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Blackheart BH100H Hot Head Guitar Amplifier (100 Watts)

The Blackheart BH100H Hot Head offers serious rock power. With up to 100 watts of switchable tube power, the Blackheart BH100H Hot Head can rock any stage.

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Talk about corruptive power. The New Blackheart BH100H Hothead takes the basic plug and play attitude of a world-class 100-watt workhorse head and puts just enough thoughtful features on it to be the most flexible amp in its class, not to mention several classes up. Two Power Modes (Class AB and Class A) divisible by Pentode (full power) and Triode (half power) operation put four unique, classic and powerful voices right at your fingertips and you won't need a Ph.D to get amazing tone; whether it's searing rock your face off at full volume riff work or plucky, responsive Class A blues when you're felling all deep and stuff.

Awesome Power, Awesome Flexibility

Two simple switches open up an endless world of tonal possibilities.

Class AB/Pentode: 100W of flesh searing power
Class AB/Triode: 50W, tighter headroom, crisper gain, still hurts
Class A/Pentode: 60W, lots of headroom before overdrive, nice and plucky
Class A/Triode: 30W, less headroom, more responsive to your attack

All this before you dial in a brilliantly tuned EQ section and reign it all in through the Master Volume and Master Presence controls.

Two-Channels, Separate EQs

The Hothead has two channels (Loud and F'N Loud), each selectable by a mini toggle on the faceplate or remotely via the included footswitch and each voiced through its own, dedicated EQ section. No more switching from one sound to the same sound in the middle of your jam. Dial in two distinct voices and rock on.

Tube Effects Loop/Boost Function with Level Control

Both channels share a Tube Driven Effects Loop that can be run in series or parallel modes (selectable by mini toggle on the amp's rear panel) and then hard bypassed, doubling as a footswitch-activated boost. Send and Return controls act as expected when in Effects loop Mode but allow you to tweak your Boost Volume when your effects are hard bypassed. Admit it...that's cool. zZounds is an authorized dealer of Blackheart products.

100 Watts, Class A or Class AB Operation

Pentode/Triode Switch

Power Output: Class AB - 100 Watts RMS in (Full Power) Pentode Mode, 50 Watts RMS in (Half Power) Triode Mode, Class A - 60 Watts RMS in (Full Power) Pentode Mode, 30W RMS in (Half Power) Triode Mode

Two Channels: Channel 1 (LOUD) voiced for Crisp Cleans to Classic Rock and Heavy Blues tones (Drive, Level, Treble, Middle and Bass controls), Channel 2 (F'N LOUD) voiced to capture Classic Crunch to Sweet Overdriven Lead tones (Gain, Level, Treble, Middle and Bass controls)

Master Controls (shared by both channels): Master Presence, Master Volume

Effects Loop: Tube Driven, shared by both channels, can be operated in Series or Parallel Mode

Effects Loop Bypass, which can also be used as a boost

Optional Footswitch for Channel Selection and Effect Loop On/Off, with LEDs

Solid State Rectifier

DC Powered filaments (preamp) for solid, quiet operation

16 gauge, 1.5mm rugged chassis construction with folded and welded corners

Outputs: 1 x 16 ohm jack, 2 x 8 ohm jacks, 2 x 4 ohm jacks

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Cabinet made of 15 ply, 18mm void-free plywood construction

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If you have additional warranty questions, please call the manufacturer at 866-858-5832

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Sound: The tone and the sound quality of this amp is mind blowing! IMO,this amp is very simple to tweak to all kinds of music styles. I play everything from Country to Hard Rock. What I've noticed right of the bat is that I was able to play music styles from the 60's, 70's, 80's, and 90's with just a simple adjustment of the EQ dials. Compared to other tube amps, it is the best and most versatile amp that I've ever played. I have played on top notch amps such as Marshall, Genz Benz, Peavey, Fender, and Mesa Boogie. Yes, Mesa Boogie, and IMO, the Blackheart is my choice for tone, sound , and versatility. Feature: This amp does come with a foot switch and an instruction manual that is very thorough. It even tells you how to connect each and every ohms connection to your cabinet. The most unique feature about this amp is Class A/AB switching and the Full Power/Half Power Switching. BTW, the switches on this amp are not flimsy at all. It takes a little effort to move the switches up and down. This tells me that this is a very durable amp with high quality components that's built to last. Ease of Use: This amp is very easy to use. As I stated above, this amp is very easy to tweak and adjust to your own personal taste. It has an effects loop so you can use your pedals with ease. This amp also has a Series and Parallel function on the back of the amp. Love it! Quality: This amp is built with heavy duty construction material and intentionally built with over sized components. (This monster was built to last!) It would definitely withstand the rigors of the road and daily gigging. BTW, as was mentioned in one of the comments, my UPS delivery driver had a difficult time carrying this amp. It is very heavy, but this a good thing because it can handle the rigors of shipping and traveling on the road. Blackheart did a very good job packaging this amp as well. Value: This amp is way worth the selling price. Other dealers sell this amp for way more. Manufacturer Support: No support need as of yet. The instruction manual is very detailed and straight to the point. The Wow Factor: The technical marvel that I love about this amp is all the options that you have on this baby! It has all the extra options and features of the high priced amps at a price that every working person can afford. (Even those on minimum wage!) Overall: I am beyond satisfied with this great sounding tube amp. It is definitely a keeper. If you are smart, you will be wise enough to by this amp before the powers that be decide to up on the selling price of this amp. Let me say this. As a long time musician, I want to express to all musicians, beginner or pro, that this is a very good amp to have(even as a backup amp) regardless of your music genre. This amp covers all the music spectrum that's out there. As for Metal, I suggest getting a Boss MTZ 2 pedal with a Keeley mod to get that aggressive Metal tone. For the price, you can't go wrong. If it was lost or stolen I would buy another Blackheart BH100 in a heart beat. (No pun intended)

Style of Music: Jazz, Blues, Funk, Rock, Acid Jazz & Techno

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Sound: This thing sounds great. Ive maybe heard a little better, but Ive definitely heard ALOT worse. It kills everything in its price range and even most amps that are twice as expensive. I'm glad I got to try one before I ordered from ZZ, I ALMOST bought a Marshall MA. Plenty loud at any wattage setting, and can go from Fender-ish cleans to Orange-ish face crushing overdrive. Beautiful sound at any volume too... Feature: Footswitch included. 2 sweet channels. 30w, 50w, 60w, 100w switchable. Standby switch. Footswitchable tube FX loop that doubles as a boost.(That's really cool.) Built like a tank. Looks cool, sounds better. Reverb was the only thing missing, but still, try to find another amp that has all this in ANY price range, and I'll eat glass... Ease of Use: Same as most any tube head. Plug, dial and play. But the included manual is clearly written with great pictures for those who may be less experienced than others. Hey, we ALL started at the same place... Quality: I was SHOCKED at how heavy and well built the head (and cab) were. Very well built, the box looked like UPS workers had played a game of football with it, but not a scratch or dent on either. I had to help the UPS driver get the thing out of the truck, and he in turn helped me carry it inside, so that helped. This thing will for sure be joining me on the road... Value: Great. Like I already said, you wont find a better amp at this price, and you wont find any others with Blackheart's features. Manufacturer Support: Havent had to use this... The Wow Factor: Well, I think it looks cool. I'm kinda torn over the BIG Blackheart logos on the head and cab, but, at least for now, Im going to leave them on... Overall: If something happened to this amp, I would replace it with this amp. I expect this to be the heart of my live setup for years to come. I may upgrade

Style of Music: Punk, Blues, Rock 'n Roll

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