
Blackstar HT5R MkII Guitar Combo Amplifier with Reverb (5 Watts, 1x12")
With a switchable power output from 5 down to .5 watts, and complete with 2 channels and reverb, the HT5R is a fantastic option for practice and studios.
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Overall User Ratings (based on 2 ratings)
Submitted February 13, 2023 by Frodo Redelsheimer
"A MUST HAVE"
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I'd seen a ton of clips on this amp prior to getting mine and was impressed by them alone, but this amp seriously blew past my expectations. Definitely the best little tube amp I've ever owned. Ive had a Fender Hot Rod Deville 4x10 combo and a Crate Vintage Club 1x15 combo, both of which sounded killer but this is still my favorite. First let me say that 5 watts is much louder than you'd probably imagine. I've pretty much only played on the 0.5 watt setting and that too gets pretty loud. The tones though... the HT5R gets incredibly rich warm cleans. There's edge of breakup available. The second voicing on each channel seems to brighten and sharpen the sound. The reverb is nice. Just right but not fancy. Now to the versatility of this amp. I ran the gambit of tones and genres on it and ALL sounded sweet. Well done Blackstar! If I ever need a bigger amp I'll definitely get the HT20R but in the meantime this HT5R is incredibly loud and sounds pristine. Cons: my ONLY con is the clean channel has a tone knob rather than an equalizer. However it is fairly easy to find that sweet spot as it dials well.
Musical Style:
Rock, Blues, Folk
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Submitted May 31, 2023 by a customer from yahoo.com
"After countless amps"
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Over 60 years of guitar playing as amazing as this might sound this HT-5R MK2 is about as perfect tone machine as I have ever used. Now mind you I'm not playing out anymore so I don't need massive power but this Blackstar provides some very sweet clean tones and the OverDrive channel is very articulate and touch responsive.The balanced direct out on the back of the amp would allow you to play just about anywhere by running directly into the PA system so I would say. Don't let the five watts fool you. Small bars, restaurants, clubs this would be perfect with a reasonable drummer and bass player and keyboardist.The voice selection on each channel is a really nice thing to have. It acts kind of like a small boost but the tone stays the same just a little bigger and fatter.It's a perfect practice Sam and something good for jamming with your fellow musician friends also.
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