Blackheart Little Giant BH5-112 Guitar Combo Amplifier (5 Watts, 1x12")
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Get the ultimate package in tone, range, and rugged good looks. This amp is powered by an EL84 and voiced through a 12AX7 pre-amp tube.
Overview
The BH5-112 is the Little Giant with huge tone. It is Blackheart made 5W, Single-Ended, Class A combo amp powered by an EL84 and voice through a 12AX7 pre-amp tube. This combo delivers truly classic boutique amplifier design in a robust, stylish package. With a switchable Pentode/Triode selector and 3-Band EQ controls you get the only amp in its class to deliver true tonal range from instantaneous punch to deliciously greasy overdrive and with precise control over output volume.
Every feature of the Blackheart Little Giant BH5-112 represents zealous dedication to true quality in tone, looks and ruggedness. The open back tuned design and (blue frame) Blackheart model 1216A by Eminence speaker is the fruit of extensive research involving Crate and Eminence and the result is a very musical and responsive cabinet.
Under its sexy exterior you'll find a 16 gauge, folded and welded steel chassis, 1/2 inch corner radiuses, 15 ply, void-free birch cabinetry and meticulous tolex work insuring years of reliable performance.
Every feature of the Blackheart Little Giant BH5-112 represents zealous dedication to true quality in tone, looks and ruggedness. The open back tuned design and (blue frame) Blackheart model 1216A by Eminence speaker is the fruit of extensive research involving Crate and Eminence and the result is a very musical and responsive cabinet.
Under its sexy exterior you'll find a 16 gauge, folded and welded steel chassis, 1/2 inch corner radiuses, 15 ply, void-free birch cabinetry and meticulous tolex work insuring years of reliable performance.
Specs
5 watts single-ended, Class A
4, 8 and 16 ohm speaker outs
Solid state rectifier
Volume with 3-Band EQ
Pentode (5 Watts)/Triode (3 Watts) Switch
12 in. Blackheart model 1216A by Eminence speaker has an American voicing and is optimized for open back cabinets
DC power to filaments for super quiet operation
15-ply (18 mm) thick-void free plywood cabinet construction
1 Watt resistors in signal path, 2 Watts and 5 Watts resistors in power supply
4, 8 and 16 ohm speaker outs
Solid state rectifier
Volume with 3-Band EQ
Pentode (5 Watts)/Triode (3 Watts) Switch
12 in. Blackheart model 1216A by Eminence speaker has an American voicing and is optimized for open back cabinets
DC power to filaments for super quiet operation
15-ply (18 mm) thick-void free plywood cabinet construction
1 Watt resistors in signal path, 2 Watts and 5 Watts resistors in power supply
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(10 ratings)
Submitted December 2, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Awesome."
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I will probably supplement this amp with some different speaker cabs, but beyond that, I don't see myself replacing it any time soon. If this one ends up lost or stolen, I'd definitely purchase this amp a second time to replace it. I picked this amplifier because I needed a nice tube amp, but I didn't want to buy one from a company that would charge a lot just because the name. Blackheart made a good quality amp, and they're selling it at a good price.
Sound
Loud. Very loud. The volume goes higher than I can bear when standing near it. This is a good thing. Also, it sounds nice. Great quality sound, and with the Treble/Mid/Bass controls, I can tweak it just right. It sounds awesome when overdriven, but I don't push it that hard, I use a pedal for distortion.
Features
It has everything a basic combo amp would need. Treble/Mid/Bass controls, 3/5 watt switch, and of course the standard volume control. Moreover, it has the output jacks for various speaker cabs. The built in speaker is attached through the 16 ohm jack, so you can disconnect it and use the whole thing as a five-watt head for a louder or quieter speaker, if necessary.
Ease of Use
Pretty straightforward. Lobotomy patients would be able to use it correctly with no trouble.
Quality
No issue with quality. Everything came in perfect shape, and it feels very sturdy. Quality materials were used in its… read more construction.
Value
Definitely worth it's selling price, especially considering that it's a tube amp. Good sound, good quality construction, and has all the necessary features. Blackheart definitely produced a good value with this one, considering Marshall charges considerably more for a similar quality amplifier.
Manufacturer Support
I haven't had to contact them.
The Wow Factor
Aside from the logo (sorry Blackheart, I'm just not digging it), everything looks nice. I actually took the logo off (it's screwed into place, and without it, I like the look better than any other amplifier I've seen. As far as desirability, it won't be as desirable as a Marshall would, but that's only because of the name. But then again, a name doesn't make the music any better or worse.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Rock read less
Sound
Loud. Very loud. The volume goes higher than I can bear when standing near it. This is a good thing. Also, it sounds nice. Great quality sound, and with the Treble/Mid/Bass controls, I can tweak it just right. It sounds awesome when overdriven, but I don't push it that hard, I use a pedal for distortion.
Features
It has everything a basic combo amp would need. Treble/Mid/Bass controls, 3/5 watt switch, and of course the standard volume control. Moreover, it has the output jacks for various speaker cabs. The built in speaker is attached through the 16 ohm jack, so you can disconnect it and use the whole thing as a five-watt head for a louder or quieter speaker, if necessary.
Ease of Use
Pretty straightforward. Lobotomy patients would be able to use it correctly with no trouble.
Quality
No issue with quality. Everything came in perfect shape, and it feels very sturdy. Quality materials were used in its… read more construction.
Value
Definitely worth it's selling price, especially considering that it's a tube amp. Good sound, good quality construction, and has all the necessary features. Blackheart definitely produced a good value with this one, considering Marshall charges considerably more for a similar quality amplifier.
Manufacturer Support
I haven't had to contact them.
The Wow Factor
Aside from the logo (sorry Blackheart, I'm just not digging it), everything looks nice. I actually took the logo off (it's screwed into place, and without it, I like the look better than any other amplifier I've seen. As far as desirability, it won't be as desirable as a Marshall would, but that's only because of the name. But then again, a name doesn't make the music any better or worse.
Musical Background:
Hobbyist
Musical Style:
Rock read less
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