Blackstar HT Club 40 MK III 1x12 40W Tube Guitar Combo Amplifier with Reverb

The HT Venue Series from Blackstar is widely adored for it's ability to deliver outstanding clean and overdrive tones all inside a single unit - perfect for any gig or studio application. Now Blackstar are proud to introduce a new evolution of HT Venue tube amplifiers to power your performance. Honouring the coveted reputation and successful history of the previous HT Venue amplifiers, while pushing them to new levels of quality, features, sound, and performance. Features Innovative 40 Watt valve combo with modern boutique styling 2x ECC83 and 2x EL34 valves Two footswitchable channels, four footswitchable voices Boutique clean channel with expanded tone controls and high gain overdrive channels Patented Infinite Shape Feature (ISF) Power Reduction down to 10% of full Wattage Digital Reverb with Dark/Light switch. Reverb time is independently adjustable via Architect software CabRig outputs (¼” unbalanced, XLR Balanced and USB-C) Effects loop with effects level switch USB-C for recording and connecting to Architect & CabRig 1x12” Celestion speaker 2-way footswitch included CabRig Blackstar's revolutionary and sophisticated CabRig DSP technology, first featured in the St. James and AMPED products, encapsulates Blackstar's newest innovations in speaker, cabinet, microphone, and room emulation, and represents their commitment to staying on the technological cutting-edge. With 4-channel USB-C audio compatibility, and the ability to use the CabRig outputs in Standby mode, it's never been easier to capture true tube tone in your DAW - without the deafening volume. CabRig Blackstar's revolutionary and sophisticated CabRig DSP technology, first featured in the St. James and AMPED products, encapsulates Blackstar's newest innovations in speaker, cabinet, microphone, and room emulation, and represents their commitment to staying on the technological cutting-edge. With 4-channel USB-C audio compatibility, and the ability to use the CabRig outputs in Standby mode, it's never been easier to capture true tube tone in your DAW - without the deafening volume. This world-class CabRig DSP Speaker simulation comes built-in, allowing players to select from hundreds of cabinet, mic, mic placement, and room combinations to dial the perfect sound. Save and store these settings into the 3 presets, and recall them directly from the amplifier. There's no amplifier that looks better, or sounds better in this class. Upgraded Channels Featuring a groundbreaking new clean channel, HT Venue MK III offers the ultimate in versatile clean tone with controls over Bass and Treble, as well as a Voice switch for further sonic flexibility. The Overdrive channels deliver lush, responsive overdrive, as well as a Voice switch for tighter, more focused, modern, and percussive high gain tones. The HT Venue MK III Series also features Blackstar's exclusive ISF (Infinite Shape Feature), which takes your amp from more modern, scooped, 'American' sounding tones, all the way to vintage mid-forward 'British' sounds - and everywhere between. Voicing Options Each channel of HT Venue MK III includes 2 distinct Voices with independent control over EQ. Clean Voice 1 offers a glassy American style clean, while Clean Voice 2 is a more rounded 'Class-A' British sound. On the Overdrive channels, selecting Voice 2 increases the amount and structure of the gain to effortlessly transform the classic drive sounds into modern high gain tones instantly. Updated Style Boasting striking updates to the style to elevate this series to new levels, the HT Venue MK III looks just as good as any premium boutique amplifier. The new panel features a clean, sophisticated style and cornerless covering, as well as classic chickenhead knobs and fresh paper fret to tie the look all together. Power Reduction HT Venue MK III Series amplifiers offer a switchable power reduction circuit, which provides reliable, transparent attenuation down to 10% of the amplifier's rated power. Perfect for rehearsing at home or gigging in small venues. USB Out Now featuring a USB-C connector, HT Venue MK III amplifiers give you a simple and convenient method of capturing true tube tone directly into your DAW. Further Upgrades With the introduction of high-quality mini toggle switches, updated LED colours, and a new metal logo plate, the HT Venue MK III hosts a range of stylish and innovative details. Also featuring upgraded circuit board components, the all-new integrated reverb circuit in this amplifier offers options over the reverb voicing - Dark or Light - allowing you to dial the perfect ambience for your sounds to dwell in. Specifications Power Handling: 40W Tube Compliment Preamp: 2x ECC83 Power Amp: 2x EL34 Channels/Voices: 2 Channels (2 Voices per Channel) Footswitchable: Yes (All Channels and Voices) Power Reduction: Yes (to 4W) Speakers: 1x 12 Celestion Seventy-80 Reverb: Yes (Dark/Light Option) Speaker Emulated Output: Yes (Balanced XLR and TRS Jack) Effects Loop: Yes (Serial) USB Recording: Yes Footswitch Included: 2-Way Dimensions 588mm x 480mm x 260mm 24kg