Description
Blackstar St. James 50 6L6H Guitar Amp Head and 212VOC Guitar Cabinet Bundle – Black
Discover the ultimate lightweight, portable valve amplifier package trusted by guitarists worldwide. The Blackstar St. James bundle combines a powerful 50 Watt amp head with a matching 2x12" cabinet, delivering professional sound, stunning boutique aesthetics, and advanced technology for home, studio, and stage use.
Main Features of the St. James 50 6L6H Amp Head
- Ultra-lightweight 50 Watt valve amplifier weighing only 6 kg (13.2 lbs)
- Equipped with 2 x ECC83 and 2 x 6L6 valves for classic tone
- Two footswitchable channels with Channel II Boost
- Patented Dynamic Power Reduction enabling 50W, 5W or ‘Sag’ modes for versatile playing styles
- Built-in inductive load for authentic valve tone without a speaker connected
- Digital reverb and an effects loop with level control
- USB audio output and advanced Cab Rig DSP speaker simulator for high-quality direct recording
- XLR D.I. output for professional live or studio connection
- Includes footcontroller and features an illuminated logo inspired by Blackstar’s Artisan amps
- Universal power supply compatible worldwide (90V–264V, 50/60Hz)
Main Features of the St. James 212VOC Guitar Cabinet
- Vertical 2x12" open/close back cabinet built from durable candlenut plywood
- Loaded with 2 x 12" Celestion Zephyr speakers (8 Ohms, 70W each) featuring lightweight milled magnets
- Dual impedance outputs: 4 Ohms and 16 Ohms
- Rugged yet lightweight design ensures road readiness and reliable performance
- Boutique black finish complements the amp head perfectly
Unrivalled Sound and Flexibility
The St. James amp delivers pristine clean headroom or rich overdrive tones thanks to its valve circuitry and unique power modes. The built-in reactive load replicates speaker response, allowing use without a cabinet ideal for silent practice or direct recording. The Cab Rig DSP offers ultra-low latency cab simulation, perfect for capturing professional tones via USB or XLR outputs.
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What does the built-in inductive load do?
It allows the amp to operate valves safely without a speaker connected by mimicking the electrical response of a loudspeaker, delivering authentic valve tones in silent or direct recording situations.
➤ How does the power reduction feature work?
Blackstar’s Dynamic Power Reduction lets you switch between 50 Watts for loud volume, 5 Watts for quieter practice or recording, and a ‘Sag’ mode that simulates vintage amp compression by altering power supply characteristics.
➤ Can I use this amp worldwide?
Yes, the amp features a universal power supply that supports voltages from 90V to 264V at 50/60Hz, making it suitable for use in most countries.
➤ What connectivity options does the amp offer?
It includes USB audio output for direct recording, an XLR D.I. for professional live or studio use, a footcontroller for channel and boost switching, and an effects loop.
➤ What makes the cabinet lightweight yet durable?
The cabinet uses strong candlenut plywood with acoustic qualities, combined with Celestion Zephyr speakers that have milled magnets to reduce weight, making it robust yet easy to transport.
Delivery
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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: FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
We regret that we do not ship this item outside the UK
Warranty Information
Blackstar Warranty Information: 1 Year extendable to 3 years except for valves which are 90 days
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members