The Blackstar St. James 50 EL34H 50W Tube Guitar Head is designed for ultimate versatility, offering authentic valve tone with modern, cutting-edge features. Thanks to its built-in inductive load, you can push the amp’s valves to their full potential without needing a connected speaker, making it perfect for silent recording or direct output. Equipped with next-generation Cab Rig DSP speaker simulation, the St. James 50 EL34H delivers incredible mic’d cab tones directly via USB, XLR D.I. out, or headphones, providing studio-quality sound in any setting. The Power Reduction switch allows you to dial in 50W, 5W, or Sag mode, letting you achieve the perfect balance of volume, response, and dynamic feel—from the studio to the stage. Paired with the matching St. James speaker cabinet, featuring Celestion Zephyr lightweight ferrite speakers and a candlenut plywood construction, this lightweight yet powerful amp stack delivers massive tone without compromise. The universal power supply ensures reliable performance anywhere in the world, making the St. James 50 EL34H the perfect blend of vintage warmth, modern innovation, and effortless portability. Ultra-lightweight 50 Watt head 2 x ECC83, 2 x EL34 tubes Two footswitchable channels Footswitchable Channel II Boost (‘top boost’) 50W / 2W / Sag power reduction Master Volume Digital Reverb Effects loop with effects level switch USB audio output XLR D.I. output Cab Rig advanced DSP cabinet simulator Foot controller included Stunning boutique look including illuminated logo