Description
Answering the call from guitarists worldwide for a valve amplifier that combines lightweight portability with exceptional tone, Blackstar presents the St. James 50. Designed to deliver the world’s most advanced and best-sounding 50 Watt valve amp experience, this head is perfect for studio, stage, or home use.
Main Features
Built-in Inductive Load
Drive your valves without a speaker connected thanks to the built-in reactive load. This mimics the electrical response of a loudspeaker for authentic valve power-amp tones during practice or recording, eliminating the need for costly external equipment.Dynamic Power Reduction
Easily switch power output between 50 Watts for maximum clean headroom, 5 Watts for quieter practice or smaller gigs, or Sag mode for that vintage-style power supply compression and amp feel.Universal Power Supply
Lightweight and reliable, the universal power supply operates worldwide on 90V to 264V and 50/60Hz, making it ideal for touring musicians.Lightweight Durable Cabinet
Crafted from strong yet light candlenut plywood, the cabinet boasts excellent acoustic properties and roadworthy resilience, ensuring outstanding sound without added weight.Boutique Design with Illuminated Logo
A fresh look inspired by Blackstar’s original Artisan amps features a stunning illuminated logo, combining style with stage presence.Cab Rig DSP Speaker Simulator
Featuring Blackstar’s next-generation Cab Rig technology, the amplifier faithfully recreates a mic’d-up guitar cabinet’s sound and feel with zero latency and no phase mismatch. Use the USB or XLR output, or headphones, to record or perform with flexible, detailed speaker simulation.Professional Connectivity
Includes USB audio output for seamless home recording and an XLR D.I. output for professional live sound. Both utilise the built-in inductive load and Cab Rig simulation to capture your perfect tone.
Specifications
- Power Output: 50W / 5W / Sag mode
- Valves: 2 x ECC83, 2 x 6L6
- Channels: Two, footswitchable with Channel II Boost (‘top boost’)
- Effects: Digital reverb, effects loop with level switch
- Weight: 6 kg (13.2 lbs)
- Outputs: USB audio, XLR D.I.
- Included accessories: Footcontroller
- Cabinet Material: Candlenut plywood
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What is the advantage of the built-in inductive load?
The built-in inductive load allows you to run the amplifier valves without a speaker connected, delivering authentic valve power-amp tones for quiet practice or recording without extra costly equipment.
➤ How does the power reduction feature work?
You can switch between full 50 Watts, a lower 5 Watts for quieter environments, or Sag mode, which adds vintage-style compression and amp feel by simulating power supply sag.
➤ Is the amplifier suitable for international use?
Yes, it comes with a universal power supply that supports 90V to 264V and 50/60Hz, ideal for use anywhere in the world.
➤ Can I record directly from the amp?
Absolutely, the St. James features USB audio output with advanced Cab Rig speaker simulation for professional-quality recording from home or studio.
➤ What valves does the St. James use?
The amp is equipped with two ECC83 and two 6L6 valves ensuring classic valve tone and reliability.
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.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout). Please see our international delivery page or contact us for details.
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
