicted would be a runaway success and apparently still. Ive got the series one 200 head and its an absolute monster of an amp. Youtube demonstration of the new blackstar ht20 studio 1x12 combo from the blackstar htvenue series. The clean channel with master volume full and gain half way is really nice. He selected a matched pair of tung sol with slightly higher gain according to. Amplifier blackstar ht club 50 quick start manual an innovative 50 watt, two channel valve head, with isf, digital reverb and effects loop 1 page amplifier blackstar ht club 40 mkii owners manual. Introduction thank you for purchasing this blackstar valve effects pedal.
Blackstar ht club 40 combo mkii, gitarrenverstarker. And they sent me that exact amp you are talking about. Discussion in other amps started by chuckelator, feb 26, 2015. Page 1 ht dual pure valve distortion owners manual page 2 warning. The blackstar ht 1rh is a brilliant allpurpose practice and recording amp. Suggested settings ht 5r specification 5 watt valve combo 1 x ecc83 and 1 x 12bh7 unique pushpull power amp design two footswitchable channels footswitch included 12 blackstar blackbird 50 speaker. A single raging tubepowered watt with unique pushpull output stage pushes surprising amounts of air through the 8 speaker, with the patented infinite shape control equalizer spanning the tonal globe for a wealth of different sounds.