{"product_id":"blackstar-id-50-50w-1x12-digital-modelling-guitar-amp-combo","title":"Blackstar ID 50 50W 1x12 Digital Modelling Guitar Amp Combo","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackstar ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 50W 1x12 Digital Modelling Guitar Amp Combo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blackstar ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 is a proper modern guitar amp for players who want plenty of sounds without needing a complicated setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt takes the idea of a classic guitar combo — plug in, turn a few knobs, get playing — and adds the flexibility you would expect from a good digital amp. You get six amp voices, built-in effects, power reduction, USB-C recording, CabRig speaker simulation, an OLED display and enough patch storage to cover home practice, recording, rehearsal and live use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe important bit is that it still feels like an amp. You are not stuck scrolling through endless menus or relying on an app just to make a basic sound. The main controls are right there on the front panel, so you can dial in a clean, crunch or high-gain tone quickly and then go deeper when you want to.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Does It Actually Sound Like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 covers a lot of ground. You get six amp voices: Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1 and OD2. That gives you everything from glassy clean tones and edge-of-breakup rhythm sounds through to heavier Blackstar-style gain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe three power amp response settings — EL84, EL34 and 6L6 — are there to change the feel of the amp, not just the EQ. EL84 gives you a bit more chime and compression, EL34 leans into classic British rock territory, and 6L6 gives a firmer, punchier response that works well for cleaner American-style tones and tighter high gain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackstar’s ISF control is also built in, letting you move the character of the amp between a more American-style response and a more British-style voice. It is one of those controls that is genuinely useful because it changes the personality of the amp without needing to rebuild your whole sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-In Effects Without the Faff\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 has over 35 built-in effects, covering pre-effects, modulation, delay and reverb. You can edit them directly from the amp, with the OLED screen showing you what you are changing as you go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat makes it much more practical than older modelling amps where you had to remember which flashing light meant what. Here, you can actually see patch names, effect choices and parameters, which is a big help when you are building sounds or moving between presets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor most players, this means you can leave a pedalboard at home for practice, rehearsals or smaller gigs. You still have an effects loop if you want to add your own pedals, but you are not dependent on them to get usable sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower for Practice, Rehearsal and Gigs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt full power, the ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 gives you 50 watts through a 12\" Blackstar Anthem 50 speaker, so it has enough output for rehearsals and many live situations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe useful bit is the power reduction. You can switch between 50W, 10W and 1W, so you can still use the amp at home without it being completely over the top. The 1W mode is especially handy for quieter practice, while 10W gives you a sensible middle ground for home, teaching rooms or lower-volume rehearsals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecording and Connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 is not just for the room you are standing in. USB-C connectivity means you can use it for recording, while Blackstar’s CabRig speaker simulation gives you more realistic direct tones for headphones, recording and sending a cab-style output from the amp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is also a 3.5mm line input for playing along with tracks, plus a headphone output for quieter practice. If you want hands-free control, the amp is compatible with Blackstar FS-12 and FS-18 footcontrollers, available separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne thing to be aware of: the ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 does not have the balanced XLR output or MIDI connectivity found on the ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100. If those are essential for your setup, the larger model is the one to look at.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is This Amp For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a great choice for players who want one amp that can cover a lot of jobs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt works well as a serious home practice amp, a recording tool, a rehearsal amp and a compact gigging combo. It is especially useful if you play different styles and need clean, crunch, rock and high-gain sounds in one box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt would suit beginners who want an amp they will not outgrow straight away, intermediate players who need more flexibility, and gigging players who want something lighter and easier than carrying a valve amp and pedalboard everywhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you only ever use one clean tone or one overdrive sound, this might be more amp than you need. But if you like having lots of usable tones ready to go, the ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 makes a lot of sense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50W digital modelling guitar amp combo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 x 12\" Blackstar Anthem 50 speaker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelectable power modes: 50W, 10W and 1W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSix amp voices: Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1 and OD2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEL84, EL34 and 6L6 valve response settings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlackstar ISF control for British\/American-style tone shaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 35 built-in effects including pre-effects, modulation, delay and reverb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOLED display for patch names, effect editing and visual feedback\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-in tuner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabRig speaker simulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C connectivity for recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5mm line input for playback\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadphone output for silent practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects loop for external pedals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStores up to 12 patches on the amp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccess up to 99 patches with footcontroller or Architect software\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with Blackstar FS-12 and FS-18 footcontrollers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct code: IDX50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Blackstar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Code: IDX50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeries: ID\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Digital Modelling Guitar Amp Combo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower: 50W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Reduction: 50W \/ 10W \/ 1W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker: 1 x 12\" Blackstar Anthem 50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmp Voices: Clean Warm, Clean Bright, Crunch, Super Crunch, OD1, OD2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValve Response Settings: EL84, EL34, 6L6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEQ: Bass, Middle, Treble, ISF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects: 35+ built-in effects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffect Categories: Pre FX, Modulation, Delay, Reverb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay: OLED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-In Tuner: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabRig Speaker Simulation: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLine Input: 3.5mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadphone Output: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects Loop: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFootswitch Compatible: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Footcontrollers: Blackstar FS-12, FS-18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnboard Patches: Up to 12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended Patches: Up to 99 via footcontroller or 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