Description
Condition: Very Good, Velcro on the bottom, and some light signs of use. Original box and 9v power supply included.
The Blackstar Dept. 10 Dual Drive is a premium high-voltage valve preamp and overdrive pedal designed to deliver authentic amp-like response, professional connectivity and exceptional tonal flexibility. Developed by Blackstar’s innovative Dept. 10 engineering team, this advanced pedal combines genuine valve performance with modern recording technology, making it equally at home on a pedalboard, in the studio or as a standalone preamp solution.
Powered by a real ECC83 valve running at over 200 volts internally, the Dual Drive produces rich harmonic character, organic dynamics and natural breakup that feels and responds like a great valve amplifier.
Main Features
- High-voltage valve overdrive and preamp pedal
- Genuine ECC83 12AX7 valve running at over 200V internally
- Four professional voices covering clean to high-gain overdrive
- Dual channel design for expanded tonal flexibility
- Built-in Cab Rig speaker simulation technology
- USB audio interface for direct recording
- XLR D.I. output for live and studio applications
- Effects loop for advanced pedalboard integration
- Patented ISF tone shaping control
- Runs from a standard 9V pedal power supply
Genuine High Voltage Valve Tone
At the heart of the Dual Drive is a real ECC83 valve operating at true high voltage, delivering authentic valve compression, touch sensitivity and harmonic richness.
From edge-of-breakup textures to saturated drive tones, this pedal responds like a real amplifier, making it far more than a conventional overdrive pedal.
Four Versatile Voices
The Dual Drive offers four professional-grade voices designed to cover a wide range of tones.
- Clean for articulate, dynamic tones
- Crunch 1 for responsive edge-of-breakup sounds
- Crunch 2 for richer drive textures
- Overdrive for powerful saturated lead and rhythm tones
With two channels and multiple voices, it provides remarkable flexibility for both stage and studio use.
Advanced Cab Rig Speaker Simulation
Blackstar’s next-generation Cab Rig DSP technology delivers detailed speaker cabinet simulation, recreating the feel and sound of a professionally miked guitar cab.
Use the XLR output, USB recording connection or headphone output to capture inspiring tones directly, whether recording silently, practising or running straight to front of house.
With Blackstar Architect software, you can dive deeper into cabinet and mic options to fine-tune your sound even further.
Professional Connectivity
The Dual Drive is designed for modern players who need flexible integration.
Use it as:
- A premium overdrive pedal into your amplifier
- A full valve preamp solution
- A direct recording interface via USB
- A live D.I. rig with speaker simulation
- A pedalboard hub using the onboard effects loop
This versatility makes it ideal for traditional rigs, silent recording setups and hybrid live systems.
Patented ISF Tone Control
Blackstar’s patented ISF control works alongside the interactive Bass, Middle and Treble controls to provide uniquely flexible tone shaping.
Rather than acting like a conventional contour control, ISF shifts the overall character of the tone stack, allowing you to move through a wide spectrum of classic voicings and shape a sound that feels truly your own.
Standard 9V Convenience
Unlike many valve pedals, the Dept. 10 Dual Drive runs from a standard 9V 500mA supply, making it easy to integrate with existing pedalboard power setups.
Specifications
- Valve: ECC83 12AX7
- Channels: 2
- Voices: Clean, Crunch 1, Crunch 2, Overdrive
- EQ: Bass, Middle, Treble
- ISF Control: Yes
- Cab Rig DSP: Yes
- USB Audio Interface: Yes
- XLR Cab Rig Output: Yes
- Effects Loop: Yes
- Preamp Function: Yes
- Footswitches: 2
- Power Supply: 9V 500mA
Why Choose the Blackstar Dept. 10 Dual Drive
The Blackstar Dept. 10 Dual Drive combines genuine valve tone, advanced cab simulation and professional connectivity in one highly versatile pedal. Whether you need world-class overdrive, a premium recording preamp or a flexible direct solution for live performance, it delivers inspiring tone at every level.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
Mainland UK: £3.50 within mainland UK ( Orders over £199 are delivered FREE )
UK Non-Mainland: from £12
We regret that we do not ship this item outside the UK
