Blackstar HT-5RH MK III 5-watt Tube Amplifier Head (HT5RH MKIII / HT 5RH MK3)

Revised and refined with Blackstar’s CabRig technology, the Blackstar HT-5RH MK III is a fiery 5-watt powerhouse of tube-powered tone. This amplifier boasts both a pristine clean channel and a high-octane overdrive channel to run the gamut of 6-string tones, with each channel featuring a dedicated 2-position Voice control to switch up your sound. Music Bliss discerning tone chasers are thrilled by the HT-5RH MK III’s comprehensive Overdrive channel control section, including a 3-band EQ and Blackstar’s proprietary ISF control to sweep from classic American-style grit to high-gain British mayhem. Next, the built-in power scaling functionality takes this 5-watt beast all the way down to 0.5 watts to deliver liquid overdrive and pummeling distortion at manageable volumes. Picky about your pedal placement? A powerful effects loop makes integrating your favorite stompboxes a breeze. Finally, the HT-5RH MK III comes complete with a host of all-new enhancements, including a cutting-edge CabRig DSP simulation output (via 1/4-inch, XLR, or USB-C) and USB-C audio interface functionality, ensuring that the HT-5RH MK III is just as capable in the studio as it is in the practice room.

FEATURES

• A 2-channel, 5-watt update to Blackstar’s lauded HT-5RH amplifier platform
• Clean channel offers superb clarity and definition
• Extensive overdrive channel includes a 3-band EQ and ISF control to cover everything from classic American grit to all-out high-gain British firepower
• Both the Clean and Overdrive channels feature their own dedicated Voice control to switch up your sound
• Onboard reverb imparts a sense of space and air to your tone
• Effects loop with a +4dBu/-10dBV switch allows for easy integration of your time-based and modulation stompboxes
• USB-C, balanced XLR, and ¼-inch outputs equipped with Blackstar’s innovative CabRig speaker emulation technology
• USB-C offers audio interface functionality for easy mic-free recording
• 0.5-watt power scaling is ideal for late-night jamming, quiet recording, and any other situation where volume is a concern

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type:Tube
• Number of Channels:2
• Total Power:5W RMS (0.5W setting)
• Preamp Tubes:1 x 12AX7
• Power Tubes:1 x 12BH7
• Reverb:Digital Reverb
• EQ:Tone, 3-band EQ, ISF Control
• Amp Modeling:American, British
• Inputs:1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/4" (line in)
• Outputs:1 x 1/4" (8 ohm) 2 x 1/4" (16 ohm), 1 x XLR (line out),
• Headphones:1 x 1/4" (phones, line out)
• Effects Loop:Yes, adjustable level
• USB:1 x USB-C
• Footswitch I/O:1 x 1/4" (channel, voice)
• Footswitch Included:No
• Computer Connectivity:USB
• Features:CabRig DSP Cabinet Simulation
• Software:CabRig, Architect
• Construction Material:Black Tolex
• Power Source:Standard IEC AC cable